Bartender- Re Opening Team

Job Description

Job Description

Company Overview:

Come be a part of the The Reef's Restaurant Re Opening Team!

The Reef opened in 1958 - and we continue to be the premier special event location in Long Beach, CA. Since then, The Reef has undergone multiple multi-million-dollar renovations, offering guests and team members an unforgettable, high-end experience. Fresh seafood, prime cuts, and innovative fare with a subtle Polynesian twist. Guests bask in the beautiful California sun during daytime events and experience the twinkling lights of the Long Beach Harbor by night. The Reef offers a unique culinary experience with unmatchable views of the Long Beach skyline that is sure to impress. That, combined with the positive culture that we engage within daily, makes it an ideal place to level-up your career path.

Our mission is to consistently deliver a 5-star experience for our teams, guests, partners and community. We look forward to adding our next valued team member!

Top-notch benefits:

• Paid Sick Time renewed yearly
• Accrued Paid Vacation Time
• Management Referral Program with up to a $4,000 payout for qualifying management positions
• Employee Meals
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to assist with work life balance
• Moral (PRIDE) Program- rewarding employees with a variety of prizes for those who exemplify the company's values.
• Numerous opportunities for growth and advancement
• Full time employees qualify for comprehensive health plans, employer-paid life insurance, supplemental benefit plans, 401k with annual employer match after 12-month employment
• Opportunities to grow your career with a clear path for advancement
• Plus, more!

Pay: $16.90 / hour plus tips

Responsibilities :

• Prepare and serve a diverse range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages with precision and flair.
• Engage with guests in a friendly and professional manner, ensuring a memorable and enjoyable experience.
• Demonstrate expert knowledge of whiskey varieties, including origins, flavor profiles, and pairing suggestions.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bar area, including stocking inventory and managing supplies.
• Adhere to all health and safety regulations, ensuring responsible service of alcohol at all times.
• Collaborate with colleagues to uphold The Boat House's reputation for excellence and hospitality.
• Provide assistance to other team members and perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• 2 or more years of experience as a bartender in a high-volume establishment
• Strong knowledge of whiskey and other spirits, with a passion for mixology.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail and commitment to delivering exceptional service.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
• TIPS or similar certification (can obtain upon hire)
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Physical Demands:

• Regular lifting, moving and carrying of food items, furniture, garbage etc. weighing up to 30 pounds across the restaurant
• Regular and prolonged standing and walking inside and outside the restaurant during a 6-8 hour shift with appropriate breaks
• Regular ascending/descending stairs
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers
• Frequent use of hand to finger motions, handle or feel objects, reach with hands and arms

Qualifications

Required Skills:

• Customer Service - Advanced
• Communication Skills - Advanced
• Bussing - Advanced

Required Behaviors:

• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

Preferred Education:

• High School or better.

Experience Required:

• 1 year: Bartending

Licenses & Certifications Preferred:

• Food Handler Certificate
• RBS Certificate (Responsible Beverage Service)

Disclaimer: The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; and is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recognize that people are our finest asset. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, creed, color, religion or belief, national origin, sex, ancestry, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, medical condition, gender identity or sexual orientation or any other classification protected by law.

Specialty Restaurants Corporation maintains a drug free workplace. The Company will consider for employment qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner that is consistent with local, state, and federal law.

All job offers are contingent upon successfully passing pre-employment background check