Lead Bartender - WREN Tysons

B.F. Saul Company Hospitality Group•Tysons, VA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

B. F. Saul Company Hospitality Group is seeking a Lead Bartender for a Japanese style Bar & Lounge located in The Watermark Hotel in Tysons Corner, VA. This role is ideal for an individual with prior experience in a trendy, Cocktail Bar/Upscale Restaurant and Boutique Hotel setting. The Watermark Hotel is an upscale, all-suite facility with a chef-driven restaurant, cocktail bar, outdoor patios, meeting space, and a breakfast cafe. The B. F. Saul Company Hospitality Group is committed to providing an unmatched career experience and fostering the success and development of its team members.

Requirements

Provide legible communication.
Compute basic arithmetic.
2 years’ experience in a similar position dealing with the public.
Ability to perform job functions with attention to detail, speed and accuracy, prioritize and organize.
Follow directions thoroughly.
Be a clear thinker, remaining calm and resolving problems using good judgment.
Work cohesively with co-workers as part of a team.
Work with minimal supervision.
Maintain confidentiality of guest information and pertinent restaurant data.
Provide clear, pleasant telephone communication with proper grammar.
The State of Virginia requires all employees who handle food and liquor to have a Food Handler and Responsible Vendor Certificate. This certificate is a requirement for employment.
Ability to read, write and speak in English.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
Ability to speak effectively before employees of the Company.

Nice To Haves

Previously worked in a trendy, Cocktail Bar/Upscale Restaurant and Boutique Hotel setting.

Responsibilities

Maintaining alcohol inventory, ensuring accuracy and on-time delivery.
Communicating orders to be placed to the MOD.
Managing cash drawers assigned to each bartender and reconciling them against all POS reports.
Assisting MOD with weekly schedules for the bar staff.
Assisting MOD with supervision of staff and training.
Greeting guests and taking food and beverage orders, utilizing suggestive/up-selling techniques.
Retrieving and serving alcoholic, non-alcoholic beverages and meals to guests courteously and efficiently according to restaurant specifications.
Maintaining stock/supplies and cleanliness of bar and equipment.
Legibly completing bottle transfer slips and distributing them accurately.
Legibly documenting designated items on the spill sheet.
Inputting orders accurately and ensuring transmission of food orders are verified by the kitchen.
Collecting and processing payments, closing all guest checks in the Micros system immediately upon payment.
Ensuring all closing reports are completed in the POS at the end of the shift.
Monitoring and maintaining cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of all work areas as instructed by the MOD.
Assisting in the maintenance of the restaurant area and supplies.
Having full knowledge and understanding of all menus and ability to answer questions regarding ingredients and allergens.
Performing job functions with attention to detail, speed, and accuracy, prioritizing and organizing.
Maintaining complete knowledge of and complying with all restaurant policies and standard of service.
Anticipating guests' needs, responding promptly, and acknowledging all guests.
Being familiar with all B. F. Saul Company Hospitality Group services/features and local attractions/activities to respond to guest inquiries accurately.
Completing opening/closing side duties as outlined in SOPs.
Assisting with weekly/monthly inventories.
Notifying a manager whenever a guest expresses or appears unhappy/upset/disgruntled.
Maintaining complete knowledge of table/seat/station numbers, room capacity, hours of operation, menus, price range, and dress code.
Maintaining knowledge of the characteristics and descriptions of every wine/champagne by the glass and major wines on the wine menu.
Maintaining complete knowledge of designated glassware, ingredients, preparation method, and garnishes for each drink.
Inspecting the condition and cleanliness of menus and wine lists; ensuring designated amounts are available.
Updating menus and wine lists as changes occur.
Maintaining complete knowledge of correct maintenance and use of equipment. Using equipment only as intended.
Ensuring maximum usage of all supplies to attain budget beverage cost to prevent waste.
Using all chemicals in accordance with OSHA regulations and restaurant requirements.
Transporting soiled wares to the dishwashing area, and soiled linen to linen bins.
Obtaining an assigned bank and ensuring accuracy of contracted monies. Keeping the bank secure.
Counting bank at the end of shift and returning to MOD.
Ensuring that all drink orders from servers are accurately rung into the POS system before giving drinks to them.
Clearly communicating last call at designated closing times to all guests, support, and servers.
Always maintaining positive guest relations.
Touching tables, building return clientele.
Performing other duties and tasks deemed necessary by management.