Bartender

Lazy Bear is a unique, seasonal fine dining restaurant. We’re looking for professionals seeking to elevate their hospitality skills in a vibrant, fine-dining setting. We will deepen your connection to food and the essence of service, while letting you express your big personality and have the most fun you could possibly have in a Michelin-level job.

Our cocktail program is seasonally driven and influenced by culinary techniques.  Lazy Bear is a great opportunity to learn and execute new techniques behind the bar, as well as hone your skills in hospitality.

Qualifications:

• 2 year previous bartending experience in restaurant/hospitality/entertainment in bar service 
• Knowledge of food & beverage preparation and service
• Spirit and classic cocktail knowledge a must, and the eagerness to learn more
• Strong understanding of restaurant industry systems, policies and procedures
• Comprehensive knowledge of standard fine dining protocol, but with our unique sense of friendly hospitality
• Great attention to detail
• Ability to multitask and be team oriented
• Resourceful, clean & organized working habits with attention to detail. Knowledge of mise en place
• Professional demeanor and appearance  
• Flexible with varying schedules to reflect the business needs
• Ability to remain calm in fast-paced, high-pressure situations
• Excellent communication skills
• Must be able to fluently speak/read/write English
• Food Handler’s Certification
• RBS Certification

Concept of Bar Program:

• To mirror the kitchen’s use of seasonal ingredients in the N/A and Cocktail program.
• To work closely with the Beverage Director on new and upcoming pairings, offerings.
• Work closely with the morning prep crew to process seasonal ingredients.
• Cocktails are classics, with twists via the seasonal produce.
• Continue to help source unique old & rare spirits.
• Maintain proper barware.

Benefits:

• Subsidized health and optional vision and dental effective first month after your hire date.
• 401(k) benefit with matching employer contributions of up to 4% of annual wages after six months.
• Priority reservations and employee discounts toward dining.
• Reimbursement for approved work-related educational expenses.

Good to Have:

• Court of Sommeliers certification, WSET or equivalent wine/spirits knowledge
• College degree
• Conversational in languages other than English

Who We Are

Lazy Bear is a fine dining restaurant designed to link the dining experience to the creation and foundations of each plate. Our cuisine is built on shared food experience, rooted in American food. We are committed to the radical pursuit of excellence while maintaining the primacy of a sustainable restaurant culture. We currently hold two Michelin Stars.