Bartender

Bartender Position

We are looking for a high-energy, fast-paced bartender to provide raving fan moments for our guests. The bartender's purpose is to create a warm, welcoming, and memorable atmosphere for our guests. Unparalleled Service isn't just a part of our culture; it's a commitment to each and every one of our current & future Guests. Our staff spends their time making sure that every single one of our guests gets the rock star treatment, but also rolls out the red carpet for our employees with competitive benefits & a great work environment. A bartender should have expansive knowledge of beer, wine, and liquor and a passion for serving others. He or She should also adhere to alcohol safety guidelines and food service safety standards.

Benefits & Perks

Health Insurance - A robust group health insurance and dental insurance is available based on certain eligibility criteria.

Holidays Off - All restaurants are closed during major holidays, including Thanksgiving, Christmas, July 4th, Memorial Day, Labor Day, and Super Bowl Sunday.

Personal Time Off, Sick Leave & Flexible Schedules - We encourage our team members to take regular time off to maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Restaurant Discounts - Hourly employees plus three guests will receive 50% off total food and N/A beverage when you dine in at any Talk of the Town Restaurant. Managers will receive an exclusive dining card to dine each quarter.

Employee Recognition - Employee of the Month program and tenured employee recognition and gifts.

Direct Deposit - Payroll is paid by direct deposit and stubs will be emailed to the employee's email.

Giving Back – Monthly Round Up for Charity program at all Talk of the Town Restaurants to support local charities in our community.

Family Culture Environment - A family owned and operated company since 1974, it is our goal at Talk of the Town Restaurants to make each employee feel like family!

Essential Duties

• Prepare alcohol or non-alcohol beverages.
• Interact with guests, take orders and serve food and drinks.
• Ability to multi-task by taking care of both bar guests and service tickets in a timely manner
• Assess guest's needs and preferences and make recommendations and answer all related inquiries.
• Mix ingredients to prepare cocktails according to company recipes
• Balance the cash drawer at the start and close of each shift.
• Restock and replenish bar inventory and supplies.
• Stay guest focused and nurture an excellent guest experience.
• Comply with all food and beverage regulations.
• Work with other bartenders

Qualifications

• Proficient in mixing, garnishing and serving drinks
• Ability to operate a POS terminal
• Knowledge of and adherence to state and federal alcohol laws
• Positive attitude and excellent communication skills
• Ability to keep the bar, organized, stocked and clean
• Working knowledge of standard cocktail recipes
• Ability to reach, bend and frequently lift up to 30 pounds
• Full nights and weekend availability

Founded in 1974 by the father and son team of Charley and Ron Woodsby, Talk of the Town Restaurant Group encompasses six restaurants in the Central Florida area, including Charley's Steak House, FishBones, Texas Cattle Company and Vito's Chop House. The locally owned, Orlando based company has a long-standing history of success in the restaurant industry. Ron's son, Clark Woodsby has since joined the company as Executive Vice President to continue three generations of the family's restaurant business.

We are always on the lookout for talented, outgoing and experienced people at all levels of foodservice to join our team in Orlando, Tampa, Kissimmee, Lakeland or Lake Mary. If you're interested in working with professionals in a lively atmosphere, please fill out an application online or turn in your resume to any restaurant during normal business hours.