Bartender

Reunion Kitchen; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Bartender to join their vibrant team. This role involves crafting classic and specialty drinks while providing exceptional service to guests in a lively restaurant environment. As a Bartender, you will be responsible for greeting and serving customers, ensuring they have an enjoyable experience. With a focus on teamwork and effective communication, you'll play a vital role in maintaining the bar's atmosphere and efficiency. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and enjoy engaging with people, this opportunity is perfect for you to showcase your skills and grow in the hospitality industry.

Benefits

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Qualifications

• Restaurant and bartending experience required.
• Must have excellent communication and multitasking skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve beverages, interact with guests, and ensure satisfaction.
• Mix cocktails and manage bar inventory while complying with regulations.

Skills

Bartending experience

Excellent communication skills

Multitasking

Customer service

Education

Current food handler’s card

Responsible Beverage Server ID

Job description

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Qualifications & Skills
Restaurant experience required; bartending experience required. Excellent communication skills and ability to multitask effectively. To be considered for this role, you should be available to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Summary Of Position
Bartender responsibilities include greeting and serving customers, providing detailed information on menus, multi-tasking various front-of-the-house duties, and collecting payment. To be a successful bartender, you should be polite with your customers and make sure they enjoy their drinks and meals. You should also be a team player and be able to effectively communicate with all members of our team to make sure orders are accurate and delivered promptly. Bartenders will create classic and specialty drinks for both bar guests and dining room guests in a timely manner.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepare alcohol or non-alcohol beverages for bar and restaurant patrons
• Interact with guests, take orders and serve food and drinks
• Socialize with guests to serve needs, preferences and make recommendations
• Mix ingredients to prepare cocktails and have cocktail recipes memorized.
• Check guests’ identification and confirm it meets legal drinking age
• Restock and replenish bar inventory and supplies
• Stay guest focused and nurture an excellent guest experience
• Comply with all food and beverage regulations

Physical Demands

• Lifting and carrying of items not to exceed 50 lbs.
• Must be in good physical condition to walk or stand throughout the entirety of a shift.
• Extensive and prolonged walking, standing, bending, and reaching required.
• Grasping and fine manipulation using hands required.
• Ability to work up to 8-10 hours per day.

Other Requirements

• Must have a current food handler’s card and Responsible Beverage Server ID
• California workplace harassment training and/or any additional training required by law.

Compensation: $16.00 per hour

Reunion Kitchen + Drink is a distinctive restaurant that serves modern comfort food for breakfast, lunch, and dinner in an elegantly designed and cozy environment. The interiors are crafted to elevate the dining experience, creating a warm and social ambiance. Designed from the ground up, Reunion Kitchen + Drink is the perfect spot for locals, visitors, families, and friends to gather and reconnect. Our granite and polished bronze bar tops invite guests to savor one of our many signature cocktails, while our exhibition-style kitchens provide a glimpse into the culinary expertise of our team. With dishes ranging from tangy crispy ribs and fresh garden salads to a mouthwatering prime rib dip, our menu offers something for everyone.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing
• Industries
• Restaurants