Full-Time Cocktail Bartender needed at Ajja, a James Beard-nominated restaurant

We are seeking an enthusiastic, experienced, guest-focused bartender to round out our bar team.

We have an exciting beverage menu, focused on wines from underrepresented regions and thoughtful craft cocktails that take inspiration from the Eastern Mediterranean pantry and local produce. Our bartenders are trained to prep homemade ingredients, make signature and classic cocktails, advise and serve dining guests.

Applicants must have late afternoon & evening availability Wednesday through Sunday

The starting hourly rate for this position is $8. We pool tips among the entire staff (service and kitchen), and offer daily staff meals and a supportive work environment. Further benefits including telehealth services and sick leave are available to all full-time employees after a 90-day introductory period. We encourage cross-training and welcome applicants interested in multiple roles, or wanting to diversify their skillset.

Job responsibilities include:

· Greeting, advising guests on menu items, taking orders accurately

· Prepping, stocking, maintaining and cleaning your work station

· Simultaneously serve guests, field any questions from the floor, and make drinks in a timely manner

· Have a deep knowledge of all ingredients, house-made products that go into our drinks

· Know our most common off-menu specs by heart.

· Be able to use proper techniques (stirring, shaking, pouring, etc) in a quick and efficient manner.

· Completing your duties while coordinating and communicating with your teammates and supervisor for smooth, efficient, and organized service.

· Completing assigned sidework, and working as a team to ensure procedures are followed

· Taking part in training sessions as and when required

Requirements:
· 2 years experience working as a bartender in an ingredient-driven restaurant or cocktail bar

· An open mind, great observation skills and a desire to learn!

· A positive attitude and ability to communicate clearly with co-workers and managers

· Be punctual, organized, clean, professional, and efficient without compromising quality

· Be tolerant, respectful of fellow team members and guests, and comply with company policies

· Be able to be on your feet for 8-9 hours, reach, bend, stoop and lift up to 40 pounds.

· Understand and adhere to hygiene standards and fine dining hospitality protocol

· Have a working vehicle and a clean driver's license

References will be checked before hiring.

Pay: $25.00 - $50.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

Shift:

• Evening shift

Application Question(s):

• How many years' experience bartending do you have?

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25 - $50