Restaurant Bartender

Thind Management; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in hospitality is on the lookout for a passionate bartender to join their fine dining team. This exciting role involves crafting exceptional beverage experiences and delivering outstanding service to guests. As a key member of the bar team, you will showcase your mixology skills, engage with patrons, and contribute to an unforgettable dining atmosphere. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a flair for creativity in drink preparation, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a company that values professional growth and offers a supportive team culture where your contributions truly matter.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a bartender in a fine dining or upscale restaurant.
• Extensive knowledge of mixology, wine, beer, and spirits.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve a wide range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
• Engage with guests, providing beverage suggestions and ensuring quality service.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bar area.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Time management skills

Knowledge of mixology

Customer service skills

Tools

POS system

Job description

Restaurant Bartender

Introduction

Welcome to Thind Management, a family-owned management company where we strive to provide exceptional service and unforgettable experiences to our guests at our properties. With a passion for hospitality and a commitment to teach, we at Thind Management strive to share our knowledge with team members to reach new heights. We live and breathe Thind’s motto “We’ll Take It from Here”. Our team of experienced leaders are dedicated to delivering the highest standards of training, providing tools, and ensuring professional growth of our team members.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated bartender in a fine dining restaurant who provides exceptional beverage service to guests, while creating a memorable and enjoyable dining experience. The bartender is responsible for preparing and serving a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, ensuring accuracy, quality, and adherence to the restaurant’s standards. They should possess a strong knowledge of mixology, wines, and spirits all while exhibiting excellent customer service skills.

Core Job Responsibilities & Duties

• Greets guests in a friendly and professional manner, engaging in conversation and offering beverage suggestions.
• Attend to guests’ needs promptly, ensuring exceptional service throughout their dining experience.
• Always maintain a professional and friendly attitude while attending to guests’ needs.
• Demonstrate a strong knowledge of the restaurant’s beverage offerings, including wines, beer selections, and specialty cocktails.
• Take drink orders from guests and accurately enter them into the POS system.
• Prepare and serve a wide range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, including cocktails, wines, beers, and spirits.
• Follow the recipes and techniques provided by the restaurant for consistent and high-quality drink preparation.
• Ensure proper garnishing, presentation, and glassware selection to enhance the visual appeal of beverages.
• Understand and apply mixology techniques to create unique and innovative cocktails.
• Provide detailed descriptions of beverages while giving recommendations and suggestions to guests based on their preferences and the restaurant’s offerings.
• Actively promote and upsell premium beverages, specialty cocktails, and wine pairings.
• Stay updated on current beverage trends, mixology techniques, and industry developments.
• Maintain a comprehensive understanding of the restaurant’s wine list, including varietals, regions, and food pairing.
• Continuously expand knowledge of spirits, liqueurs, and other alcoholic beverages.
• Maximize revenue by effectively managing pour costs, portion control, and minimizing waste.
• Monitor and manage inventory levels of beverages, ingredients, and supplies.
• Properly handle and store beverage stock, maintaining freshness, quality, and organization.
• Ensure bar area is clean, organized, and properly stocked at all times.
• Adhere to sanitary and safety regulations, maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards.
• Clean and polish glassware, bar utensils, and equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance tasks on bar equipment as required by restaurant standards.
• Provide guidance and training to other staff members on beverage knowledge and service techniques.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor and/or management.

Qualification Standards & Company Requirements

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven experience as a bartender in a fine dining or upscale restaurant.
• Extensive knowledge of mixology, wine, beer, and spirits.
• Must have a flexible work schedule.

*Please note that specific job requirements and responsibilities may vary depending on the company’s policies, size, and other factors.*