Bartender

Red Agave Restaurant & Tequila Bar•Monroe Township, NJ

1d•$16 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

We’re Hiring! Big things are coming this June! We’re opening a brand-new restaurant, RED AGAVE and looking for enthusiastic team members to join us now. While we’re not officially open yet, we’re starting to build our dream team early so everyone is trained and ready to shine by Grand Opening. Apply today and be part of something fresh from the very beginning! Join the Jersey Shore Restaurant Group and be part of a team that thrives on excellence, creativity, and growth. With renowned locations like Half Moon Point, Harpoon Willy's, Coastal Canteen, and THE BANQS, we offer diverse hospitality opportunities—from culinary and mixology to customer service roles. We remain dedicated to creating an atmosphere that embodies warmth, comfort, and quality dining—starting with team members who ensure every guest feels welcomed and valued. Work in a team-oriented, high-volume, fast-paced, guest-centric environment to provide guests with a fresh dining experience that celebrates living well. One key to our success is the high standards we set for ourselves and each other. That includes placing the health and safety of our team members and guests as a top priority. We are committed to the highest safety and sanitation practices, including ensuring team member wellness and maintaining clean restaurants. Red Agave, the latest concept from the Jersey Shore Restaurant Group, is a flavor-forward casual Tex-Mex dining experience. Red Agave will focus on blending flavors from Mexico and the American South border regions. These culinary traditions celebrate the coming together of family and friends to eat, drink, and celebrate life. Red Agave will welcome guests into a lively main dining space lined with oversized banquettes, an open bar, and an additional bright and airy dining room. Red Agave’s cocktail program will focus on traditional Tex-Mex spirits, including tequila and mezcal, while introducing other global influences.

Requirements

3 years restaurant experience and/or 2 years experience bartending in a similar establishment
Must have extensive knowledge of Spirits, Wine and Food
Must possess good attitude, attention to detail, and ability to work under pressure
Excellent customer service skills and a Positive attitude are required
Ability to read and write in English proficiently
Must be 21 years of age and be willing to obtain Tips and Food Handlers cards within 30 days of employment
Must be able to bend, stoop, squat, and stretch to fulfill tasks
Must be physically able to lift and carry heavy trays and equipment as well as delicate China and glassware up to 50 lbs
Must be physically able to walk without assistance on various surfaces for an extended period
This position requires manual dexterity, grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, bending, and climbing

Responsibilities

The Bartender position will require you to interact one-on-one with the guests, take their orders, make cocktails utilizing company service standards, and ensure guest satisfaction
You will be responsible for maintaining an issued cash bank throughout your shift
You will also be actively marketing yourself and the establishment through various social media outreach and staff outings
This role will contribute to the organization as an active business partner that is responsible for supporting the company's goals, objectives, vision, mission, and values
Consistently following Food & Beverage sequence of service utilizing all proper procedures standardized by venue managers and chefs
Exhibiting proper knowledge, selling techniques, and service delivery of both non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages, and any menu items offered while maintaining the cleanliness and appearance of the bar
Anticipating the guests' needs and responding appropriately with a sense of urgency
Cleaning of all equipment, tools, and supplies and maintaining equipment in good working order while following all procedures and policies set forth by the company, division, department, and County health department
Working as a team and effectively communicating with management, servers, and service staff to fulfill and address any issues or needs requested by guests and/or other Associates