Server/Bartender Wicked Weed Funkatorium

Brewers Collective•Asheville, NC

23h•Onsite

About The Position

Dreaming big is in our DNA. It’s who we are as a company. It’s our culture. It’s our heritage. And more than ever, it’s our future. A future where we’re always looking forward. Always serving up new ways to meet life’s moments. A future where we keep dreaming bigger. We look for people with passion, talent, and curiosity, and provide them with the teammates, resources and opportunities to unleash their full potential. The power we create together – when we combine your strengths with ours – is unstoppable. Are you ready to join a team that dreams as big as you do? At Wicked Weed Brewing, we Craft for Better to create moments that unite people and enrich communities. We strive to create a safe and inclusive workplace while supporting our communities and reducing our environmental impact. We celebrate unique perspectives and experiences that everyone brings, fostering a culture where employees are valued and empowered. The Wicked Weed Funkatorium is seeking a knowledgeable, experienced, and motivated server/bartender. Serving guests with an enthusiastic and friendly attitude and knowledge of the Wicked Weed Funkatorium craft beers, wines, food, and cocktails. Provides an elevated customer experience to each customer, goes above and beyond to always provide outstanding customer service, and always maintains a positive and confident demeanor on the floor.

Requirements

Teamwork.
Responsibility.
Dependability.
Excellent communication skills.
Exceptional interpersonal skills.
Efficient money-handling skills.
Ability to prioritize and multi-task.
Initiative & proactive disposition.
Extensive craft beer and wine knowledge.
Assertive.
Friendly, positive, and approachable.
Ability to read & write.
Problem-solving skills.
Ability to provide an elevated dining experience to every guest.
Minimum experience of one year as a bartender in a high-volume restaurant .
Liquor bartending experience is required.
Full service and walk-up dining room experience.
Prior money-handling experience.
POS system experience (Toast or DCRS a plus).
TIPS certification required (in-house training available).

Nice To Haves

Craft cocktail experience preferred.
Cicerone level one (beer server) is required within 30 days of employment .
SERV Safe certified is a plus.
Food, craft beer, and wine knowledge.
Cicerone and/or Sommelier certifications are a plus.
If you don’t fit all the above Qualifications, please don’t let that stop you from applying! You may have something special to bring to the table that we forgot to list. Everyone deserves a chance as far as we’re concerned.

Responsibilities

Attend pre-shift meetings (line-up).
Ability to serve guests in ALL spaces including walk-up bar service, counter service, and table service.
Maintain a thorough understanding of the beer, wine, and cocktail list.
Maintain full knowledge of menu offerings and preparation techniques, including dietary restriction information.
Be knowledgeable regarding the operating hours of Wicked Weed Brewing locations, brewery tours, and any promotions/events.
Take food orders, expediting food, etc.
Follow up with guests using a minute/two bite check-back rule.
Advise GM or MOD of any VIP’s or special requests of guests.
Serve alcohol to customers responsibly and politely while adhering to training guidelines.
Cut off individuals when necessary and communicate to GM and/or FOH MOD.
Accurately tender money and give change for purchases.
Beer knowledge: Accurately describe all beers on tap and in bottles, compare beers and styles, and know proper glassware and price points.
Wine knowledge: Accurately describe all by-the-glass wine offerings.
Cocktail knowledge: General understanding of cocktail crafting and liquor offerings.
Complete opening setup, maintain running side work, and complete closing duties and light cleaning projects as needed.
Leaves bar clean and ready for the next shift (stocking, communicating any 86’d items to MOD)
Changes kegs as needed. Lifting kegs may be required.
Preparations of bar needs like syrups, juices, cut and dehydrated fruits along with anything needed for execution of the bar program.
Mixes and serves alcoholic beverages up to the Cultura standard.
Provide an elevated experience for every guest.
Stock service area with supplies and bus tables.
Must have a flexible schedule (nights, weekends, and holidays are required).
Additional duties may be assigned as necessary.