Bartender

3 years

BARTENDER/SERVER

Winter's seeks a friendly, talented, mature, responsible industry professional with a genuine desire to deliver great guest experiences for this key position on our small, close-knit team.

We are passionate about what we do and we are looking for a like-minded, enthusiastic team player who is dedicated to their craft and who will share our aim of making Winter's the best Jazz club in Chicago.

This position will likely average 2-4 shifts/week. The position is as a bartender/server. We are seeking someone who will cross-train as a bartender and server and work at either position as needed. Consistent availability required and some Sunday availability strongly desired.

Were looking for an experienced and proven cocktail bartender/server who thrives on high-volume nights while remaining cool under pressure. Of course, preparing and serving great drinks quickly is only a portion of the role. We seek a team member who understands that he/she is an ambassador of the establishment, someone who truly enjoys the interaction of serving patrons who love Live Jazz. Because were such a small team, it is essential that we maintain a friendly and welcoming environment for guests and staff alike.

We offer a professional and enjoyable work environment where all associates are treated with respect and as valued members of the team -- and we expect all team members to treat each other likewise. Working at Winter's, you'll enjoy the benefits of catering to an upscale clientele in a great neighborhood, shorter shifts (usually 5-7 hours), light side work (we don't offer food), and, of course, the opportunity to enjoy listening to the best Live Jazz in Chicago while you work.

If you are looking to be a part of a special team that shares your commitment to providing exceptional service, we can't wait to learn more about you.

Responsibilities include:

• Interacting with customers, taking orders, and preparing and serving drinks.
• Assessing customer needs and preferences and making recommendations.
• Restocking and replenishing bar inventory and supplies.
• Staying guest-focused and nurturing an excellent guest experience.
• Keeping the bar organized, stocked, and clean.
• Accurately recording and entering all beverage items into the Square POS system
• Checking guest identification to avoid serving alcoholic beverages to underage guests

Our ideal candidate will possess:

• 3 years of Bartender experience; some high-volume is required
• Strong knowledge of wine, spirits, classic cocktails, and modern techniques is required
• Positive attitude and excellent communication skills
• Relevant training certificate; Basset-certified
• Ability to work a typical hospitality schedule to include weekends and holidays.
• Ability to work in a standing position for long periods of time.
• Ability to safely lift up to 25 pounds.

Compensation: Hourly ($11.02) plus tips

Can Lift Up to 50 Lbs

Customer Service Orientation

Interacting With Customers

Ability to work in a team environment

Bartending experience

Adaptability to Different Roles

Taking Orders

Time Management Skills

Beer Knowledge

Attention to Detail

Preparing and Serving Drinks

Problem Solving Skills

Knowledge of Wine, Spirits, Classic Cocktails, and Modern Techniques

Ability to Handle Stressful Situations

Assessing Customer Needs and Preferences

Strong interpersonal skills

Wine Service

Commitment to Quality Service

Making Recommendations

Ability to Multitask

Drink Preparation

Knowledge of Bar Management

Restocking and Replenishing Bar Inventory and Supplies

Ability to Engage With Diverse Clientele

Positive Attitude

Strong Work Ethic

Staying Guest Focused

Ability to Maintain Cleanliness and Organization

Recommendations for Customers

Willingness to Learn and Grow in the Role

Nurturing an Excellent Guest Experience

Cocktail Making

Keeping the Bar Organized, Stocked, and Clean

Inventory Management

Accurately Recording and Entering Beverage Items Into Pos System

Excellent Communication Skills

Cleanliness

Customer Service

POS System knowledge

Relevant training certificate

Alcohol Serving Laws Compliance

Ability to Safely Lift Up to 25 Pounds

POS Systems

Bartender Experience (3 Years)

Knowledge of Wine, Spirits, Cocktails

High Volume Experience

Basset Certified

Spirits Knowledge

Communication Skills

TIPS Certified

Background Check is Required

BASSET Certification

Ability to Work in a Standing Position for Long Periods of Time

Wine Knowledge

Ability to stand for long periods

Ability to Lift Up to 25 Pounds

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