Bartender - Edwards Dessert Kitchen

Schwan's; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented Bartender to join their team at a premier dessert destination in Minneapolis. In this dynamic role, you will craft and serve exquisite cocktails while ensuring a memorable experience for guests. You'll thrive in a positive work environment, collaborating with fellow staff to deliver top-notch service and uphold the highest standards of food and beverage quality. This opportunity offers not just a job, but a chance to be part of a vibrant community where your skills and creativity will shine. If you are passionate about mixology and customer service, this is the perfect place for you to grow and excel.

Benefits

Health Benefits

Retirement Plans

Time Off Programs

Wellbeing Support Programs

Qualifications

• 2+ years of bartending experience with a certification preferred.
• Knowledge of wines, spirits, and mixology is essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve high-quality cocktails and specialty drinks.
• Provide exceptional customer service in a friendly atmosphere.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards in the workspace.

Skills

Customer Service

Mixology

POS Equipment Operation

Sanitation Standards

Ability to Lift 50 Pounds

Education

High School or equivalent

Tools

POS Systems

Job description

Description

Schwan’s Company, a U.S. affiliate of the global lifestyle brand CJ CheilJedang Corporation, is a leader in manufacturing and marketing quality foods enjoyed nationwide. We have beloved brands like Red Baron, Tony’s, Big Daddy’s, Villa Prima and Freschetta pizzas; bibigo, Pagoda Asian-style snacks and we can’t forget Mrs. Smith’s and Edwards pies! We bring families and communities together through great food. Join our team and see the opportunities are real, and the sky is the limit; this isn’t just a job, it’s a seat at the table!

We are hiring a Bartender to work at Schwan's Company-owned Edwards Dessert Kitchen in Minneapolis! This positive, upscale work environment is the North Loop's premier dessert destination. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing and serving the highest quality cocktails and specialty drinks while providing the highest level of service during customer interactions. This position will be responsible for interacting with other restaurant staff in a professional and positive way to ensure the highest level of food quality and service.

General availability is needed Thursday - Sunday, 3:00 - 11:00pm. Approximately 25-30 hours/week.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provide exceptional, friendly, and efficient customer service while creating a welcoming atmosphere.
• Prepare and serve high-quality cocktails, specialty drinks, coffee, food, and desserts with accuracy and flair.
• Follow standardized recipes while also having the opportunity to develop and create new drinks.
• Accurately record and transmit orders, process payments, and follow proper cash handling procedures.
• Assist with beverage inventory and support counter staff as needed to keep operations running smoothly.
• Maintain strict sanitation standards, ensuring a clean, safe workspace by sweeping, mopping, wiping surfaces, washing dishes, and cleaning restrooms and tables.
• Work quickly and effectively under pressure, including during busy rushes, and maintain availability for early, late, holiday, and weekend shifts.

Qualifications:

• Education: High School or equivalent
• Years of Related Experience: 2+ Years of experience with a certification from an accredited bartending or mixology program preferred
• Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Ability to operate POS equipment, knowledge of various types of wines and spirits, understanding of mixology, ability to stand for up to 12 hours, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, knowledge of beverage preparation, hygiene, and sanitation, knowledge of OSHA requirements within a kitchen, ability to add and subtract.

Compensation and Benefits:

The base compensation for this position is $17.00 per hour plus tips. The pay range represents the numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to education, skills, work experience, certifications, geography etc. As such, starting pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.

Beyond base compensation, we offer a competitive Total Rewards package focusing on your overall well-being. We are proud to offer a strong foundation of health benefits, retirement and financial wellbeing, time off programs, and wellbeing support programs.

The employing subsidiaries of Schwan's Company are Equal Employment Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, age, race, color, religion, gender, vet status, national origin, or other protected class.