Bartender

Major Food Group is hiring experienced Bartenders to join our team at Contessa!

Contessa, inspired by the old-world resorts and the lasting estates of Italy, features cuisine embodying the effortless elegance of the Trattorias of Northern Italy. Offering all-day dining with breakfast, lunch, brunch, dinner and perfectly crafted cocktails, the menus showcase a range of selections from imported salumi and house made fresh pasta to dry aged Chianina Beef.

As a valuable addition to our team, you must ensure that guests have a pleasant and memorable dining experience. The ideal candidates will be passionate and have a commanding knowledge about food, wine, and service in general. These individuals will be the key points of contact for guests throughout their dining experience. They must have the ability to work well with the team and provide the utmost level of hospitality to our guests.

 RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare alcohol or non-alcohol beverages for bar and restaurant patrons
• Interact with customers, take orders and serve snacks and drinks
• Assess customers’ needs and preferences and make recommendations
• Mix ingredients to prepare cocktails
• Plan and present bar menu
• Check customers’ identification and confirm it meets legal drinking age
• Restock and replenish bar inventory and supplies
• Stay guest focused and nurture an excellent guest experience
• Comply with all food and beverage regulations
• Greet guests in a timely manner and take orders
• Process cash and credit card transactions following appropriate procedures
• Maintain a safe and clean environment for guests and team
• Monthly liquor inventory
• Inventory variance analysis
• Order all liquor product
• Order bar sundries – ice, garnishes, bar mixers
• Inventory efficiency – ensure all product has application and purpose
• Invoice processing 
• Receive and stock liquor product 
• Liquor room - cleanliness and organization

 REQUIREMENTS:

• The position requires at least 3 years of experience in the desired job
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability to work on-site for assigned schedule including nights, weekends and holidays
• Ability to operate point-of-sales system accurately and efficiently
• Deep knowledge of spirits, classic cocktails, wine, beer and proper technique
• Proficient in computer skills including POS systems, Word and Excel.
• Experience in high-volume restaurants is a plus.

BENEFITS:

• Competitive Salary
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance with Company subsidy
• Growth Opportunities
• Progressive Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Generous Dining Allowance
• Unlimited Referral Program

Equal Employment Opportunity 

Major Food Group considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. Major Food Group is an equal opportunity employer.