LEAD BARTENDER (FULL TIME)

Bon Appétit Management Company; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Internal Employee Referral Bonus Avail

Job summary

Bon Appétit Management Company in Chicago is hiring immediately for a full-time Lead Bartender at the Obama Presidential Center, 6001 South Stony Island Avenue. Weekend and night availability is required; online applications accepted only.

The role involves preparing and serving beverages in the bar area, setting up bars, stocking supplies, greeting guests, and ensuring compliance with liquor laws. Prior bartending or catering experience is required.

Qualifications

• Previous bartending, customer service, catering, or banquet experience is required.
• Ability to adhere to all state and federal liquor regulations.
• Weekend and night availability may be required.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to liquor regulations regarding minors and intoxicated guests.
• Sets up bars and stocks beer, wine, spirits, and bar supplies.
• Maintains garnishes and stock to ensure product quality.
• Greets guests and takes drink orders; portions drinks according to recipes.
• Checks IDs and ensures responsible service.
• Performs cleaning tasks and maintains a tidy bar area.

Skills

Bartending experience

Customer service

Catering

Banquet experience

Job description

• We are hiring immediately for full time LEAD BARTENDER positions.
• Location: Obama Presidential Center - 6001 South Stony Island Avenue, Chicago, IL 60637. Note: online applications accepted only.
• Schedule: Full time; Days and hours may vary. Weekend and night availability is required. More details upon interview.
• Requirement: Previous bartending, customer service, catering, or banquet experience is required.
• Fixed Pay Rate: $28.00 to $28.00 per hour.
• Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available

Bon Appetit

Diversity of thought and inclusion for all is what drives our success - we invite you to start your journey with us today!

Are you looking for a job with competitive wages and benefits, one in which you can learn and grow while making a difference in the world? We’re hiring! Bon Appétit Management Company operates more than 1,000 cafés around the country for corporations, universities, and museums, as well as a few dozen public restaurants. We’ve led the industry in socially and environmentally responsible sourcing, from sustainable seafood to cage-free eggs. We cook everything from scratch using fresh, local ingredients.

Learn more about careers with Bon Appétit: http://www.bamco.com/careers/

Job Summary

Summary

Prepares and serves beverages to guests in bar area in a friendly, courteous and timely manner.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Adheres to state, federal and corporate liquor regulations pertaining to serving alcoholic beverages to minors and intoxicated guests.
• Sets up assigned bars; requisitions and stocks all beer, wine, spirits, paper products, straws and stirrers, condiments, glassware, ice and produce.
• Maintains stock, prepares, cures and stores all fresh fruit and vegetable garnishes, juices and other perishables to ensure product quality.
• Greets guests in a courteous, friendly manner.
• Takes and/or processes orders for drinks; mixes, garnishes and presents drinks using standard ingredient recipes; practices prudent portion control.
• Checks guests at the bar for proper identification.
• Detects and acts upon guest inebriation as trained. Demonstrates knowledge of liquor laws.
• Receives cash from guests, makes change, verifies validity of charges, records charges and ensures vouchers are properly executed.
• Locks up and stores all beverage product, food, equipment items, deposits and cash drops; secures bank.
• Performs general cleaning tasks to adhere to health and safety standards; keeps work area clean and organized.
• Arranges bottles and glasses to maintain an attractive display in the bar area.
• Washes and sterilizes stemware.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Associates at Bon Appétit are offered many fantastic benefits

Full-time and part-time positions offer the following benefits to associates

• Retirement Plan
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Legal Services
• Choice Auto and Home Program

Full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/AD
• Disability Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information. https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_BAMCO.pdf

About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Bon Appetit maintains a drug-free workplace.