Bartender-Kindling

  • Kindling: Downtown Cookout & Cocktails
  • Chicago, Illinois
  • Full Time
Required Years of Experience

2 years

Job Details

A Bartender at Kindling will be in charge of their section behind the bar as well as on the floor. Pouring beer, wine, mixing cocktails and creating a lively environment for their Guests. Candidates will be responsible for building a culture based around Teamwork, Execution and Hospitality and will be participating in all day-to-day operations. We are looking for passionate industry professionals.

Essential Functions:

  • Should have in depth knowledge of food, wine, beer and liquor
  • Able to communicate positively and efficiently
  • Must be respectful and remain calm under pressure
  • Organized, efficient and able to maintain a clean work environment
  • Must have a great sense of hospitality and understand how it impacts on our business

Other Functions:

  • Be available to fill in as needed to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the restaurant as directed by the restaurant Manager or immediate supervisor
  • Complying with health and food safety standards, restocking items and cleaning
  • Operating the cash register, answering the phone, providing great Guest service and following Fifty/50 Restaurant Group policies & procedures

Physical Functions:

  • Ability to stand/walk a minimum of 8 hours or as needed
  • Must be able to exert well-paced and frequent mobility for periods of up to 8 hours or as needed
  • Be able to lift up to 30+ pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds on occasion
  • Will frequently reach, bend, stoop, carry, use stairs, finely manipulate and key in data
  • Work in both warm and cool environments
  • High levels of noise from music, Guest and Employee traffic
  • Must be able to tolerate potential allergens: peanut products, egg, dairy, gluten, soy, seafood and shellfish
Compensation Details

Compensation: Salary/Hourly (Based on Experience)

Required Skills

In Depth Knowledge of Food, Wine, Beer, and Liquor

Effective Communication

Ability to Remain Calm Under Pressure

Organization and Efficiency

Maintaining a clean work environment

Compliance With Health and Food Safety Standards

Operating a Cash Register

Providing Great Guest Service

Following Company Policies and Procedures

Physical Stamina and Ability to Stand/Walk for Long Periods

Lifting and carrying heavy items

Bending, Stooping, Reaching, and Fine Manipulation

Working in Varying Temperature Environments

Tolerance of Potential Allergens

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Job ID: 479933577
Originally Posted on: 6/5/2025

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