Description

The Tryst Trading Company food group is looking for Bartenders to join our team of amazing individuals who share a genuine passion for creating and serving great food and drinks, and who enjoy working in a place that promotes a culture of building meaningful connections with our guests and amongst our staff.

The ideal candidate is personable, a good communicator, well organized, works well with others, and shares our Core Values, which are listed in the qualifications below. The Bartender duties include, but are not limited to:

• Greet and assist all guests as needed.

• Anticipate and respond quickly to all guest needs.

• Take guests beverage and food orders and collect payments.

• Have detailed knowledge of all food and beverage menu items including key ingredients, common allergens, and menu pairing suggestions.

• Sell alcoholic beverages in compliance with government regulations.

• Mix and pour alcoholic beverages for Server staff orders.

• Ensure guests and Servers receive their orders correctly and in a timely manner.

• Assist in running Server staff drinks.

• Pre-bus and bus the bar and bar section tables.

• Assist coworkers with bussing tables, food running, stocking supplies, and other tasks.

• Effectively use the company Bartender Comp Policy.

• Constantly maintain a clean and safe work environment.

• Perform assigned Running Sidework and Closing Sidework duties

• Assist Management with bar stock counts and inventory.

• Perform tasks or duties as directed by the Manager on Duty.

• Be mindful of, and follow good food safety practices.

• Ensure guests have an enjoyable experience from the moment they enter till the time they leave.

Benefits for Full-Time Employees include: Employer sponsored Med, Dental, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, and employer matching 401(k). All Employees enjoy: Transportation Allowances, Dining Perks, and Growth Opportunities. We encourage and foster internal promotion and career potential.

The Growth Path for a successful Bartender > Lead Server > FOH Restaurant Manager > AGM > GM > Central Management Positions.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years or older to mix and pour alcohol in DC.

• Strong oral communication skills in English are required.

• Must have at least 6 months Bartending experience.

• Adept at learning and memorizing - will be required to know menu items.

• High School degree preferred.

• Must be organized and able to multitask.

• Must be able to stand for long periods of time.

• Must work well under pressure.

• Must be able to lift 30 lbs.

• Must possess our Core Values of being unpretentious, fun at heart, passionate, mindful in the moment, and demonstrating an all-for-one-and-one-for-all attitude.

The Tryst Trading Company family of restaurants includes Tryst, The Diner, Open City, The Coupe, and Open City at the National Cathedral. The Tryst Trading Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We will extend equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, disability, age, genetic information, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws. Our policy reflects and affirms the Company's commitment to the principles of fair employment and the elimination of all discriminatory practices.