The Bartender/Server at Empire State Jazz Cafe is responsible for selling, preparing and serving mixed beverages, wine and food. Duties include preparing and serving beverages, overseeing bar maintenance, making menu suggestions, delivering food and drinks, describing the dishes to guests, recommending wine selections, monitoring guest satisfaction, and managing inventory. Must be pleasant, thoughtful, and professional with an extensive knowledge of bartending, product, and alcoholic beverage selections. Must be able to operate effectively as part of a team, communicate clearly, and ensure smooth service operations and quality service.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• 3-4 years of being a bartending experience. Knowledge of service and food and beverage, generally involving at least 2 years of dining room experience and thorough knowledge of dining, service procedures, and functions.
• Cleanliness, organization, and the ability to work well in a team situation are crucial to this position.
• Extensive Food and Wine knowledge
• Must be minimum age to serve alcohol.
• High school or equivalent education required.
• Applicants must possess a strong dedication toward learning, and motivation to progress in a fine dining environment.
• Possess excellent basic math skills and have the ability to operate a cash register POS system and Microsoft based computer systems.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite of products and strong financial acumen.
• Must be impeccably groomed, maintain good hygiene, good posture, and have required uniform and tools.
• Responsive to constructive feedback from Chefs and Managers.

Paying Hourly Tips

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $5.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

Restaurant type:

• Bar
• Café
• Upscale casual restaurant

Shift:

• Evening shift
• Night shift

Weekly day range:

• Every weekend
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• bartending: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• TABC (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Houston, TX 77042: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person