Bartender/Server

Farmshop Santa Monica; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Farmshop Santa Monica seeks an experienced bartender to craft cocktails, wine and beer while delivering outstanding hospitality. You will engage guests, suggest beverages, take accurate orders, and collaborate with kitchen and bar teams to ensure seamless service.

The role requires a high level of beverage knowledge, a strong service mindset, and certifications in Food Handling and RBS, with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Extensive knowledge of cocktails, wines and beers.
• Food handler and RBS certifications required.
• Experience as a bartender in a high-volume setting preferred.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve cocktails, wines, beers, and non-alcoholic drinks to spec.
• Welcome guests, make beverage recommendations and take orders.
• Note special requests and dietary restrictions accurately.
• Collaborate with kitchen and bar staff for timely service.
• Maintain bar and dining area cleanliness and organization.
• Monitor alcohol service and ensure responsible consumption.
• Assist with inventory and supplies as needed.

Skills

Mixology

Customer service

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Communication

Inventory management

Team player

Problem solving

Flexibility

Stamina under pressure

Education

High school diploma

Food handler certification

Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) Certification

Server experience

Tools

POS system

Cash handling

Job description

Description

As a Bartender at FARMSHOP, you will be responsible for crafting and serving a diverse range of beverages, including cocktails, wines, and beers, while providing exceptional hospitality to our guests. You will work closely with the Bar Manager and other team members to ensure a memorable and enjoyable experience for our guests. You may be asked to perform duties of a Server.

Requirements

• Prepare and serve a variety of beverages, including cocktails, wines, beers, and non-alcoholic drinks, according to FARMSHOP's standards and recipes.
• Welcome and engage guests at the bar, providing recommendations and information about our beverage offerings.
• Take accurate food and beverage orders, noting special requests and dietary restrictions.
• Collaborate with kitchen and bar staff for seamless service.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bar area, including stocking supplies, cleaning glassware, and disposing of waste.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the dining area, including clearing and resetting tables.
• Collaborate with the kitchen and serving staff to coordinate food and beverage orders and ensure timely service.
• Uphold FARMSHOP's standards of hospitality and professionalism, providing friendly and attentive service to all guests.
• Assist in maintaining inventory levels and ordering supplies as needed.
• Participate in training sessions and staff meetings as required.
• Monitor guest alcohol consumption and ensure responsible service, adhering to legal and company policies.
• Maintain customer privacy, behave with open-mindedness and cultural sensitivity.
• Implement quality assurance standards and provide accurate feedback.
• Patience and the ability to maintain a professional demeanor.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Enforce health and safety precautions.
• Follow all safety and state guidelines for preventing transmission of Covid-19 and other illnesses.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Mixology and extensive beverage knowledge, with the ability to craft creative and well-balanced drinks.
• Knowledge of current beverage trends.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
• Understanding of quality standards and health & safety regulations.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills, with strong sales skills.
• Inventory management and organizational skills.
• A team player with a positive attitude.
• Quick and flexible learner.
• Communication and collaboration skills.
• Flexibility and willingness to adapt to changes.
• Driven and self-motivated.
• Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to multitask and handle pressure in a high-paced, at times stressful, environment.
• Ability to frequently lift, move and/or push up to 35 pounds without assistance.
• Must be able to work indoors and outdoors as needed.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Extensive knowledge of cocktails, wines, beers, and other beverages, with the ability to craft creative and well-balanced drinks.
• Food handler certification is required.
• Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) Certification is required.
• Server Experience Needed

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time. The employee may frequently be required to stoop, kneel, and crouch for duration of shift (eight hours or longer). The employee will need to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move and/or push up to 35 pounds without assistance.

Qualifications:

Previous experience as a bartender in a high-volume fine dining restaurant or bar preferred.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a friendly and approachable demeanor.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be detail oriented, possess strong organizational and time management skills and the ability to multitask. Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekdays, weekends, holidays, and nights.

Work Environment:

This position is based in a restaurant setting and requires the employee to work both indoors (bar and dining room) and outdoors (patio or outdoor seating areas, as applicable), in varying temperatures and weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Authorization:

United States Citizen or Alien Authorized to work in the United States.

EEO Statement:

Farmshop is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting,