Bartender/Server - Haven Wine & Cheese

About Us:
Haven Wine & Cheese is a vibrant, community-driven wine & cheese shop, wine bar and kitchen that offers a cozy, inviting atmosphere where guests can enjoy carefully curated wines, delicious bites, and exceptional service. Were looking for experienced, energetic, and knowledgeable Bartenders/Servers who are passionate about hospitality and excited to contribute to an elevated guest experience. If you have a strong background in service and a love for wine, you might be the perfect fit for our team.

As a Bartender/Server at Haven, you'll be an integral part of the guest experience, ensuring that every customer enjoys their time at our wine bar. Youll be responsible for guiding guests through our menu, making wine recommendations, and delivering exceptional service in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will have experience in hospitality, an understanding of wine and wine service, and the ability to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere for all of our guests. We are a wine & beer license bar only.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide outstanding customer service by anticipating guests' needs and delivering a memorable experience.
• Take food and beverage orders, including offering wine pairings and recommendations based on guests preferences. 1-2 years of experience as a server, preferably in a wine bar, restaurant, or similar setting.
• Be knowledgeable about our wine offerings, including the ability to discuss wine characteristics, regions, and pairings.
• Work with the team to ensure a smooth flow of service during busy periods.
• Process payments and handle transactions accurately and efficiently, both for your tables and possible retail sales. We are a small business and our servers will need to fill in the gaps when needed.

Qualifications:


• Availability to work shifts/events in the evenings, on weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Positive, high-energy, and passionate about providing excellent service.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Eager to learn and grow in the hospitality business, especially with wine and food.
• A team player who loves contributing to a great guest experience and staying busy.
• Ability to stay upbeat and proactive, ensuring a fun and welcoming atmosphere.
• Help lift and carry trays of food and beverages, with the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Be on your feet for extended periods, walk, bend, stretch, reach, and stoop as needed to move wine boxes, retail merchandise, and other items.
• Able to work indoors & outdoors, including in the sun on our back patio.
• Food Handlers and RBS certification needed for both roles.

Why Haven?


• A dynamic and supportive team environment that fosters growth and development.
• Gain hands-on experience in the hospitality industry with plenty of room to learn and grow.
• Opportunities to deepen your knowledge of wine and the hospitality industry.
• A chance to be part of a community-focused, neighborhood destination that values great food, wine, and service.
• Competitive pay with the potential for performance-based incentives, including wine education.
• A culture that encourages learning, creativity, and contributing to a great guest experience.

Please send your resume or describe your experience.
We are also hiring host/runner positions.