UNA Hospitality is a new Chicago-based restaurant group with a passion for developing concepts that combine culinary excellence and impeccable service with a sophisticated, high-energy atmosphere to create one-of-a-kind experiences.

We are seeking friendly, professional Bartenders to join our team. Our ideal candidate is organized, communicates efficiently and effectively with a diverse group of guests and teammates. This candidate is energetic, confident, and practices good time management skills. Our Bartenders must have a comprehensive knowledge of classic cocktails, the ability to work methodically in fast-paced environments, and engage guests with smart, viable, timely service. Our goal is to anticipate guests' needs and exceed their expectations. 

• Welcoming guests, listening to guests, assessing preferences, and making recommendations.
• Interacting with guests, presenting menus, and taking food & beverage orders.
• Checking identification to ensure guests are of legal age to purchase alcohol.
• Accurately enter orders into the point-of-sales system (POS).
• Preparing and serving cocktails to house standards, and/or guest preferences in a timely fashion.
• Staying guest focused and nurturing an excellent guest experience.
• Maintaining a tidy bar top and guest area.
• Maintaining a clean work area by removing trash, washing & polishing glassware, utensils, and equipment.
• Handling cash, gift cards, credit/debit card transactions, ensuring charges are accurate and returning correct change to patrons.
• Balancing the cash register.
• Reconciling daily checkouts with a manager.
• Complying with all State and local food & beverage safety regulations.
• Following standard operating procedures for opening and closing duties.
• Performing related duties as requested by leadership teams.

• Experience with hand crafted cocktail programs, including production of syrups and garnish preparation
• Impeccable service standards and attention to detail
• Ambitious, enthusiastic, and disciplined
• Good time management skills
• An appreciation and understanding of beer, wines, and spirits
• Ability to produce consistent cocktails in a fast-paced environment
• Possess a desire to exceed guests' expectations all while looking out for the businesses best interest
• Positive attitude and excellent communication skills
• Professional demeanor and polished appearance 
• Ability to speak English fluently and clearly
• Sense of urgency, quick and savvy
• Moves with grace and efficiency
• Natural leadership qualities
• Must be a team player
• Willingness to learn
• Punctual

• Must have at least 2 years of bartending experience in a systems-based, full-service, high-volume restaurant setting.
• Must have extensive food and beverage knowledge, as well as a strong awareness of Chicago’s restaurant scene.
• Proficiency in classic cocktail preparation and history.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Knowledge of a second language is a plus. 
• Basset Certification required.
• Food Handlers Certification required.