Bartender

Overview

Who We Are:

At the heart of our endeavor lies a commitment to honesty and integrity, reflected not only in the sourcing of our ingredients but also in the warm, genuine service provided by our team. We are dedicated to creating memorable dining experiences that celebrate the essence of India’s food culture. We unite people through the celebration of a remarkable cuisine, fostering genuine human connections over a shared love for soulful food, wine and spirits.

We seek colleagues and leaders who embody:
Respect, Right Intentions, Integrity, Inclusivity, Professionalism, Authenticity, Empathy. We seek colleagues and leaders who act based on:
Critical Thinking, Congruent Communication, Unwavering Standards, Curiosity.

Job Title:

Bartender

Department: FOH

Position Status:
Part-Time

Classification:
Non-Exempt

Reports To:

Bar Manager, General Manager, AGM

The Bartender works closely with Barbacks to provide exceptional drink and food service to bar and restaurant guests. This position has a range of responsibilities including guest service, barback training, cocktail batching, mixing and serving, ingredient production, cleaning and organization. This job description reflects the general level and nature of the job. It is not intended to be all inclusive. This is not an entry level role.

Applicants are expected to have at least one year of bartending experience with craft cocktails.

• Extend a genuine welcome and good-bye to all Ettan + Copra + Eylan guests;
• Work with a team mentality, looking out for the best interest of the whole team
• Oversee and assist with Barback duties/responsibilities;
• Set up and breakdown of bar;
• Follow cocktail batch recipes from Ettan + Copra + Eylan bar binder;
• Reconcile cash drawer at opening and closing; oversee cash handling;
• Track juice pars and log juice production needs;
• Execute opening bar prep;
• In depth knowledge of Ettan + Copra + Eylan's beer, wine, cocktails, and spirits;
• In depth knowledge of food menu; able to answer guest questions and describe dishes; awareness of dishes with potential allergens
• Working POS knowledge: starting tabs, closing out and transferring checks; input orders; course and modify food appropriately;
• Process credit card, cash and gift card payments;
• Know all table and seat numbers based on seating floor map
• Communicate with management about any disappointed guest experiences or special praise for their Ettan + Copra + Eylan experience
• Maintain awareness of the status of the restaurant as a whole during service to optimize collaboration and flow of service

• Train new staff
• Proficient knowledge of reservation & seating policy, table & seat numbers
• Participate in daily lineup discussions
• Have a keen eye on and take action to ensure the cleanliness and orderliness of the service areas and restaurant in general

• Must be authorized to work in the United States
• Current Food Handler, RBS and Unlawful Harassment training certificates
• Ability to effectively communicate with and mentor staff
• Ability to effectively communicate with staff in both front of house and back of house
• Ability to maintain calm and focus under pressure
• Clear sense of time management skills before, during, and after service
• Solid foundation of spirit, cocktail, beer & wine knowledge - a willingness to deepen knowledge in each of these categories
• Approach tasks with a sense of urgency
• Speak with respect and professionalism
• Arrive on time
• Ability to maintain an even temperament under pressure

• Good time management and ability to multitask
• High level of spirits and cocktail preparation knowledge
• Experience in a Michelin rated or James Beard nominated restaurant
• Experience in high volume high performance restaurant environments
• WSET 1 or 2 certified

The physical requirements listed are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Stand stationary in the bar throughout the shift for periods of time (up to 8 hours per day, 3-4 days per week)
• Continuous physical activity including walking, standing, twisting, sitting, bending, lifting, reaching, kneeling, stooping, crawling, wiping, climbing, pushing and pulling items weighing 50 pounds for distances of up to 20 ft. up and down stairs;
• Stand and move throughout the bar and restaurant
• Interpret and follow a variety of instructions and procedures furnished in written and oral formats
• Work under pressure with changing, ambiguous priorities
• Auditory and visual skills – Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
• Ability to work additional hours or shifts occasionally at the last minute.
• Ability to perform moderately strenuous…