Bartender (Seasonal)

Turner Enterprises Inc.•Raton, NM

5h•Onsite

About The Position

As a Bartender, you'll deliver more than just expertly mixed cocktails. You'll be a storyteller, sharing the essence of Vermejo through creative beverages and personalized guest interactions. You will also be responsible for: Greeting all guests and welcoming them with a warm smile in a timely manner. Assisting guests in the ordering process by making suggestions and pairings. Accurately describing each menu item in full detail. Preparing and serving a wide variety of beverages, including craft cocktails, wine, beer, and non-alcoholic options, while adhering to recipes and guest preferences. Maintaining a comprehensive knowledge of Vermejo’s beverage offerings, including locally sourced spirits and wines. Maintaining the bar upkeep and cleanliness. Assisting guests in the ordering process by making suggestions and pairings. Providing full-service restaurant fluidity, i.e.; “sense of urgency” on the floor. Presenting on the floor and attentive to guests needs to ensure top level service and experience for guests. Communicating effectively and clearly with management during service. Following all cleanliness and sanitation procedures including frequent handwashing. Completing all opening and closing side-work of the bar as directed. Attending and participating in further food and beverage education outside of regular service. Practicing alcohol awareness and exercising good judgement when serving guests alcohol to comply with the state laws of New Mexico. Following all TEM/Vermejo Reserve Policies and Procedures. All other duties as assigned. What this isn’t: A management or supervisory position

Requirements

A minimum of 2 years of bartending experience.
Strong knowledge of mixology, spirits, beer and wine, with a knack for creating unique beverages.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a focus on guest service.
You’ll need to present documentation establishing both identity and employment authorization within three days of hire pursuant to federal law.

Nice To Haves

A high school diploma or general education degree (GED).
Experience in luxury or high-end hospitality environments.
Certification in bartending or mixology.
Certified in food safety and alcohol service (or willing to obtain).

Responsibilities

Greeting all guests and welcoming them with a warm smile in a timely manner.
Assisting guests in the ordering process by making suggestions and pairings. Accurately describing each menu item in full detail.
Preparing and serving a wide variety of beverages, including craft cocktails, wine, beer, and non-alcoholic options, while adhering to recipes and guest preferences.
Maintaining a comprehensive knowledge of Vermejo’s beverage offerings, including locally sourced spirits and wines.
Maintaining the bar upkeep and cleanliness.
Providing full-service restaurant fluidity, i.e.; “sense of urgency” on the floor.
Presenting on the floor and attentive to guests needs to ensure top level service and experience for guests.
Communicating effectively and clearly with management during service.
Following all cleanliness and sanitation procedures including frequent handwashing.
Completing all opening and closing side-work of the bar as directed.
Attending and participating in further food and beverage education outside of regular service.
Practicing alcohol awareness and exercising good judgement when serving guests alcohol to comply with the state laws of New Mexico.
Following all TEM/Vermejo Reserve Policies and Procedures.
All other duties as assigned.