Bartender

Ettan; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401k + 2% Match

Kaiser Bronze plan 50% covered

Job summary

Ettan in Palo Alto is looking for a Bartender who will provide exceptional drink and food service while assisting Barbacks in a dynamic restaurant environment. Responsibilities include managing bar setup, cash handling, and ensuring cleanliness. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. and possess relevant training certificates. Knowledge of cocktails and the food menu, along with strong communication skills, is preferred. The position offers a minimum wage plus tips and potential benefits after 60 days of employment.

Qualifications

• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Must have current Food Handler and Unlawful Harassment training certificates.
• Ability to effectively communicate with and mentor staff.
• Ability to maintain an even temperament under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Extend a genuine welcome and good-bye to all Ettan guests.
• Oversee and assist with Barback duties/responsibilities.
• Set up and breakdown of bar.
• Follow cocktail batch recipes from Ettan bar binder.
• Reconcile cash drawer at opening and closing; oversee cash handling.
• Track juice pars and log juice production needs.
• Execute opening bar prep.
• Know all table and seat numbers based on seating floor map.

Skills

Communication Skills

Time Management

Knowledge of Cocktails

Cash Handling

Job description

ETTAN opened in 2020 to much acclaim as the first Cal‑Indian restaurant of its kind by Michelin starred chef Srijith Gopinathan and restaurateur Ayesha Thapar who have since gone on to open Copra in San Francisco and Eylan in Menlo Park. Ettan celebrates the bounty of California in the context of the rich cultural and culinary traditions of India.

Job Summary

The Bartender works closely with Barbacks to provide exceptional drink and food service to bar and restaurant guests. This position has a range of responsibilities including guest service, barback training, cocktail batching, mixing and serving, ingredient production, cleaning and organization. This job description reflects the general level and nature of the job. It is not intended to be all inclusive.

Primary Duties/Responsibilities

• Extend a genuine welcome and good‑bye to all Ettan guests;
• Oversee and assist with Barback duties/responsibilities;
• Set up and breakdown of bar;
• Follow cocktail batch recipes from Ettan bar binder;
• Reconcile cash drawer at opening and closing; oversee cash handling;
• Track juice pars and log juice production needs;
• Execute opening bar prep;
• In depth knowledge of Ettan beer, wine, cocktails, and spirits;
• In depth knowledge of food menu; able to answer guest questions and describe dishes; awareness of dishes with potential allergens;
• Working POS knowledge: starting tabs, closing out and transferring checks; input orders; course and modify food appropriately;
• Process credit card, cash and gift card payments;
• Know all table and seat numbers based on seating floor map;
• Communicate with management about any disappointed guest experiences or special praise for their Ettan experience.

Secondary Duties/Responsibilities

• Train new staff;
• Proficient knowledge of reservation & seating policy, table & seat numbers;
• Participate in daily lineup discussions;
• Have a keen eye on and take action to ensure the cleanliness and orderliness of the service areas and restaurant in general.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities – Required

• Must be authorized to work in the United States;
• Current Food Handler and Unlawful Harassment training certificates;
• Ability to effectively communicate with and mentor staff;
• Ability to maintain an even temperament under pressure.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities – Preferred

• Good time management and ability to multitask;
• High level of spirits and cocktail preparation knowledge.

Physical Requirements

• Stand stationary and move throughout the restaurant for periods of time, up to 8 hours per day, 3-4 days per week;
• Continuous physical activity including walking, standing, twisting, sitting, bending, lifting, reaching, kneeling, stooping, crawling, wiping, climbing, pushing and pulling items weighing 50 pounds for distances of up to 20 ft.;
• Interpret and follow a variety of instructions and procedures furnished in written and oral formats;
• Work under pressure with changing, ambiguous priorities;
• Auditory and visual skills – Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus;
• Ability to work additional hours or shifts occasionally at the last minute;
• Ability to perform moderately strenuous physical work and repetitive hand and arm motions;
• Understand and respond to staff requests in a loud environment.

Expected Hours of Work

Shift times vary based on hours the restaurant is open.

Compensation

• Minimum Wage + Tips;
• 401k + 2% Match;
• Kaiser Bronze plan 50% covered first if the month following 60 days employment if working 30 hours per week.