JOB FAIR - Bartender, Longleaf Restaurant

Cooperation Fund; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlanta Botanical Garden seeks an experienced bartender for Longleaf Restaurant in Atlanta, GA. You will craft classic and innovative drinks, ensure excellent guest experiences, and maintain bar operations during dining service.

Requirements include 2+ years in a high-tier setting, 2+ years crafting cocktails, and a TIPS certification. Strong customer service, organization, and teamwork are essential to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years bartending in an upscale full-service restaurant.
• 2+ years crafting cocktails from scratch.
• Must have completed alcohol service training – TIPS certification.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team.
• Organized with strong math skills and attention to detail.
• Confident, professional interaction with guests.

Responsibilities

• Handle all preparation of bar products, mixing ingredients, and serving drinks.
• Maintain solid knowledge of bar items and offerings.
• Serve alcohol responsibly and verify identification.
• Clean and break down the bar area and store products properly.
• Respond quickly to changes in guest requests and workload.

Skills

Bartending

Craft cocktails

TIPS certification

Customer service

Mathematical skills

Team player

Flexible schedule

Job description

Location: Longleaf Restaurant - 1345 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta GA 30309

Position Summary

The bartender is enthusiastic and provides excellent guest experience by creating classic and innovative drinks exceeding guest needs and expectations during the dining experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle all preparation of bar products, mixing ingredients, and serving drinks
• Ensure solid product knowledge of all items being sold
• Serve alcoholic beverages responsibly, requests identification, and adhere to all alcohol service policies and procedures
• Perform clean up duties to maintain the quality appearance of the work area, including cleaning equipment
• Perform breakdown of all products and supplies that are pulled and return product to the appropriate storage location

Requirements

• 2+ year bartending experience in an upscale full-service restaurant including a full-service bar
• 2+ year experience mixing craft cocktails from scratch
• Must have completed alcohol service training – TIPS certification
• Must be able to work independently as well as in a team environment
• Ability to be organized
• Ability to respond quickly and effectively to change
• Attention to detail and excellent math skills
• Must be able to interact with the public in a confident and professional manner
• Demonstrate excellent listening and clear speaking skills
• Exceptional communications skills – communicating with guests to receive orders
• Must have access to reliable transportation and be able to report to work on a changing schedule, including weekends, evenings and holidays
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Physical Requirements

• Standing and walking 100% of the time
• Position occasionally requires the ability to lift up to 30 lbs
• Constant standing, walking, bending, reaching, and repetitive motions
• Must be able to work outside at times, including in the elements during all seasons

The above job duties and responsibilities describe the general nature and level of work for employees in this position, but this is not intended as an exclusive or all-inclusive inventory of all duties required of employees in this job.

It is the policy of the Atlanta Botanical Garden to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Atlanta Botanical Garden Core Values

• Conservation: We value natural resources and ecosystems, making choices with the long-term sustainability of our planet in mind
• Excellence: We hold ourselves to high standards and expect commitment from each other to contribute to a positive image and reputation for the Garden
• Inspiration: We inspire through the creation of an environment that supports imagination and expression of beauty, providing joy, delight, and a deeper appreciation of plants for everyone
• Integrity: We demonstrate honesty, transparency, accountability, trustworthiness, and ethical behavior, exercising good judgment in our actions and communication
• Respect: We value the diversity of our coworkers, volunteers, and guests, holding each other in the highest regard