Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

The Bartender at KYU plays a pivotal role in delivering exceptional beverage service and ensuring a seamless bar experience. The Bartender is adept at crafting a wide range of cocktails, managing bar inventory, and creating a welcoming atmosphere for guests. Bartenders at KYU are skilled in beverage preparation, customer interaction, and maintaining a clean and organized bar area, all while upholding the restaurant’s high standards of quality and service.

Responsibilities:

• Crafting and serving a variety of cocktails and beverages according to KYU’s recipes and standards.
• Providing excellent customer service and creating a positive guest experience.
• Managing and maintaining bar inventory, including ordering and stocking supplies.
• Ensuring the bar area is clean, organized, and in compliance with health and safety standards.
• Handling cash and processing transactions accurately.
• Engaging with guests to understand their preferences and offer recommendations.
• Collaborating with bar and kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations and timely service.
• Assisting in training and mentoring junior bartenders and bar staff.
• Monitoring and managing the quality and consistency of beverages served.
• Adhering to all relevant alcohol service laws and regulations.
• Maintaining a professional and positive attitude in a fast-paced environment.

Skills and Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent qualification.
• Certificate in Mixology, Culinary Arts, or related experience preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of bartending experience in a high-volume environment.
• Extensive knowledge of cocktail recipes, spirits, and bar equipment.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong multitasking and organizational abilities.
• Ability to work efficiently both independently and as part of a team.
• Experience in fine dining or upscale bars preferred.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Motivated, self-directed, and dedicated to professional growth.
• Excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
• A proactive and positive attitude.

Benefits include:

• Medical insurance.
• Dental and vision insurance options.
• Paid time off.
• Employee dining discounts.

Physical Aspects of the Bartender Role:

• Able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Able to stand and walk for extended periods of time.

KYU provides the following inclusive hiring information: We are an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.

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