Bartender-El Torito

Xperience Restaurant Group (XRG); Palmdale (CA); On-site; USD 19,207 - 27,355; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dining discounts

Flexible hours

Job summary

Xperience Restaurant Group (XRG) in Palmdale, California, is seeking a dedicated Bartender to join our team. This role involves welcoming guests, taking orders, and serving food and beverages promptly. We offer competitive pay at $16.90/hour plus tips, flexible hours, and numerous benefits including health insurance and dining discounts. Ideal candidates should have at least two years of experience, a valid driver’s license, and a passion for hospitality. Join us to be part of a unique culture and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two (2) years related experience.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
• Valid Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Welcoming guests and taking food and beverage orders.
• Provide accurate information regarding menu items.
• Serve food and drinks promptly.

Skills

Guest relations

Strong beer and spirits knowledge

Proper lifting techniques

Education

High School Diploma preferred

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Join the XRG Team: Where Passion for Hospitality Meets Limitless Opportunities! At Xperience Restaurant Group (XRG), our foundation is built on unwavering dedication of team members who exude a relentless passion for hospitality. We set high standards and believe in delivering unforgettable experiences. If you are one of those individuals, we invite you to join.

Why XRG?

• Competitive pay: Your hard work deserves more than just a paycheck. Enjoy competitive pay that recognizes your dedication and skills.
• Flexibility: Strike the perfect balance between work and life with our flexible hours. Your time matters, and we value your well‑being.
• Career Growth Opportunities: We thrive on promoting from within, fostering growth for every team member.
• Unique Culture: Our Core Values set us apart, making the XRG culture truly unmatched. Join the XRG family and experience the difference.
• Team Member Dining Discounts: Savor the perks of being part of our team with exclusive dining discounts for you and up to 5 guests.
• Employee Referral Program: Share the joy of being part of the XRG team with others.
• Financial Well‑Being: Exclusive Credit Union Benefits, including Checking/Savings, Loans, and Financial Education.
• Partner Perks: Unlock discounted rates on theme parks, travel, apparel, sports tickets, and more!
• Sick Time: Offered in eligible states (CA, CO, AZ, MA, MD, WA, NY, NV, IL).
• Health Insurance: Take care of your well‑being with comprehensive health insurance for our full‑time team members.

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Pay Rate: $16.90/Hour, Plus Tips opportunity!

PURPOSE

The Bartender is responsible for welcoming guests, accurately taking all food and beverage orders, and making sure they are delivered in a timely manner to the guests' satisfaction.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide guests with accurate and thorough information regarding menu items, pricing, and allergen information.
• Recognize and cultivate regular guests and repeat business.
• Take and enter orders into POS system promptly and accurately.
• Ensure all the food and drinks are served promptly and according to specifications.
• Ensure that all necessary stock is replenished during the shift.
• Move furniture as directed by management, including but not limited to: tables, chairs, bar stools, banquettes, bar tables, boxes, and equipment.
• Accurately check guest identification to verify age of 21+ before serving.
• Provide service food servers in a timely manner.
• Follow given precise drink recipes when dispensing drinks.
• Organize and prioritize service.
• Respond to guest concerns/complaints and correct errors or resolve complaints while maintaining a positive attitude, escalating to management when necessary.
• Comply with all safety and health department procedures and all state and federal liquor laws.
• Maintain company safety and sanitation standards.
• Prepare guest checks through POS terminal functions. Process guest payments by cash, credit card, venue comps and all other tender types.
• Collect required signatures from guest and promptly close guest checks.
• Ensure accurate accounting of all bar monies and independent banking procedures. Sign all cash out slips legibly.
• Ensure complete and proper check‑out procedures.
• Clean all spills immediately and place all trash in proper receptacles.
• Inform management of any complaint, comments or incident.
• Ensure nightly/weekly and opening/running/closing duties are completed.
• Record and report any equipment failure and/or safety hazards to management immediately.
• Ensure proper rotation of all liquor, beer, wine and consumable items.
• Keep bar top clean and free of dirty glasses, dirty ashtrays, trash, etc. throughout shift.
• Monitor potentially intoxicated and/or disruptive guests and promptly bring to a manager’s attention.
• Refuse further service of alcohol to overly intoxicated guests in a courteous and safety‑minded manner.
• Assist and/or complete additional tasks as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• High School Diploma preferred.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• 21+ years of age.
• Possession of or the ability to possess all state required work cards.
• Minimum of two (2) years related experience.
• Experience with POS systems.
• Strong beer and spirits knowledge.
• Proper lifting techniques.
• Guest relations.
• Sanitation and safety.
• Safe alcohol service.
• Full service restaurant operations.
• Ability to communicate effectively and assertively in the English language, both verbally and in writing with staff, clients, and the public.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Work indoors and/or outdoors, exposed to hot and/or cold surfaces, steam, and wet floors.
• Work in an environment that is subject to varying levels of noise, crowds and smoke, the severity of which depends upon guest volume.
• Fast paced, high volume, full service restaurant.
• Work varied shifts to include days, nights, weekends and holidays.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to walk long periods of time.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
• Ability to repeat the same movements for long periods of time.
• Ability to understand the speech of another person.
• Ability to speak clearly so listeners can understand.
• Ability to push and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.

DISCLAIMER

This job description is a summary of duties, which you as a bartender are expected to perform in your normal course of work. It is by no means an all‑inclusive list but is merely a broad guide of expected duties. You should understand that a job description is neither complete nor permanent; it can be modified at any time with or without notice.