What are the responsibilities and job description for the Waitstaff/Bartender position at Compass Cafe & Store?
Overview
Join our dynamic hospitality team as Waitstaff/Bartender, where your energy and expertise will create memorable experiences for our guests. In this role, you will serve expertly crafted beverages, provide exceptional customer service, and contribute to a lively, welcoming atmosphere. Your passion for mixology and beverage innovation will help elevate our bar offerings and ensure every guest leaves satisfied and eager to return. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to showcase your skills in a fast-paced, vibrant environment dedicated to hospitality excellence.
Duties
- Greeting and seating customers
- Taking food and beverage orders and accurately entering them into the ordering system
- Making menu item recommendations
- Communicating any food allergy or special nutrition needs to kitchen staff
- Ensuring all orders are filled quickly and accurately and that food is high quality
- Providing attentive service to diners, like refilling drinks as needed and checking their needs during meals
- Promptly addressing any customer service issues and referring to management if and when necessary
- Performing some cleaning duties, such as at the service station, around the kitchen and in the dining area
- Proven experience in food service or hospitality industry roles, especially in fine dining or bar management settings
- Prepare and serve a variety of beverages including cocktails, wine, craft beers, and non-alcoholic options with precision and flair
- Engage with guests in a friendly, energetic manner to enhance their overall experience
- Manage cash transactions accurately using POS systems, ensuring proper processing of payments
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bar area in compliance with food safety standards and sanitation protocols
- Develop new beverage recipes and contribute to menu updates based on current trends and guest preferences
- Restock bar supplies efficiently while monitoring inventory levels to prevent shortages
- Collaborate with kitchen staff and management to coordinate food service during busy hours or special events such as banquets or catering functions
- Uphold responsible alcohol service practices by verifying guest age, monitoring consumption, and preventing over-serving
Qualifications
- Strong knowledge of mixology, spirits, wine varieties, craft beer brewing processes, and beverage recipe development
- Familiarity with POS systems for processing transactions smoothly
- Excellent time management skills to handle multiple orders efficiently during peak hours
- Demonstrated customer service skills with the ability to create a welcoming atmosphere for diverse guests
- Food safety certification and knowledge of proper food handling procedures required
- Previous banquet or catering experience is a plus, along with retail math skills for inventory control and cash handling proficiency
- Ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and special event days
Join us as a Waitstaff/Bartender where your enthusiasm for hospitality will shine! Bring your expertise in beverage crafting, customer engagement, and efficient service to deliver unforgettable experiences that keep guests coming back. We value energetic team players committed to excellence in every pour!
Pay: $6.00 - $8.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
Work Location: In person
Salary : $6 - $8