Bartender

Chama Mama - Brooklyn Heights
Brooklyn, New York
Full Time

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Required Years of Experience

2 years

Job Details

About Chama Mama:

Chama mama is a collection of cozy family restaurants that pays tribute to the Georgian culture and way of life. Our menu is reflective of the diverse influences that have shaped the Georgian nation and is informed by the home-made traditions of an authentically artisanal culture. We proudly subscribe to that most quintessential Georgian proverb: "a guest is a gift from God" and view hospitality as a vocation - not as an industry. We aim to surprise and delight, to connect and enlighten. After all, it's the Georgian way.

General Overview:

Bartenders are responsible for providing warm hospitality and knowledgeable service to all guests. Bartenders prepare, mix, and serve consistently excellent beverages to guests either directly or through serving staff, following all standard operating procedures and recipes. They will work to provide impeccable hospitality to each of our guests, working specifically with each individuals needs to curate the best experience possible.

General Duties & Responsibilities:

Greet guests warmly and take drink orders.
Prepare and serve a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to established recipes.
Maintain a strong knowledge of the beverage menu, including spirits, beers, wines, and cocktails.
Provide recommendations and use suggestive selling techniques to enhance the guest experience.
Keep the bar area clean, organized, and stocked with necessary supplies.
Monitor and manage inventory levels, placing orders for replenishments as needed.
Process payments accurately and keep track of customer tabs.
Verify customers' age to comply with legal drinking requirements.
Ensure responsible alcohol service and adhere to liquor laws and safety standards.
Coordinate with servers and kitchen staff to ensure seamless service.
Handle difficult situations professionally, including dealing with intoxicated or underage guests.
Maintain and clean bar equipment, report malfunctions to management.

Qualifications:

Legal age to serve alcohol
Alcohol Training Awareness Program (ATAP) certification
Food Protection Certificate (if required)
Bartending skills and experience
Physical ability to stand and lift heavy items
Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
Physical ability to stand and lift up to 50 pounds

Chama Mama is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants, regardless of race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected status under local, state, or federal law. This policy extends to all aspects of employment, including hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, eligibility for benefits, and termination. Compensation Details

Compensation: Hourly ($16.50)

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Dining Discounts

Required Skills

Ability to Provide Warm Hospitality

Attention to Detail

Strong Communication Skills

Strong Knowledge of the Beverage Menu

Ability to work in a fast paced environment

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Ability to Make Recommendations and Use Suggestive Selling Techniques

Effective Communication Skills

Organizational Skills for Maintaining a Clean and Stocked Bar Area