Event Bartender

Job Details

Major Food Group is hiring Event Bartenders to join our team at THE GRILL located at The Seagram Building!

THE GRILL is a historically based American chophouse set in midcentury New York. It takes great inspiration from history; both the time the Seagram Building was built and the restaurants that existed at that time. It is the precursor to the NY Steakhouse, when things were still intricate and elegant. It celebrates all the animals of the land and some of our favorites from the sea. There is extensive table side preparation and service. There is also extensive use of THE GRILL. It is the name of the restaurant, the style of restaurant, and the piece of equipment we use in the kitchen for many of our signature preparations.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare alcohol or non-alcohol beverages for bar and restaurant patrons
• Interact with customers, take orders and serve snacks and drinks
• Assess customers' needs and preferences and make recommendations
• Mix ingredients to prepare cocktails
• Plan and present bar menu
• Check customers' identification and confirm it meets legal drinking age
• Restock and replenish bar inventory and supplies
• Stay guest focused and nurture an excellent guest experience
• Comply with all food and beverage regulations
• Greet guests in a timely manner and take orders
• Process cash and credit card transactions following appropriate procedures
• Maintain a safe and clean environment for guests and team
• Monthly liquor inventory
• Inventory variance analysis
• Order all liquor product
• Order bar sundries - ice, garnishes, bar mixers
• Inventory efficiency - ensure all product has application and purpose
• Invoice processing
• Receive and stock liquor product
• Liquor room - cleanliness and organization

REQUIREMENTS:

• The position requires at least 3 years of experience in the desired job
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability to work on-site for assigned schedule including nights, weekends and holidays
• Ability to operate point-of-sales system accurately and efficiently

Equal Employment Opportunity

Major Food Group considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. Major Food Group is an equal opportunity employer.

Compensation Details

Compensation: Hourly ($40.00)

Required Skills

Can Lift Up to 50 Lbs

Customer Service Skills

Preparing Alcohol and Non Alcohol Beverages

Attention to Detail

Service Procedures

Time Management

Interacting With Customers and Taking Orders

Communication Skills

Beer Knowledge

Teamwork

Assessing Customers' Needs and Making Recommendations

Problem Solving Skills

Wine Service

Organizational Skills

Mixing Ingredients to Prepare Cocktails

Multitasking Abilities

Food and Beverage Pairing

Knowledge of Beverage Preparation

Presenting Bar Menu

Sales Skills

Glassware Knowledge

Adaptability

Checking Customers' Identification

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Cocktail Making

Knowledge of Food and Beverage Regulations

Restocking and Replenishing Bar Inventory

Inventory Management Skills

Spirits Knowledge

Ability to work in a fast paced environment

Compliance With Food and Beverage Regulations

Wine Knowledge

Processing Cash and Credit Card Transactions

Maintaining a Clean and Safe Environment for Guests

Inventory Management and Variance Analysis

Ordering Liquor Products and Bar Supplies

Invoice Processing

Receiving and Stocking Liquor Products

Organizing Liquor Room Cleanliness

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