Bartender

Big Bad Breakfast; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Free uniforms

Advancement opportunities

Training & development

Job summary

Big Bad Breakfast in Durham, NC seeks an experienced Bartender to deliver high-quality beverage service and guest engagement. The role emphasizes drink preparation, inventory control, and strong customer interaction in a fast-paced dining environment.

You'll manage bar stock, maintain sanitation, and ensure compliance with health standards while contributing to a welcoming bar atmosphere and room for advancement within a bustling restaurant setting.

Qualifications

• Proven beverage preparation experience following recipes and standards.
• Able to stock bar supplies and maintain inventory levels.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Efficiently manage orders from cocktail station and dining area.
• Ensure safe handling with cleaning agents and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional service that exceeds guests' expectations and anticipates needs.
• Greet guests warmly and create a friendly bar atmosphere.
• Address guest concerns with empathy and efficiency to ensure satisfaction.
• Manage bar inventory and reconcile cash drawer accurately.
• Clean and sanitize glassware and bar equipment meticulously.
• Recognize signs of intoxication and consult management as needed.
• Record orders accurately, process transactions, and adhere to policies.
• Answer questions about menu and promotions with knowledge and sales techniques.
• Follow health, safety, and service protocols and training requirements.
• Operate POS and payment systems proficiently.
• Foster a cooperative team environment and support other duties as needed.

Skills

Beverage preparation

Inventory management

Customer interaction

Multitasking

Safety & sanitation

Bar top management

Communication

Tools

Knives

Blenders

POS systems

Glassware handling

Job description

Benefits:

• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

About Us:

BBB was founded in 2008 by James Beard award-winning and Michelin-recommended chef John Currence with a mission to elevate the most important meal of the day. It is our goal and expectation to provide the finest and highest quality food, drink and service to every guest who passes through our doors. We commit ourselves to inspire excellence in all our staff members through intentional communication, education and exceptional hospitality. We are open 7 days a week to serve lunch, brunch, cocktails and full service catering.

Job Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Bartender to join our team! The Bartender is essential to our dining experience, providing high-quality beverage service that enhances guest satisfaction. This role requires expertise in drink preparation, inventory management, and excellent customer interaction skills. The ideal candidate will be adept at working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and will contribute to a welcoming atmosphere at the bar.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver exceptional service that exceeds guests' expectations, proactively anticipating their needs.
• Welcome guests with a genuine and warm smile, creating a friendly atmosphere.
• Address guest concerns with empathy and efficiency, ensuring satisfaction.
• Manage bar inventory, maintaining security over stock and accurately reconciling the bar cash drawer.
• Perform meticulous cleaning and sanitizing of glassware and other bar equipment.
• Recognize signs of intoxication in guests, responsibly manage service, and consult management as necessary.
• Record all orders precisely, handle transactions, and ensure all sales are accounted for according to restaurant policies.
• Answer guest questions about the menu and current promotions knowledgeably, applying effective sales techniques.
• Adhere to all service protocols, including special dietary needs and food allergy precautions.
• Ensure all tools and equipment, including POS and payment systems, are used proficiently.
• Follow all health and safety regulations, complete required training, and maintain compliance with restaurant policies outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Foster a cooperative team environment and perform additional duties as needed.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in beverage preparation according to established recipes and standards.
• Ability to stock and maintain sufficient levels of bar supplies, including alcohol, glassware, ice, and other necessary items.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Skilled in managing a full bar top and handling orders from the cocktail station and dining area efficiently.
• Comfort with regular exposure to liquids and use of cleaning agents, demonstrating safe handling practices.
• Competence in operating bar equipment such as knives and blenders safely.
• Effective communication skills to understand and execute job requirements.
• Ability to multitask and maintain composure in a high-pressure environment.
• Comfortable working in tight spaces with fluctuating noise and temperature levels.
• Physically capable of lifting up to 50 pounds and standing or walking during the entire shift, navigating through potential hazards in the restaurant.