Craft/Tiki Bartender

The Honu Restaurant•Dunedin, FL

19h•Onsite

About The Position

The Honu Restaurant is a contemporary eatery and traditional Hawaiian-style tiki bar in Downtown Dunedin, featuring island-style dishes, creative cocktails and mocktails, and a private rum bar. The bartender will prepare and serve high-quality craft, tiki, and tropical drinks in a fast-paced, high-volume setting. The role is suited to an organized, self-driven mixologist who values creativity, sustainability, hospitality, and guest service, and is interested in developing their skills. Bartenders are expected to be classically trained in high-volume craft cocktails and knowledgeable about tiki history and rum. The venue also hosts weddings, rehearsal dinners, and other large parties. The position includes serving customers, becoming knowledgeable about menu items and daily specials, and maintaining clean and safe work practices. The employer offers on-the-job training and states it is willing to train suitable candidates. Full-time team members are offered health insurance compensation; schedules intended to support work-life balance are also offered.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience in mixology or craft cocktails and high-volume service.
Classical training in high-volume craft cocktails.
Extensive knowledge of cocktail theory, history, and builds.
Tiki history and rum knowledge.
Strong hospitality and guest-relations skills; outgoing personality.
Ability to work independently and as part of an intimate team.
Ability to multitask in high-volume situations.
Ability to execute classic cocktails and create cocktails.
Detail-oriented, organized, clean, passionate, and self-motivated.
Knowledge and passion for craft cocktails, beer, and wine.
Excellent communication, organization, and prioritization skills.
Positive attitude and willingness to learn.

Nice To Haves

Experience in casual fine dining and high-volume restaurants.
Interest in sustainability and high-quality tiki and tropical drinks.

Responsibilities

Serve customers while maintaining a clean and safe working environment.
Arrive for shifts in a clean uniform and maintain good hygiene.
Learn and explain menu items, daily specials, and alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
Take orders and suggest or upsell menu items and specials.
Assist co-workers when necessary.
Take initiative and share ideas to improve service quality.
Prepare and serve craft, tiki, and tropical cocktails in a high-volume setting.