What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bartender position at El Segundo Sol?
We’re hiring people to join our team as BARTENDERS!
PLEASE NOTE: All applicants for this role must be at least 21 years of age at the time of hire.
If you are under 21, we encourage you to apply for other open positions without this requirement.
A Few of Our Bartender Benefits:
- Restaurant Discounts
- Employee Assistance Program - Focusing on a Commitment to Mental Health & Wellness
- Paid Vacation for Qualifying Employees
- Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical Insurance
- Dental & Vision Insurance
- Life, Accident Protection & Critical Illness Insurance
- Domestic Partner Benefits
- 401(k)
El Segundo Sol offers a menu of authentic Mexican staples featuring tableside guacamole and signature tacos made from top‑quality ingredients. Located on the north end of the Las Vegas Strip, El Segundo Sol is a hip and lively restaurant that’s perfect for a night on the town. The frozen margaritas are rumored to be the best in Vegas, including traditional favorites as well as unique flavors. The delicious menu highlights include smaller Mexican bites like homemade tamales and traditional entrees such as fajita platters, enchiladas and carne asada.
Lettuce is a culinary-driven restaurant company with a genuine commitment to our people: we welcome unique perspectives and nurture diverse talents at over 90 locations, supported by our Culture of Caring. We proudly serve guests at more than 55 concepts ranging from fast casual to fine dining restaurants. If you’re ready to be a part of what we do next, then explore your possibilities at Lettuce and apply today!
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Bartenders are responsible for preparing beverages for guests according to recipe, as well as serving food for guests that dine in the bar area. Assists with Busser, Food Runner and Barista duties as directed. A friendly, accommodating demeanor, as well as an ability to multitask, are essential for success in this position.
Essential Functions
- Prepare and serve beverages to guests according to recipes
- Stock/restock appropriate areas of the bar with alcohol, glassware, ice and supplies
- Available to work a variety of hours, days and shifts, including weekends
- Effectively service a full bar top, cocktail station, and dining room orders
- Safely and effectively transport food or beverages to a table of three in a single trip
- Ability to safely tolerate hands being exposed to liquids frequently, including water, cleaning solutions, alcohol, various juices and other liquids
- Safely and effectively use and operate all necessary tools and equipment, including knives and blenders
- Ability to effectively communicate in order to perform and follow job requirements in written and spoken direction
- Ability to multitask calmly and effectively in a busy, stressful environment
- Work in a confined, crowded space of variable noise and temperature levels
- Able to move and lift up to 10 pounds, frequently move and/or lift up to 25 pounds, and occasionally move and/or lift up to 50 pounds
- Ability to stand and walk for an entire shift and move safely through all areas of the restaurant, which may include stairs, uneven or slick surfaces
Key Responsibilities and Duties
- Ensure the overall guest experience exceeds expectations and anticipate guests’ needs
- Greet guests with a warm, sincere smile
- Use tact and good judgement when dealing with guest challenges and respond to guest needs with patience and courtesy
- Safely and properly change beer kegs, CO2 tanks and soda dispensers
- Manually wash and sanitize glassware using a three compartment sink
- Account for and maintain the security of all bar stock and inventory
- Responsible for the security and reconciliation of the bar cash drawer
- Ability to recognize an intoxicated guest, refuse to overserve guests and seek out management with any concerns about a guest that appears intoxicated
- Accurately record and account for all items ordered, process payments, and account for and balance all sales/receipts in compliance with restaurant policies and procedures
- Understand and respond knowledgeably to questions about the restaurant and menu
- Use sales techniques and present and encourage current promotions to guests
- Follow all steps of service
- Understand and follow the food allergy procedure and special orders/restrictions
- Proficiency in the use and operation of all necessary tools and equipment, including the POS system and Frequent Diner, Gift Card and Credit Card terminals
- Comply with all safety and sanitation guidelines and procedures
- Successfully complete alcohol awareness training
- Follow all rules, policies, procedures and conditions of employment, including those outlined in the Employee Handbook
- Get along well with others and be a team player
- Other duties will be assigned as needed
Salary : $26 - $51