Bartender - Gil's Elegant Catering

Bartender - Gil's Elegant Catering

Gils - Grand Prairie, TX 75050

Overview

Salary Range $20.00 - $25.00 Hourly Level Entry Position Type Part Time Job Shift Any Education Level High School Diploma/GED Travel Percentage None Category Entry Level

Description

For over four decades, Proof of the Pudding has set the standard for culinary excellence and exceptional event experiences throughout Atlanta and beyond. As we expand into the greater Dallas area, we are bringing the same innovation, excellence, and passion for hospitality that has defined our brand. From weddings and holiday parties to corporate retreats and social gatherings, our catering team delivers unforgettable events with creative menus, seamless service, and elevated design expertise.

We are seeking enthusiastic and customer-oriented individuals to join our Food and Beverage team as Bartenders at the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden. In this role, you will provide excellent customer service, assist guests with their beverage orders, and help create a positive dining experience.

This position will be stationed out of Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens located in Dallas, TX.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for both pre & post bar set-up/break down responsibilities.
• Sets bar up in a timely manner.
• Communicates well with bar back during event to assist them with replenishment during shift.
• Greets all guests and gives exceptional customer service.
• Attentive to guests needs throughout the entire event.
• Cleans bar after closing, discard excess ice.
• Responsible for placing all items back in bar box as originally received.

Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Customer service or food service experience preferred.
• Must enjoy interacting with students in a friendly and helpful manner.
• Must be comfortable commuting to Dallas, TX.

Specialized Qualifications:

• 2+ years of bartending experience
• Must be a team player and a phenomenal communicator.
• Must be experienced in preparing mixed drinks.
• Must have exceptional customer service skills.
• Must be TABC Certified.
• Must be extremely hardworking and organized.
• Must be exceedingly responsible and accountable.
• Maintain good grooming and personal hygiene.
• Knowledge of upscale/VIP service styles required.

Work Environment

Bartenders will work out of and report to our team at the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens. This position works often with food equipment, will be in and out of coolers and freezers, and traversing different types of flooring.

Uniform Requirements

Adherence to Company Uniform Requirements outlined in the Associate Handbook, uniform requirements outlined in your orientation guidelines.

Non-slip shoes are necessary.

Physical Demands:

• Prolonged periods of standing, moving through a limited space, and walking on various surfaces
• Bending, lifting, scooping, and carrying miscellaneous equipment and food items
• Ability to perform physical tasks; such as but not limited to, lifting approx. 30 lbs.

Core Value and Competency Requirements

• Business Acumen - Demonstrate comprehension of the job, including policies, practices, and relationships. Possess the expertise and skill levels required of the job and perform with quality.
• Dedication - Dependable, reliable and follows through on projects from inception to completion. Willing to put in as much time as necessary to complete tasks. Demonstrate a win-win attitude: "see it, own it, solve it."
• Ethics and Integrity - Acts with integrity, honesty and knowledge that promote the company's culture, values and beliefs while maintaining the highest standards of professional conduct.
• Safety & Security - Observe safety and security standards. Use equipment and materials properly. Comply with safety standards and personal protective equipment requirements. Report potential unsafe conditions or practices to appropriate person immediately. Promote restaurant safety, cleanliness and security compliance at all times.
• Teamwork - Cooperate and be willing to work as a team player to achieve goals and tasks accurately, efficiently and timely.
• Communication - Communicate clearly and effectively with mutual respect, understanding and trust to fellow associates, managers, supervisors and guests. Listen carefully to opinions and views of others; state understanding of what has been heard.
• Initiative - Contribute new ideas and suggestions to enhance productivity and efficiency. Be proactive in troubleshooting problems or issues and take action to mitigate potential problems.
• Adaptability & Planning - Possess the ability to learn new tasks and adjusts well to new situations. Perform well under tight time schedules and pressures to change direction quickly.
• Service Orientation - Demonstrates a sense of urgency. Is welcoming, friendly and smiles when visible to guests.

Position Salary & Benefits:

• Competitive pay $20-$25 per hour.
• Benefits include daily meals per shift.
• Flexible schedule, in a unique and exciting work locations.
• Opportunity for advancement.
• On-the-job training that can be applied industry wide.

Proof of the Pudding and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion and employing a diverse workforce. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected characteristics.