Maple & Ash Chicago - Bartender

MAPLE HOSPITALITY GROUP•Chicago, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Join Maple Hospitality Group, where culinary excellence meets unparalleled service. Led by renowned restaurateur Jim Lasky and two-Michelin-starred Chef Danny Grant, known for his innovative approach to fine dining, the group is building a team of passionate food lovers dedicated to creating iconic destinations. Success is believed to hinge on impeccable food, world-class service, and one-of-a-kind dining experiences. As the company expands across Chicago, Scottsdale, Dallas, Santa Barbara, Miami, Boston, and New York, team members will find endless opportunities for growth, travel, and continuing education. The company culture is built on four core principles: Generosity (always give more, exceed expectations), Excellence (deliver exceptional work with unmatched expertise), Fun (love what you do, laugh often, and enjoy the journey), and Fail Fast (learn from mistakes, adapt, and keep improving).

Requirements

Must hold a Food Handlers certificate and an Alcohol Serving certificate from an ABC-accredited program
Minimum of 2 years bartending experience in an upscale, high volume restaurant
Capable of handling stress under pressure and providing quality guest service
Willingness to maintain a clean, healthy, and safe working environment
Able to coordinate multiple activities with attention to detail
Ability to move quickly and carefully in narrow and confined spaces
Flexibility with job demands and open minded when being asked to complete tasks
Proficient use and operation of all equipment necessary to run the restaurant
Ability to move or handle equipment throughout the restaurant generally weighing 0-50 pounds
Able to work varied hours/days as business dictates

Responsibilities

Greet guests in a warm, friendly, professional, and timely manner
Be fluent in all menus, both food and beverage
Walk guests through the menu to answer any questions and assist with any necessary accommodations for allergies and dietary restrictions
Check back with guests about each dish and beverage, as well as when beverages are in need of being refreshed
Communicate effectively and respectfully with all service team members, both front and back of the house
Maintain an awareness of all product knowledge information and information on the history of the restaurant
Make beer and wine available for service staff members to obtain in order to deliver to guests
Craft cocktails in accordance with the recipes and make them available for service staff members to obtain in order to deliver to guests
Have an understanding of how to detect off flavors and to check beverages appropriately before serving
Keep service staff and management apprised of any items that sell out or change throughout service
Assist with receiving beverage deliveries and stocking in the designated areas before, during, and after service
Change out kegs and gas tanks when needed
Other tasks as assigned