Bartender - Katsuya Ko

ADP, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

sbe is seeking a Bartender for its Katsuya venue in San Diego to deliver exceptional service and craft beverages for a discerning guest base. You will be responsible for drink preparation, station cleanliness, proper recipe adherence, and seamless guest experience in a fast-paced setting.

Ideal candidates have at least two years of contemporary dining beverage service, a valid SBRS and ANSI Food Handler Card, and the ability to work a dynamic schedule.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of relevant experience in a high-end, service-focused environment.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment with loud music and distractions.
• Must be 21 years of age or older and have work authorization in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Provides excellent service to all guests at the bar.
• Prepares and pours drinks with proper portions and ingredients.
• Expedites drink orders quickly and accurately; handles refills on request.
• Maintains timing, speeds up or slows down station as needed.
• Prepares drinks according to recipes; keeps station stocked with liquor, glassware and accessories.
• Manages cash register bank, cash, and receipts; tracks tips as required.
• Maintains knowledge of beverages, glassware, and garnishes.
• Maintains a relaxed, upbeat demeanor in a busy, high-volume setting.
• Communicates with support staff to ensure bar is properly stocked and prepared.
• Maintains inventory at established par levels and supports inventory control.
• Exhibits a polished, professional, and guest-focused attitude.
• Demonstrates organization and initiative in a VIP-driven environment.
• Contributes to teamwork and smooth operations across shifts.

Skills

Exceptional hospitality

Multitasking

Fast-paced service

Professional demeanor

Excellent communication

Guest-focused service

Education

Responsible Beverage Service certification

ANSI Food Handler Card

Job description

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sbe conceptualizes and develops innovative concepts that invite you to indulge in the extraordinary. As the global leader in “lifestyle hospitality,” we redefine the hospitality experience through innovation and collaboration. We ELEVATE THE EXTRAORDINARY.

A pioneering icon in lifestyle hospitality, sbe has become an international brand. As a multiplatform hospitality and nightlife company, we create innovative concepts and award-winning experiences. As incubators and operators, we develop globally acclaimed culinary brands, critically acclaimed restaurants, lounges, and nightclubs. What unites them is a continued commitment to innovation, and service, delivering an unparalleled experience that exceeds the highest of expectations and sets new industry standards. sbe conceptualizes and develops innovative concepts that invite you to INDULGE IN THE EXTRAORDINARY

Katsuya is truly a feast for the senses. With specialty cocktails, unique rolls, and spectacular sushi and sashimi platters, Chef Uechi skillfully translates Japanese flavors for the American palate. The superb talent and exacting precision of Katsuya has changed the face of Japanese cuisine. Katsuya analyzed the eating habits of the American public and stepped outside of what is considered traditional Japanese cuisine, mixing it with California-style cuisine. This innovation ignited a new sushi trend that spread like wildfire throughout the industry.

Role Overview

The Bartender provides excellent service to all guests who approach the bar, prepare and pour drinks, and keep the bar area cleaned and stocked at all times as required by policies and procedures.

• Ensures a seamless guest experience
• Prepares ordered drinks with proper portions and ingredients such as wine, mixed drinks, specialty cocktails, shots and related bar service to guests at assigned stations.
• Expedites drink orders for each guest quickly and accurately. Serves refills upon request as well as follows up for additional beverage requirements.
• Possesses a keen sense of timing and is capable of discreetly speeding up or slowing down his/her station as necessary.
• Mixes drinks according to prescribed recipes; keeps station stocked with all liquor, glasses and accessories necessary; accounts for all beginning cash register bank, all cash, complimentary drinks and charge receipts.
• Resourceful with beverages, fruit and supplies in order to maintain low beverage costs.
• Must have knowledge of beverages, glassware, and garnishes.
• Must possess the ability to initiate and maintain a relaxed and upbeat demeanor in a fast-paced environment with loud music and constant distractions.
• Communicates and works with all support staff to ensure bar is properly stocked and prepared for operations.
• Communicates and works with all support staff to ensure inventory is maintained at established par levels.
• Must have an exceptional personality and hospitality driven attitude
• Must be polished, professional, friendly, dynamic and able to multitask
• Must be a highly organized individual with the ability to handle numerous tasks at a time
• Able to take initiative in a VIP driven and guest service focused environment
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
• Has excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Maintains a "sense of urgency" attitude for the completion of responsibilities/tasks

Desired Qualifications

• Prefer a minimum of two (2) year experience in a contemporary dining restaurant
• Must be at least 21 years of age or older

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to stand or walk a minimum eight (8)-hour shift and work inside assigned bar area in the venue.
• Must be able to twist, tow (push or pull), reach, bend climb and carry objects as necessary.
• Must be able to lift and carry 25-50 pounds.
• Must be able to work inside and outside at all times of the year as needed, based upon business volumes.

Work Authorization

Must be able to provide documentation that shows you are authorized to work in the United States. Must be twenty-one (21) years of age.

Education / Experience / Credentials

Minimum of two (2) years relevant experience in high-end, service-focused environment. It is the employee's responsibility to secure and maintain the current status of all required certificates, licenses, or registrations when required by local, state, or federal government agencies. ANSI approved Food Handler Card and Responsible Beverage Service certificate recognized by the ABC.

Affirmative Action / EEO Statement

We are an equal-opportunity employer who is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. We believe in, embrace, and abide by the spirit, as well as, to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.

Our policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, internships, and apprenticeship.