Bartender

Bartender - Crooked Hammock Brewery

Summary of Position: A Crooked Hammock Bartender is a friendly, cocktail and beer expert performing a live show daily! They are responsible for making our guests feel they have escaped to a perfect beach destination, and showing our guests how to "eat, drink, and be merry". The Bartender is a leader of our FOH staff and must be confident and knowledgeable. Must Enjoy the Ride!

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Be a guest recognition expert and know our regulars by name
• Be quick, attentive, approachable, and fun with everyone that walks through the door.
• Welcome and greet guests. Smile. Make eye contact. Make all our guests feel comfortable and let them know you're here to make them as relaxed as possible.
• Always be professional, while still maintaining a casual atmosphere.
• Know everything about our craft beer and all of our signature drinks.
• Provide a Tour of our Menus. Highlight features and suggest specific menu items
• Do not be "just" an order taker. Answer questions appropriately. Take orders accurately.
• Enter orders in our point-of-sale system quickly and accurately
• Be interesting. Be unique. Have fun.
• Monitor and observe guests' dining experience. Ensure guests are satisfied with the food and service. Respond promptly and courteously to any requests.
• Constantly maintain a clean bar and environment.
• Promote events and other service times
• Prepare final bill, present check to guest, accept payment, accurately process credit card charges or make change.
• Provide appropriate farewells to all guests.
• Be the hardest working member of the team & be a team player
• Perform more than your share of side work at the start and end of each shift.
• Clear and clean bar top once guest has finished.
• Be available to fill in as needed to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the restaurant as directed by the restaurant manager or immediate supervisor.
• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks consistent with the Restaurant's standard drink recipes.
• Prepare garnishes for drinks
• Maintain bottles & glasses in an attractive and functional manner to support efficient drink preparation and promotion of beverages.
• Maintain cleanliness in all areas of the bar including counters, sinks, utensils, shelves and storage areas.
• Report all equipment problems and bar maintenance issues to restaurant manager.
• Assist the restocking and replenishment of bar inventory and supplies.
• Live the brand and be a brand ambassador; make decisions in the best interest of the business every time
• Must Enjoy the Ride!

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Have advanced knowledge of beer, wine and liquor and common drink recipes.
• Possess basic math skills and have the ability to handle money and operate a cash register.
• Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 6 hours).
• Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 40 pounds.
• Have at least one year of experience, preferably at a fast paced restaurant.
• Reliable transportation
• Flexibility of schedule to assume responsibilities as needed
• Must be eligible to work in the United States

Compensation: This position pays $2.23/hour plus tips, and comes with awesome employee perks. La Vida Hospitality Group offers unique lifestyle-based benefits geared towards doing what we do best - Enjoying the Ride & Celebrating our Tribe!

• Unlimited growth potential with salaried management opportunities
• Travel opportunities
• Team events & outings
• Local lifestyle perks like paddleboarding & kayaking discounts
• Professional leadership development and continuous coaching, training, and mentorship
• Food, beverage & retail discounts
• Benefits for salaried team and paid time off for full-time hourly employees
• Celebrate Wellness program dedicated to supporting employee wellness

We're firm believers in working & playing hard and we want to find people who share that same passion with us, so if that sounds like your kind of vibe, apply to join our team today!