Bartender

Scratch Restaurants Group; Healdsburg (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Daily meals

Dining stipend

Paid time off

Insurance options

Flexible benefits

Referral bonuses

401K with match

Education stipend

Job summary

Sushi by Scratch Restaurants, part of Scratch Restaurants Group, seeks an experienced bartender for our intimate 10-seat Sushi Bar. You will deliver expert front-of-house service, explain beverage options, and manage sake and Japanese whiskey pairings to enhance an omakase experience.

As the sole FOH member, you will craft seasonal cocktails, oversee bar operations, and ensure hospitality that creates lasting memories for every guest.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years as bartender or fine dining waitstaff.
• Preference for Japanese concepts and beverage service.
• Passion for hospitality and creating memories.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Full-time availability for nights and weekends.
• Legal ability to work with alcohol and required certifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide front of house service during omakase-style dining.
• Explain beverage options, take orders, and serve beverages.
• Manage sake and Japanese whiskey pairings.
• Design beverage options and seasonal cocktails reflecting Japanese influence.
• Oversee bar setup, prep, cleanliness, and closing.
• Handle guest payments with accuracy and warmth.
• Engage guests and teammates with professionalism.
• Host in lounge when required.

Skills

Bartending experience

Sake knowledge

Hospitality mindset

Team player

Professional communication

Job description

Benefits:

• Training & development
• Wellness resources
• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts

Sushi by Scratch Restaurants isn’t your typical dinner experience; it’s an intimate omakase-style journey into the art of sushi. Tucked into hidden corners across the U.S., we create spaces where every seat feels personal, and every bite tells a story. Guided by our Head Chef, our team honors Japanese tradition while embracing inventive techniques and unexpected flavors, crafting moments that linger long after the last bite is served.

We are looking for an experienced and polished Bartender to execute all front of house service at our intimate 10-seat Sushi Bar. As the only FOH member in the room, this role’s primary focus is to provide each step of service to ensure exceptional dining experiences to our guests; while managing sake pairings, Japanese whiskey pairings, and a la carte beverage service.

This property is managed by The Matheson.

The Bartender Responsibilities

This role is dynamic and includes all aspects of Front of House service, not limited to:

• Being the point of contact for all guest needs during the omakase-style dining experience, while always coordinating with the Chef to ensure timely and efficient service.
• This includes welcoming guests into the space according to the policies and procedures outlined by Sushi by Scratch Restaurants, explaining all beverage options, taking beverage orders, preparing and serving all beverages, executing beverage pairings, continuous guest service touch points during the omakase, and assisting the Chefs with any guest service needs.
• Provide fine dining service that is focused on storytelling and product knowledge, rooted in genuine hospitality and respect for craft
• Design and execute seasonal cocktail menus, with non-alcoholic options, and the development of beverage pairings, that all reflect Japanese influence, while being in accordance with all local/state liquor laws
• Oversee all daily bar setup, prep, cleanliness, and closing procedures according to set policies and procedures
• Manage and be responsible for all guest payment collection during checkouts, with attention to detail, accuracy, and gracious hospitality
• Interacting with guests and team members with warmth and professionalism.
• The ability to Host in our lounge, when required by Management

What We Offer:

• Competitive Livable Compensation
• Daily Team Meals
• Quarterly Restaurant Group Dining Stipend, after 60 days of employment
• Accrued PTO and Sick Paid Time Off
• Insurance Options (Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Accident, Pet, etc..)
• Optional FSA, Commuter, and Dependent Care Deduction Options
• Referral Bonuses
• 401K Retirement Options with Employer Matching
• Continuing Education Stipend, after 1 year of employment

Candidate Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a bartender, sommelier, or fine dining waitstaff
• Priority will be given to candidates with Bartending/Sommelier/Beverage Service experience in Japanese concepts, with knowledgable of sake and Japanese whiskeys.
• Passion for Hospitality and the ability to provide thoughtful, accurate, and precise service while creating lasting memories for our guests
• Warm and Professional communication and leadership skills.
• Are a reliable, flexible team player willing to learn and adapt to new situations
• Have open FULL TIME availability to work nights and weekends, including Holidays from 1pm-Close. Overtime may be required.
• Possess the legal ability to work with alcohol including valid all state/locally required alcohol certifications