About Us:
Osteria Morini brings the soulful cuisine and convivial spirit of Emilia-Romagna in northern Italy to local vibrant neighborhoods. The menus at Osteria Morini center around the Northern Italian ingredients that have become hallmarks of Italian cuisine - balsamic, Parmigiano Reggiano, mortadella, and prosciutto, to name a few. Signature fresh pastas are made in house daily and featured alongside simply prepared grilled meats, seafood and salads. Desserts are simple and classic, like tiramisu or chocolate budino. Beverage is made up of a robust Italian wine and cocktail list.
This is a Part-time Position on Weekends.
What We're Looking For:
Osteria Morini operates as part of Altamarea Group, an award-winning, multiple Michelin Star, global hospitality firm with 12 restaurants worldwide. Altamarea Group, through its talented team of employees, creates special memories through exceptional hospitality, delivering the highest level of food and service across distinct brands and concepts We are seeking Part-time Bartenders, and prior relevant experience and a genuine desire to be part of a talented team and highly acclaimed restaurant. The candidate needs to be passionate, highly motivated, effective and hospitable in a fast-paced team environment.
Bartender Responsibilities include:
- Manage and assume full responsibility of each guest’s dining experience from start to finish with exceptional leadership and organizational skills
- Exhibit full knowledge of all food, wine, and spirits offered by the restaurant and combine that knowledge in combination with engaging sales mentality and techniques to guide guests through the menus as part of enhancing dining experience and driving revenue
- Engage with clients in a warm, friendly and vibrant manner, in line with Morini service and hospitality style
- Prepare all standard and specialty cocktails for the dining room and bar guests per Morini standards, as well as all espresso, coffee, and tea beverages
- Assist host team with greeting guests cordially and managing waits and congregation in bar areas
- Multitask between assisting guests, cleaning the bar, running food and drinks, performing wine service, maintaining water levels, and any other service / operational duties quickly, calmly and seamlessly
- Respond immediately to guests needs and requests, and promptly communicate any guest concerns with management, as well as assist in coordinating guest recovery efforts with management
- Process all guest orders through the POS system per Morini standards and ensure all food and beverage delivered promptly and accurately
- Present accurate guest checks and collect/process full payment for all food and beverage items sold
- Seek out guest preferences and convey such information to management and peers, in addition to building a new roster of regular guests by anticipating guest needs and providing engaging, memorable, and personalized service
- Report to work punctually as indicated on the schedule and in the correct, clean uniform, while adhering to personal hygiene standards
Requirements include:
- Strong background in Bartending in fine dining environments preferred.
- Exemplary knowledge of classic cocktails, wine and spirits with food pairing
- Adept with all restaurant technology (i.e., POS)
- Highly organized, efficient, and meticulous with attention-to-detail on all operational matters
- Ability to communicate openly and effectively with clients and management
- Ability to multi-task and perform in high-volume, high-intensity restaurant
- Demonstrate warm, friendly, high-energy personality with positive attitude and open-minded and team-oriented mindset
- Beverage/Food handler's card may be required according to local and/or state requirements
- Flexible schedule and open availability (full-time) to meet business needs
What We Offer
At Altamarea Group, we are committed to creating a supportive and professionally rewarding work environment for all of our team members. We are also pleased to offer the following benefits for our employees:
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits with wide range of coverage options for families (30 days from date of hire)
- Paid Time Off (progressive with tenure)
- Career Development and Growth Opportunities
- Employee Dining Discount at All Altamarea Group Restaurants
- 401(k) Plan (one year from date of hire)
Altamarea Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
