Experienced Bartender (Upscale Experience Required)

The Charles Restaurant and Bar • Full-time • La Plata, MD 20646 • 1d ago

The Charles Restaurant & Bar provides a seasonally inspired menu featuring the highest quality foods and beverage selection. We source from local farmers and growers across southern Maryland to deliver innovative plates to curious foodies, friends and our community. We focus on great food, service, craft cocktails and iconic spirits and drinks, and we aim to be a positive influence in the community.

We are looking for an experienced bartender with a friendly and professional demeanor, a focus on providing exceptional service, and strong experience with classic and craft cocktails. Upscale or fine dining experience required.

Bartender Duties and Responsibilities:

Full time availability required (availability to work days, nights, weekends and holidays)
Maintain professional appearance standards as directed by The Charles
Anticipate and accommodate the needs of the guests; provide skilled and outstanding service
Welcome guests, observe and listen to guests to determine beverage preferences, make recommendations, and take drink orders
Learn and perfect recipes to ensure quality and consistency
Check identification to ensure customers are the legal age to purchase alcohol
Adhere to all food safety and quality regulations
Handle cash, credit, and debit card transactions, ensuring charges are accurate and returning correct change to patrons, balancing the cash register
Maintain a clean work and dining area
Ensure dependable delivery of all food and beverage to the guests
Follow restaurant policies including management directives, communicate with and support co-workers as a team player
Possess in-depth knowledge of all food and beverage menus and the company
Thoroughly complete all pre and end-of-shift procedures including side work
Attend and participate in trainings and meetings
Learn by listening and observing and sharing knowledge while leading by example
Portray a positive attitude
Maintain professionalism and poise in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment

Skills and Requirements:

Minimum 3 years upscale or fine dining restaurant bartending experience required
Craft cocktail experience required
Meets state minimum age to serve alcohol
Ability to thrive in a fast paced environment and stay calm under pressure
Ability to work individually and as part of a team
Strong attention to detail, cleanliness and adherence to safety protocols
Patience and a customer-oriented approach; Positive, engaging, and professional with exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
Conscientious, honest, respectful
A problem solver with strong task and time management abilities
Additional education, training, certificates, or experience is a plus

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $3.63 per hour

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