Beverage Captain, The Department at Hudson's

Continental Services•Detroit, MI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Continental is looking for standout Full-Time Beverage Captains who want to be part of a team dedicated to outstanding customer service, the highest professional standards, and a commitment to delivering flawless quality. We’re especially looking for someone who thrives while collaborating, loves building relationships, and seeks open communication. A perfect culture fit would be someone willing to roll up their sleeves and be part of a polished team, delighting guests every meal, every day. The Department at Hudson’s Beverage Captain is a valuable member of our team who is an integral member of the Bar and Service team, with an elevated knowledge of all cocktails, spirits, wine, beer, and beverage selections and consistently delivers. Acts as a brand ambassador embodying our core values and guiding principle. Is comfortable working in an event venue environment. Is interested in growing within a dynamic team. Is committed to excellence. Works best in a creative, collaborative environment.

Requirements

Must have five years of bartending experience, knowledge of techniques and equipment for serving, storing, and handling food and beverage products
Efficient in describing and serving different types of liquor, cocktails, beer, and wine

Nice To Haves

Leadership experienced recommended
Preferred TIPS Certification or can pass TIPS Class to become certified

Responsibilities

Lead bar set-up to ensure it is executed in a timely manner
Own product prep in advanced
Review and understand BEOs
Assisting with monthly inventory and consumption bar sheets
Monitor staffing levels
Lead by example for all bartenders in punctuality, appearance and work quality; including training
Participate in pre-shift meetings alongside event managers
Check proper amount of bar products and glassware are pulled per event
Create a welcoming and hospitable environment for all guests while anticipating their needs
Demonstrate expert knowledge of specialty, classic and signature cocktails (ingredients, specs, build), wine, beer, and beverage offerings
Maintain fluency in all menu items and ingredients with the ability to suggest beverage pairings
Monitor proper steps of service with the team throughout each event
Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bar and prep areas; putting away product
Can communicate effectively with staff members and management during service
Report incidents and areas of opportunity to management
Support special activations throughout other Hudson related outlets
Be a catalyst for continuous improvement
Monitor overpouring, waste and proper handling of bar products and glassware