Bartender - South Norwalk

Sally’s Apizza; East Norwalk (CT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental Insurance

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Paid sick time

Referral program

Vision insurance

Job summary

Sally’s Apizza in Stamford, CT is seeking a bartender to deliver exceptional service and craft traditional and signature cocktails. You will guide guests through the Sally’s experience, keep the bar clean, and help manage inventory and payments.

The role emphasizes customer interaction, accuracy, and adherence to liquor regulations. Ideal candidates excel in fast-paced settings, communicate clearly in English, and can stand for long periods while lifting up to 25 lbs.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of liquor laws and responsible alcohol service.
• Proficient in traditional and signature cocktails.
• Ability to manage inventory and handle payments.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• English required; basic Spanish preferred.
• Physical ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 25 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional service following Sally’s Steps of Service.
• Greet guests and guide them through the experience.
• Mix traditional and signature cocktails.
• Maintain clean and sanitary bar area.
• Process payments and manage cash drawers.
• Assist with inventory and bar operations.

Job description

Job Description

As a bartender, you work directly with customers by mixing and serving drink orders. We’re looking for efficient individuals with exceptional customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional service at all times by following Sally’s Steps of Service.
• Greet guests warmly upon arrival and guide them through their Sally’s experience.
• Serve drinks while maintaining a clean and sanitary bar area.
• Mix traditional and signature/creative cocktails.
• Attend to the details and presentation of the bar program.
• Prepare and maintain ingredients and garnishes provided in recipes.
• Ensures smooth operation of bar services in the absence of management.
• Make suggestions based on customer tastes and preferences.
• Process payment from customers.
• Maintain responsibility for cash drawers assigned at the start of each shift.
• Complete any and all side work assigned in a timely manner.
• Manage inventory and bar operations.
• Coordinates daily supply inventory for bar and submits orders to supervisor; assists with receipt of deliveries.
• Assist in maintaining a clean and sanitary workplace.
• Adhere to proper alcohol handling, sanitation, and safety procedures, and maintain appropriate dating, labeling, and rotation of all beverage items.
• Comply with all food and beverage regulations, including verifying the identification and age requirements of customers.
• Verify identification and age requirements of customers.
• Contributes to daily, holiday, and theme drink menus in collaboration with a supervisor.
• Assists with orienting new employees.
• Participates in and/or contributes to programs, committees, or projects designed to improve quality of service and employee productivity.
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures and sanitation guidelines.

Job Requirements

• Technical Understanding
  • Knowledge of applicable liquor laws and regulations
  • Knowledge of mixology for traditional and creative/signature cocktails
  • Understanding of unique and complementary flavor pairings
  • Ability to enforce company policies regarding the consumption of alcohol.
  • Accountability in maintaining inventory and processing payments.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of and skill in the ability to operate standard beverage service equipment safely and effectively.
• Attention to Detail
  • Taking responsibility for a thorough and detailed method of working.
  • Impeccable customer service and social perceptiveness.
  • Ability to evaluate customer satisfaction and responsiveness.
• Organizational Awareness
  • Having and using knowledge of systems, situations, procedures, and culture inside the organization to identify potential problems and opportunities, perceiving the impact and the implications of decisions on other components of the organization.
• Oral Communication
  • Shaping and expressing ideas and information in an effective manner.
  • Builds on things that are already working well within the brand.
• Integrity
  • Upholding generally accepted social and ethical standards in job-related activities and behaviors.
• Language
  • English, Basic Spanish (preferred but not required)
• Experience
  • Eye for detail and understanding of drink-mixing tools and techniques.
• Work Environment
  • Ability to stand, walk, bend, for extended periods, and lift up to 25 lbs.
  • Knowledge of mixology for traditional and creative cocktails.

Salary & Benefits

• $25-$35, Depending on Experience
• Weekly Pay!
• Tipped Position

Benefits are available for full-time positions!

• Dental Insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Apply online or in person at 66 Summer Street Stamford CT, 06901!

Full Time, In-Person, Day, Evening & Weekend availability