The Drifter Chicago seeks one driven and focused individual to join our cocktail team as a Server & Host. Weekend and late night availability a must. Open Wednesday through Saturday, we are looking to fill 2-3 shifts a week.
The Drifter is a lively speakeasy cocktail bar in the heart of River North, Chicago. We offer a rotating list of cocktails that are described on custom tarot cards. Each night, we offer a unique menu and live entertainment.
Steps to apply:
Send your resume via Culinary Agents or directly to [email protected]
Schedule a working interview to showcase your skills
Requirements:
- A genuine passion for warm hospitality and craft cocktails
- Ablity to build and maintain respectful relationships with coworkers and guests.
- Ability to clearly communicate our concept and vision to our guests
- Detail-oriented and able to work in a fast-paced environment without sacrificing quality of service
- A strong knowledge of spirits, classic cocktails, beer and wine, and a willingness to learn
- An openness to coaching toward our personal brand
- A means of travel appropriate for ensuring timely arrival to scheduled shifts
- Willingness to rotate stations with the existing team and fill in where best suited
- Have a willingness to roll up your sleeves: no job is too small, we work as a team!
- and finally, an outgoing personality. You'll be talking to hundreds of guests a week!
Physical Requirements:
- A minimum of 1 year cocktail serving experience
- Ability to lift, push, pull, and move up to 35 lbs
- Ability to work on your feet for up to 12 hours (allowing for breaks)
- Ability to walk up and down stairs frequently throughout a shift
- A functional knowledge of any POS system (Upserve preferred)
- A functional knowledge of basic cash handling procedures
Compensations:
Tipped hourly minimum wage, to start
Pooled house tips
