Bartender

Scratch Restaurants Group; Utah; On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Training & development

Wellness resources

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Sushi by Scratch Restaurants is seeking a skilled bartender for a dynamic omakase dining experience managed by the Grand Hyatt. You will welcome guests, explain beverage options, craft and serve cocktails, and coordinate with the culinary team to deliver a memorable, cultural dining journey.

Candidates should bring 2+ years in fine dining beverage service, knowledge of sake and Japanese whiskeys, and a hospitality-first mindset. Overtime and night/weekend shifts are expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of bartender or fine dining service experience.
• Priority for candidates with Japanese concepts, sake, and Japanese whiskeys knowledge.
• Passion for hospitality and creating lasting guest memories.
• Warm, professional communication and leadership.
• Reliable, flexible team player willing to learn and adapt.

Responsibilities

• Be the point of contact for guest needs during omakase dining, coordinating with the Chef for timely service.
• Welcome guests per Sushi by Scratch Restaurants policies, explain beverages, take orders, prepare and serve drinks.
• Provide fine dining service focused on storytelling and craft.
• Design seasonal cocktail menus and pairings reflecting Japanese influence within liquor laws.
• Oversee daily bar setup, prep, cleanliness, and closing procedures.

Skills

Bartending

Sake knowledge

Hospitality

Leadership

Communication

Job description

Benefits

• Employee discounts
• Training & development
• Wellness resources
• Dental insurance
• Paid time off

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.

This position is managed by the Grand Hyatt

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 knowledgeable 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