Rate per hour: $3.63 + TIPS
About Us:
Crab Cab started as a 5-star food truck in 2013, and today we continue our legacy of serving up the freshest, most delicious crab cakes, soups, and seafood. We pride ourselves on offering a warm, family-friendly dining experience where each guest feels like they’ve come home. We’re seeking servers who are passionate about hospitality and delivering exceptional guest experiences.
Job Summary:
As a Bartender at Crab Cab, you will be responsible for crafting beverages, providing excellent customer service, and ensuring a warm and welcoming environment for our guests. Your role involves preparing drinks, making recommendations, maintaining a clean bar area, and ensuring guests have a memorable experience at the bar.
Core Responsibilities:
- Greet Guests: Welcome guests warmly at the bar and introduce them to our drink offerings.
- Craft Drinks: Prepare and serve drinks according to Crab Cab’s recipes and guest preferences, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
- Upsell and Recommend: Suggest cocktails, beers, and wines that complement our food menu, and offer premium options where appropriate.
- Manage Bar Orders: Handle drink orders from both bar guests and servers, ensuring timely and efficient service.
- Ensure Guest Satisfaction: Engage with guests, check back with them throughout their visit, and respond to any concerns or requests.
- Maintain a Clean and Organized Bar: Keep the bar area clean, fully stocked, and organized throughout your shift.
- Follow Safety Protocols: Check guest IDs and adhere to all alcohol safety regulations.
Requirements:
- Previous experience as a bartender in a full-service bar or restaurant.
- Excellent communication skills and a positive, friendly attitude.
- Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Knowledge of basic cocktails, beer, wine, and responsible alcohol service practices.
- Must be able to stand and move for long periods, and lift/carry supplies.
- Must be available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Guest Relations:
- Provide attentive, personalized service to bar guests, ensuring they feel welcome and cared for.
- Anticipate guest needs, offering refills, suggestions, and checking in regularly.
- Thank guests sincerely and ensure they leave with a positive impression of Crab Cab.
Teamwork and Communication:
- Work closely with fellow bartenders, servers, and kitchen staff to ensure smooth service.
- Communicate effectively and professionally with all team members to maintain a cohesive workflow.
- Physical Requirements:
- Ability to stand, walk, and move around the bar for the duration of your shift.
- Lift and carry up to 25 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds with assistance.
- Bend, twist, and move comfortably to serve drinks, restock, and clean the bar area.
Why Join Crab Cab?
- Flexible role with opportunities to work as a Busser, Food Runner, or Barback based on shift needs.
- A supportive, team-oriented environment.
- Competitive pay + tips.
- Opportunities for career growth and cross-training.
- Employee discounts on food.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $15.00 - $35.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
Shift:
Ability to Relocate:
- Capitol Heights, MD 20743: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
