HenHouse Brewing - Taproom Bartender - Novato
About The Position
HenHouse Brewing Co. is seeking an exceptional taproom bartender to join our Novato taproom team. The bartender is responsible for delivering exceptional hospitality by creating a welcoming atmosphere, providing knowledgeable and attentive service, and representing the HenHouse brand with professionalism and enthusiasm. Bartenders are ambassadors for the company, building relationships with guests while creating experiences that encourage them to return. Successful Bartenders combine hospitality, efficiency, teamwork, a passion for craft beer, and attention to detail while contributing to a clean, organized, and energetic taproom environment. This position requires a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events. Scheduled hours will vary based on business needs, typically ranging from 5-8 hours per day, with shifts starting in the late morning to early afternoon and ending between 6-10pm. The number of shifts per week generally ranges from 3 to 5 depending on business needs.
Requirements
- 3+ years in the hospitality field (restaurants, brewpubs, bars, wineries, cafes, etc.)
- 1+ years in the craft beer industry
- Outstanding hospitality and customer service skills.
- Strong interpersonal communication.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Positive attitude and professional demeanor.
- Team-oriented mindset.
- Attention to detail.
- Dependability.
- Strong work ethic.
- Willingness to learn.
- Passion for craft beer.
Nice To Haves
- Ability to cross-train at other locations (Petaluma & Santa Rosa) is highly encouraged.
Responsibilities
- Welcome every guest with warmth, professionalism, and enthusiasm.
- Deliver friendly, knowledgeable, and efficient service.
- Build authentic relationships with guests.
- Listen carefully to guest preferences and provide thoughtful recommendations.
- Educate guests about HenHouse beers, seasonal releases, and retail offerings.
- Resolve routine guest concerns professionally, escalating issues when appropriate.
- Create an atmosphere that encourages guests to return.
- Develop and maintain extensive knowledge of company beers.
- Learn beer styles, ingredients, brewing techniques, and seasonal releases.
- Provide thoughtful recommendations based on guest preferences.
- Stay informed about upcoming releases, events, and promotions.
- Represent company values with professionalism and authenticity.
- Perform opening and closing duties.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization.
- Manage bar setup and breakdown.
- Conduct draft beer quality checks.
- Restock products.
- Ensure merchandise presentation.
- Provide food service support.
- Maintain glassware.
- Adhere to safety and sanitation standards.
- Accurately use the point-of-sale system.
Benefits
- Medical — 100% of the employee premium covered on the base Kaiser plan, with buy-up options including Kaiser upgrades and an Anthem Blue Cross PPO. Dependent coverage available.
- Dental & Vision — Company-sponsored plans, with FPHH covering 50% of the employee premium on the base plans.
- Life & AD&D — Available for purchase.
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
- FSAs for health and dependent care
- Employee Assistance Program
- Free shift beer and to-go beer
- Generous employee discounts
- Regular company merch
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
