Bartender

Ford's Garage; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts on brand brands

Daily pay

Fun, team-driven culture

Medical insurance for full-time

Open door policy

Job summary

Ford's Garage in Richmond, VA seeks a Bartender (tipped position) to join our team and deliver standout service behind the bar. You’ll craft cocktails, take orders and ensure a welcoming guest experience from the moment guests arrive.

Qualified applicants must have bartender experience, a valid food/alcohol certification, be able to stand for long shifts, and communicate clearly in English. This on-site role offers competitive tipping potential and team-oriented growth.

Qualifications

• Bartender experience required, preferably in a high-volume atmosphere.
• Must possess or be able to obtain a valid food/alcohol certification, as required by state law
• Able to stand for 10 hours and lift at least 50 pounds
• Good hearing for safety and accurate communication
• Must be able to read, write and speak in English
• Must have reliable transportation

Responsibilities

• Providing our guests with the highest level of service standards to create new and repeat business and avoid guest complaints
• Creating stunning, handcrafted cocktails that align with brand recipes
• Promoting our products to guests by communicating with extensive product knowledge on food, beverage and promotional menus.
• Financial accountability during their shift, including consistent bar inventories to ensure balanced funds
• Ensuring our bars are ready to serve guests by stocking, opening and tapping all bar supplies
• Being aware of and abiding by food safety practices and liquor service laws, including not overserving guests or serving underage Guests.

Skills

High-volume service

English proficiency

Customer service

Education

Food/alcohol certification

Job description

Ready to quit your day job and jump into the restaurant industry with us? We're not your average restaurant, and we don't want your average Bartender, better known as a Vibe Setter. Are you ready to have fun while building your career? We don’t believe in the dull and mundane… in fact, we adamantly reject it!

As a part of our badass team (yep we said it), you’ll help deliver our mission by joining a team of GOATS that, together will continue to grow the legacy of our brand and be brand stewards. Bartenders work behind the bar taking orders and delivering food and beverage to our guests while maintaining and enhancing the quality of our service. You are responsible for making any and all alcoholic beverages for the service staff. You will ensure everyone who comes through our doors as a guest will leave as a friend by being your authentic self.

Minimum Qualifications (with or without accommodation):

• Bartender experience required, preferably in a high-volume atmosphere
• Must possess or be able to obtain a valid food/alcohol certification, as required by state law
• Able to stand for 10 hours and lift at least 50 pounds
• Good hearing for safety and accurate communication
• Must be able to read, write and speak in English
• Must have reliable transportation

Our Bartenders are Responsible for:

• Providing our guests with the highest level of service standards to create new and repeat business and avoid guest complaints
• Creating stunning, handcrafted cocktails that align with brand recipes
• Promoting our products to guests by communicating with extensive product knowledge on food, beverage and promotional menus.
• Financial accountability during their shift, including consistent bar inventories to ensure balanced funds
• Ensuring our bars are ready to serve guests by stocking, opening and tapping all bar supplies
• Being aware of and abiding by food safety practices and liquor service laws, including not overserving guests or serving underage Guests.

Unique Benefits:

• Work alongside, learn and grow from fellow GOATs. Whatever your goals are in life, our goal is to make you more prepared to get there.
• Become a part of a culture that creates connections between iconic brands and guests. Join the fun and ONE TEAM culture that makes us great!
• We have a bunch of fun brands, and this role will give you discounts to eat at all of them. You also get a discount on our retail!
• We use innovative technology for easy scheduling.
• Daily pay? We got you. Have your money in your pocket as soon as the next day.
• We have an open door policy because your voice always matters.
• Refer a friend…get paid for bringing on another GOAT.
• Need medical insurance? Offered to all full-time team members.
• Get rewarded for working with us! Exclusive partnership discounts for theme parks, concerts, hotels and online shopping.
• *This is a tipped job position