Bartender

Join to apply for the Bartender role at Silver Brands . If you have a passion for hospitality, connecting with people, and serving great food on the cutting edge of hot trends, Silver Diner is the place for you! At Silver Diner, we believe in a culture where we put our people first and empower them to thrive both professionally and personally. Our dedication to nurturing our growth through the growth of our people leads the industry for internal promotions, with more than 60% of our managers and all of our General Manager and Area Directors having been promoted from within. We offer more than a job for today. We offer a career path for the future! Our Mission People are our most precious resource. We execute our product 100% right and never serve a product that doesn’t meet high standards. We strive never to say no to any guest’s request and deliver beyond what is expected. Growth and profit are an outgrowth of excellence in executing our mission; we will not grow at the sacrifice of our mission of executing excellence. Title Bartender Reports To Managers and OP/GM Position Overview The Bartender is responsible for providing Silver Diner hospitality to our guests, preparing beverage orders to company standards, fulfilling food orders, generating sales, and properly handling POS functions. Responsibilities Ensure each guest receives outstanding service, greeting every guest within 30 seconds. Ensure every order is delivered 100% correct and suggestively sell to every guest. Mix, garnish, and serve all drinks for bar and dining room guests according to standard recipes. Ring drink and food orders into POS immediately, collect payment, and make change. Arrange bottles and glasses to maintain an attractive display in agreement with standards. Wash and sterilize stemware. Count drinks served to guests; place current bar tabs in front of guests at all times. Perform responsible service of alcohol and maintain knowledge of all food & beverage specifications. Work as part of a team, communicating clearly and constructively. Be on time for work. Maintain a positive, fun-oriented attitude. Keep yourself, uniform, and station sparkling clean at all times; strictly follow all uniform standards. Know and ensure delivery of the Silver Diner brand. Properly account for all sales, handle cash correctly, and track any waste. Perform any additional duties or tasks reasonably assigned by managers. Brand Delivery Maintain a positive, fun-oriented attitude. Keep yourself, uniform, and station sparkling clean at all times. Strictly follow all uniform standards. Knowledge of SMG scoring standards for Speed of Service & Accuracy of Order. Ensure delivery of the Silver Diner Brand. Performance Measures Positive sales growth in the bar. Guests are happy and there are no complaints. Zero cash handling errors. Required Education & Licensing Must possess a state applicable alcohol compliance certification. Required Experience Minimum 1–2 years experience as a Bartender. Desired Characteristics Exceptional aptitude for Guest Service. Excellent communication skills. Contagiously friendly, outgoing & energetic. Organized. Sense of urgency. Ability to multi-task. Ability to think & act quickly while maintaining self-composure. Ability to meet all schedule requirements. Physical Requirements The work area includes food, refrigeration, knives, toasters, syrup dispensers, plates/bowls, slippery floors, and, at times, high temperatures. It is a physically intense environment requiring stamina and the ability to tolerate heat, walk-in coolers, lift/maneuver boxes weighing up to 35 pounds, and stand/walk on hard surfaces for 10–12 hours per day. Answerable to continuously reach, bend, lift, carry, stoop and wipe. Must be of legal age to serve alcoholic beverages according to applicable state law. Compensation & Benefits Full time bartenders make up to $800+ per week in tips. Full time and part time positions available. Weekends and holiday availability is required for this position. Medical, dental, and vision insurance. 401K plan. Employee Assistance Program. Referral Bonus Program, Meal Discounts. Gym membership discounts, work shoe discounts and more! Opportunity for Growth: Trainer, Supervisor, and Manager roles; over 60% of managers and 100% of GMs promoted from within. Location & Salary Washington, DC – $55,000.00–$100,000.00. #J-18808-Ljbffr Silver Brands