Upscale Bartender: Craft Cocktails & Career Growth

Benihana - Cupertino; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental & Vision

401(k) plan

Meal discounts

Paid time off

EAP

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Benihana - Cupertino is seeking a skilled Bartender to craft cocktails and deliver a premium bar experience in a high-energy, upscale setting.

You will engage guests, maintain expert knowledge of beverages, and input orders accurately into the POS system while adhering to all safety and alcohol guidelines. This full-time role requires availability nights, weekends, and holidays, with comprehensive benefits for eligible employees.

Qualifications

• Previous bartending experience in a high-volume, upscale bar or restaurant preferred.
• Strong knowledge of mixology, cocktails, wines, and craft beer.
• Ability to multitask, stay organized, and work efficiently under pressure.
• Excellent guest engagement and communication skills.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift trays or bar equipment as needed.
• Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Must follow all alcohol service guidelines and always represent Benihana professionally.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve signature cocktails, classic drinks, and non-alcoholic beverages to maintain THE ONE GROUP’s high-quality standards
• Maintain an expert-level knowledge of spirits, wines, beers, and cocktail recipes
• Engage with guests, providing menu recommendations and an interactive experience
• Process drink orders efficiently and accurately into the Point of Sale (POS) system
• Maintain proper cash handling procedures, including processing credit card transactions and making changes when necessary
• Set up, stock, and maintain an organized, clean bar before, during, and after shifts
• Garnish drinks, replenish snacks, and present beverages attractively and consistently
• Assist with food orders for guests seated at the bar and ensure timely delivery
• Comply with all health and safety regulations and maintain high sanitation standards
• Report maintenance or equipment issues to management
• Perform blind cash drops in the safe at the end of each shift
• Support the front-of-house team by helping with food running, bussing tables, and assisting hosts when needed

Skills

Mixology

Guest engagement

Multitasking

Customer service

Tools

POS system

Job description

Benihana - Cupertino is seeking a skilled Bartender to craft cocktails and deliver a premium bar experience in a high-energy, upscale setting.

You will engage guests, maintain expert knowledge of beverages, and input orders accurately into the POS system while adhering to all safety and alcohol guidelines. This full-time role requires availability nights, weekends, and holidays, with comprehensive benefits for eligible employees.