Bartender/server - Tucson, United States - Taegukgi

Description

Are you passionate about creating exceptional guest experiences? Taegukgi Korean BBQ is seeking enthusiastic Bartenders to join our team. As a Bartender, you'll play a crucial role in providing outstanding service to our patrons.

If you're skilled at mixing drinks, knowledgeable about various liquors, and thrive in a fast-paced team environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Starting wage is $11.35/hr + Tip Pool.


Responsibilities:


Prepare Beverages:
Craft both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks for bar patrons, ensuring quality and presentation.

Customer Interaction:
Interact with customers, take orders, and serve snacks and beverages.

Recommendations:
Assess customers' preferences and make personalized drink recommendations.

Mixology:
Skillfully mix ingredients to create classic and innovative cocktails.

Compliance:
Verify customers' identification to ensure legal drinking age compliance.

Inventory Management:
Restock and replenish bar inventory and supplies.

Guest Experience:
Maintain a guest-focused approach, nurturing an excellent experience.

Hygiene and Organization:
Keep the bar area clean, organized, and well-stocked.

Professional Appearance:
Report to work in a neat uniform with well-groomed hair and personal hygiene.

Customer Service:
Address customer service issues promptly and refer customers to management when necessary.

Order Accuracy:
Accurately take guests' drink and food orders, entering them into the POS system.

Team Collaboration:
Collaborate with servers to ensure efficient service throughout the restaurant.


Requirements:


Experience:
Resume and proven working experience as a Bartender.

Mixology Skills:
Excellent knowledge of mixing, garnishing, and serving drinks.

Tech-Savvy:
Comfortable using Toast POS & Toast Handhelds.

Language Skills:
Knowledge of a second language is a plus.

Positive Attitude:
Maintain a positive demeanor and excellent communication skills.


Competencies:


Self-Discipline and Initiative:
Demonstrate self-discipline and take initiative in performing tasks efficiently.

Outgoing and Pleasant Manner:
Interact with customers in a friendly and polite manner.

Team Motivation:
Encourage fellow co-workers to collaborate as a team, ensuring exceptional food and service quality.

Pressure Handling:
Manage the demands of turning tables promptly while assisting with other responsibilities.

Effective Communication:
Communicate effectively with a diverse customer base.

Multitasking:
Juggle multiple tasks, including taking food and beverage orders while assisting new customers.

Qualification Assessment:
Evaluate the relevance of applicants' experience and qualifications.


Responsibilities:


Communication with Management:
Keep management informed of significant issues, both positive and negative.

Timely Completion of Responsibilities:
Fulfill job responsibilities and performance objectives according to Taegukgi policies.

Positive Work Environment:
Foster a cooperative and harmonious workplace, promoting employee morale and productivity.

Positive Representation:
Always present a favorable image of Taegukgi.

Additional Duties:
Perform other necessary duties as required or requested.

Flexible Hours:
Be available for varying work hours (typical work week = 15-30 hours).


Work Environment:

Work in a loud and fast-paced restaurant environment.

Close Collaboration:
Collaborate closely with fellow employees.

365-Day Operation: The restaurant operates year-round and serves alcoholic beverages.


Physical Demands:

As a bartender, you'll encounter various physical demands while performing your essential job functions. These demands are crucial for ensuring efficient service and maintaining a positive guest experience.

Here are the key physical requirements:

Standing and Walking:
Bartenders spend extended periods standing and walking during their shifts. You'll move between the bar area, tables, and service stations, so stamina is essential.

Reaching:
You'll frequently reach for ingredients, glassware, and utensils. Agility and flexibility are necessary.

Bending:
Bartenders often bend to access low shelves, clean equipment, or retrieve items from under the bar.

Lifting and Carrying:
Expect to lift and carry cases of liquor, beer, and other supplies. Some items may weigh up to 50 pounds.


Stationary Tasks:
While you'll be on your feet most of the time, there are moments when you'll remain stationary. For example, when preparing drinks or interacting with guests at the bar.


Hygiene Practices:
Frequent handwashing is essential to maintain cleanliness and food safety standards.


Hearing and Communication:
Bartenders need good hearing to understand customer orders and communicate effectively with colleagues and guests.

Clear verbal communication is crucial for taking orders and providing excellent service.


Visual Acuity:
Bartenders must have both close and distance vision. Adjusting focus between different distances is comm