Restaurant Bartender

Saks Fifth Avenue•Coral Gables, FL

78d•$19 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

The Restaurant Bartender serves Neiman Marcus customers in a warm, accommodating, and professional manner consistent with the high standards set by Neiman Marcus. This role involves interacting with customers, providing detailed menu information, supporting bar operations, and maintaining a clean and hygienic work environment.

Requirements

Experience in serving food and beverage and following proper table service guidelines
Ability to work autonomously
Motivated and results-driven
Thorough knowledge of order of service and proper placement of table settings (e.g., china, glass, flatware), food, and beverage as indicated by the kitchen ticket and the guidebook
Thorough knowledge of food, including preparation and culinary terminology
Ability to interact graciously with the public and handle multiple duties at the same time
Exceptional customer service and problem-solving skills
"Win together" mentality
Role requires standing, bending, climbing stairs, and lifting and carrying 35 pounds
Associates must be willing to work a flexible schedule based on business needs, which will include evenings, weekends, and holidays

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred

Responsibilities

Serves and interacts with customers in a professional and gracious manner
Utilizes thorough knowledge of food, including preparation and culinary terminology, to provide detailed information to customers about menu items
Supports smooth staff delivery of bar items through use of POS / ticket systems
Leverages thorough knowledge of beer, wine, and spirits, including technical and service procedures
Participates in daily pre-shift meeting
Adheres to established accounting procedures for all transactions, including all authorized methods of payment and maintains knowledge of the POS system
Cleans and maintains restaurant and workstation including pre-shift, post-shift and daily and weekly duties as assigned by the Manager
Fulfills duties that may involve lifting objects (e.g., tables, chairs, highchairs, etc.)
Maintains the highest level of hygiene standards to include, but not limited to: Clean, pressed uniform jacket and accompanying clothing and shoes; Clean and professionally styled hair and nails, maintained to avoid food contamination risks