Experienced Bartender (Dinner)

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : $16-$17 + Tips

Jakes is a quaint, modern American restaurant located in the uptown design district of Palm Springs. The building is an old bungalow with a large courtyard. The restaurant offers seating in the outdoor courtyard, interior dining room, front patio as well as a side patio. With a hip vibe, Jakes feels like a fun dinner party with friends. Trusted by locals and visitors to return to time and time again. Please visit www.jakespalmsprings.com to learn more about our restaurant, hours, and menu.

We are currently seeking a highly experienced Bartender to join our friendly, fun, positive work environment.

We are looking for open availability to work Dinner shifts, as well as possible Brunch coverage during the weekends.

The start date for this position is Thursday, September 25th.

There will also be a mandatory all staff meeting / training on September 22nd at 9 : 00am

Our Bartenders are relied on to work together as a team to provide memorable, thoughtful experiences by engaging with ourguests, serving food & drinks with a smile, and anticipating the needs of each guestwho visits us. We encourage our team members to be well-rounded and willing to do whatever it takes to keepus running smoothly. Our Bartenders are highly experienced, must see that the highest quality standards are met for guest service, and must also work within the framework of a quality food and beverage service team.

Job Summary :

The Bartender oversees operations and job duties such as responding to inquiries and resolving issues or concerns. The Bartender has the primary objective of driving the vision for the company and customer standards. The Bartender is accountable for shaping and delivering the businesss production to drive the overall performance of the department. The Bartender balances company and customer demands with delivery and execution. The Bartender ensures that our products and services meet all necessary requirements before they reach the consumer. The Bartender oversees cost-effectiveness and productivity and provides company and customer demands that nurture continuous improvement. The Bartender is responsible for implementing quality assurance principles and practices throughout the company.

Duties / Responsibilities :

A team player with a positive attitude.

Quick and flexible learner.

Attention to detail.

Communication and collaboration skills.

Food handlers certification.

Working with foods and beverages.

Welcome and connect with every guest, providing friendly and personable service.

Follow health, safety, and sanitation guidelines.

Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bar area, including the seating area.

Learn and maintain knowledge of all our menus & products and demonstrate knowledge of dietary / allergy information and proper food handling.

Operate a POS register to complete customer transactions.

Prepare drinks according to recipe and customer requests.

Communicate with the kitchen to ensure all orders and requests are filled.

Monitor wine & liquor displays and restock inventory.

Handle varying levels of business volume with composure & a positive attitude.

Perform all opening and closing duties assigned by managers.

Manage direct reports.

Organize and review weekly progress.

Flexibility and willingness to adapt to changes.

Driven and self-motivated.

Maintain customer privacy and behave with open-mindedness and cultural sensitivity.

Contributes to long- and short-form integration proposals and topline concepts.

Oversee operational software and operations.

Support the team on all integrations and proposals.

Planning, designing, and executing projects.

Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability.

Implement quality assurance standards and provide accurate feedback.

Ensure performance, reliability, functionality, and compatibility are up to company standards.

Patience and the ability to maintain a professional demeanor.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Enforce health and safety precautions.

Follow all safety and state guidelines for preventing transmission of Covid-19 and other illnesses.

Required Skills / Abilities :

Knowledge of performance evaluation and budgetingconcepts.

Understanding of quality standards and health & safety regulations.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.

Excellent sales and customer service skills.

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Strong supervisory and leadership skills.

Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.

Ability to function well in a high-paced and, at times, stressful environment.

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe, Google Suite, or related software.

Ability to frequently lift, move, and / or push up to 50 pounds without assistance.

Ability to sit, walk, climb up and down stairs repeatedly for extended periods of time.

Constant standing and bending.

Tasks will be performed using and near coolers, stoves, and other hot equipment.

Education and Experience :

High school diploma or equivalent required.

At least three years of related experience is preferred.

Physical Requirements :

The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time. The employee may frequently be required to stoop, kneel, and crouch for the duration of the shift (eight hours or longer). The employee must use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and / or move and / or push up to 50 pounds without assistance.

Qualifications :

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed represent the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Must be detail-oriented, possess strong organizational and time management skills, and the ability to multitask. Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekdays, weekends, holidays, and nights.

Language Skills :

Ability to read and interpret documents such as e-mail communication, instant message communications, legal documents, license agreements, contracts, invoices, news articles, technical manuals, budgets, ledgers, purchase orders, financial, marketing, Inventory, shipping, and various reports. Ability to effectively present information, provide instructions, and thoroughly answer questions in English in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees of the organization.

Reasoning Ability and Computer Skills :

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. Ability to efficiently use inventory, ordering & computer systems or applications and Microsoft Office programs.

Work Environment :

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job in a typical office and warehouse environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Work Authorization :

United States Citizen or Alien Authorized to work in the United States.

EEO statement :

Jakes is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Jakes makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

Other Duties :

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of the activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.