Bartender

King's Seafood Company; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 21,923 - 31,224; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Qualifying sick leave

Tenure Incentive Program

Flexible hours

Education reimbursement

Generous dining discount

Job summary

King's Seafood Company in Denver, Colorado, is seeking experienced Bartenders passionate about providing excellent guest service and contributing to a team environment. The role involves making and serving beverages, taking orders, and ensuring cleanliness of the bar area.

Applicants should have a minimum of 5 years experience, be at least 21 years old, and hold a current CA Food Handler's Card. Enjoy competitive wages, education reimbursement, and a flexible work schedule!

Qualifications

• Minimum of 21 years of age to serve alcoholic beverages.
• 5 years experience as a restaurant bartender in a busy environment.
• Ability to effectively communicate with guests and team.

Responsibilities

• Complete opening and closing duties as assigned.
• Take food and beverage orders using suggestive selling techniques.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of bar area.

Skills

Excellent communication in English

Basic mathematical calculations

Knowledge of cocktail programs

Teamwork

Education

High school graduate, some college

Current CA Food Handler’s Card

Job description

We are looking for seasoned Bartenders who seek career growth in the restaurant industry and who possess a passion for food and beverage. All crewmembers provide friendly, helpful and knowledgeable guest service that goes above and beyond at all times. Each crew member contributes and excels in a team service environment. All crew members are responsible for understanding the duties of their position and following all company standards and guidelines.

Once hired, you will be trained to provide friendly, helpful and knowledgeable service. You will contribute in a team environment and will be responsible for understanding the duties of your position and following all company standards and guidelines.

We keep it reel! This is what we bring to the table:

• Competitive Wages: Minimum wage of $19.29, comprised of an hourly tipped wage of $16.27 plus tip share equal to or greater than $3.02 an hour.
• Qualifying sick leave according to state/city regulations
• Tenure Incentive Program
• Teamwork / Flexible Hours
• Education Reimbursement
• Generous Dining Discount

Essential Qualifications

• Minimum of 21 years of age to serve alcoholic beverages.
• 5 Years’ experience as a restaurant bartender in a similar level of volume with a craft/classic cocktail program.
• High school graduate, some college.
• Current CA Food Handler’s Card.
• Ability to satisfactorily communicate verbal and written English with Guests, management and co-workers.
• Ability to compute basic mathematical calculations.
• Ability to maintain complete knowledge of the bartender steps of service and KSC standards.

Essential Job Functions

• Complete opening duties as assigned.
• Take Guests' food and beverage orders, utilizing suggestive selling techniques.
• Input orders into point-of-sale system. Legibly document orders when point of sale system is inoperative and communicate with expeditor.
• Make and serve alcoholic beverage items at bar and serve to Guests and servers.
• Monitor and maintain cleanliness, sanitation and organization of assigned station and service areas.
• Open wine/champagne bottles for Guests as well as wine by the glass selections.
• Make all varieties of coffee in accordance with restaurant standards.
• Serve all food courses and non-alcoholic beverage items to Guests.
• Acknowledge all guests, anticipate Guests’ needs, and respond promptly to guests – however busy.
• Interact in courteous and professional manner with Guests, management and co-workers.Ensure proper bar-top maintenance throughout the meal and the bar-top is wiped and clean for the next Guest.
• Wash and stock all bar glassware throughout shift.
• Present guest checks and process payments adhering to cash handling and credit policies.
• Clean and wipe down bar immediately after Guest departs.
• Collect and report tips at the end of the assigned shift.
• Complete closing duties as assigned.
• Complete bartender checkout and all closing reports as assigned, leave duty after reporting to Manager.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Water Grill is a seafood destination and signature experience for Guests to enjoy the first catch of the season and a deep selection of fish, lobsters, crabs, oysters and shellfish on a robust menu that frequently changes. Since 1989, Water Grill has delivered remarkable experiences through an unwavering devotion to seafood and service. The visually captivating space features a Guest-facing raw bar and saltwater tanks showcasing live spiny lobsters and king crabs, adding photo-worthy opportunities to the straight‑from‑the‑water culinary experience. Crewmembers are completely dedicated to being knowledgeable stewards of the ocean and delivering an elevated dining experience.

Are you hooked yet? We accept ongoing applications.