Company:
Crooked Hammock Brewery
Location: Middletown
Closing Date: 27/10/2024
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Requirements / Description
Summary of Position: A Crooked Hammock Bartender is a friendly, cocktail and beer expert performing a live show daily! They are responsible for making our guests feel they have escaped to a perfect beach destination, and showing our guests how to "eat, drink, and be merry". The Bartender is a leader of our FOH staff and must be confident and knowledgeable. Must Enjoy the Ride!
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Be a guest recognition expert. Know our regulars by name.
- Be quick, attentive, approachable, and fun with everyone that walks through the door.
- Welcome and greet guests. Smile. Make eye contact. Make all our guests feel comfortable and let them know you're here to make them as relaxed as possible.
- Always be professional, while still maintaining a casual atmosphere.
- Know everything about our craft beer and all of our signature drinks.
- Provide a Tour of our Menus. Highlight features and suggest specific menu items
- Do not be "just" an order taker. Answer questions appropriately. Take orders accurately.
- Enter orders in our point-of-sale system quickly and accurately
- Be interesting. Be unique. Have fun.
- Monitor and observe guests' dining experience. Ensure guests are satisfied with the food and service. Respond promptly and courteously to any requests.
- Constantly maintain a clean bar and environment.
- Promote events and other service times
- Prepare final bill, present check to guest, accept payment, accurately process credit card charges or make change.
- Provide appropriate farewells to all guests.
- Be the hardest working member of the team & be a team player
- Perform more than your share of side work at the start and end of each shift.
- Clear and clean bar top once guest has finished.
- Be available to fill in as needed to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the restaurant as directed by the restaurant manager or immediate supervisor.
- Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks consistent with the Restaurant's standard drink recipes.
- Prepare garnishes for drinks
- Maintain bottles & glasses in an attractive and functional manner to support efficient drink preparation and promotion of beverages.
- Maintain cleanliness in all areas of the bar including counters, sinks, utensils, shelves and storage areas.
- Report all equipment problems and bar maintenance issues to restaurant manager.
- Assist the restocking and replenishment of bar inventory and supplies.
- Live the brand and be a brand ambassador; make decisions in the best interest of the business every time
- Must Enjoy the Ride!
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
- Have advanced knowledge of beer, wine and liquor and common drink recipes.
- Possess basic math skills and have the ability to handle money and operate a cash register.
- Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 6 hours).
- Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 40 pounds.
- Have at least one year of experience, preferably at a fast paced restaurant.
- Unlimited growth potential with salaried management opportunities
- Travel opportunities
- Team events & outings like our recent ski trip to the Poconos
- Local lifestyle perks like paddleboarding & kayaking discounts
- Employee appreciation events & seasonal parties
- Professional leadership development and continuous coaching, training, and mentorship
- Food, beverage & retail discounts
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Crooked Hammock Brewery