Bartender

MOMOFUKU•Los Angeles, CA

48d•$18 - $18

About The Position

Momofuku was founded by chef David Chang in 2004 with the opening of Momofuku Noodle Bar in New York City. Credited with “the rise of contemporary Asian-American cuisine” by the New York Times and named the “most important restaurant in America” by Bon Appétit magazine, Momofuku has restaurants in the New York, Los Angeles, and Las Vegas as well as Momofuku Goods, a line of restaurant-grade products for home cooks. About Super Peach by Momofuku Super Peach by Momofuku is a new restaurant opening in later this year at Westfield Century City. Part of the larger Momofuku family, Super Peach is an approachable, fast-paced concept built for high volume and bold flavor. Super Peach offers the opportunity to join a growing team focused on sharp execution, great hospitality, and creating a high-energy dining experience from the ground up. The Super Peach Bartender embodies a warm sense of hospitality and our core values to our guests. Bartenders construct and serve alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages while guiding guests through the Momofuku experience. Momofuku bartenders provide service that is knowledgeable, approachable, efficient, and energetic while upholding company standards. Compensation Band: $17.87 per hour plus applicable tips Why Momofuku? At Momofuku, we value our team members and make it a priority to offer competitive compensation packages that encourage longevity with the company and long-term growth. We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including vision/dental/medical, 401k, paid time off, flexible spending account, employee assistance program, and dining discounts, plus more after required wait periods. We encourage our team members to grow and learn, and offer many opportunities for personal and career development.

Requirements

Minimum one year of restaurant experience in a beverage-focused role
A positive and enthusiastic attitude, as well as a desire to learn, grow, and develop new skills
Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
Ability to remain calm under pressure and resolve guest conflict
Willing to accept guidance in a positive manner and implement the direction in a way that is productive for both you and the team
Able to work in a standing/walking position for long periods of time
Ability to demonstrate quick thinking and adaptability in a constantly changing environment

Nice To Haves

2+ years of experience as a Head Bartender, Bartender, or related role in a restaurant with a comparable service style and/or cuisine
Ability to train new Bartenders in all aspects and responsibilities of the role
A proven track record of dependability and a continuous focus on learning and development

Responsibilities

Oversee and guide guest’s complete restaurant and bar experience
Construct and serve all alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages for bar guests and table service
Provide knowledgeable, approachable, efficient, and energetic service at all times
Maintain full menu knowledge for both food and beverage items, including all allergen information
Maintain all approved beverage recipes to the provided specifications
Adhere to all company service standards and protocols
Utilize the POS system correctly for order entry and payment processing
Stock and prepare bar related items
Maintain professional and warm guest communications
Recognize key people in the industry, VIP guests and contacts related to the company and follow company protocol related to their visit
Communicate respectfully and clearly with service team and management
Engage management for any escalated guest situations
Adhere to Momofuku's Cleaning and sanitation SOPs
Additional service and/or operational tasks as determined by manager
Adhere to grooming and dress code standards
Assist teammates to anticipate all other FOH needs