Bartender Jobs in Detroit, IL

About The Position

Requirements

• At least one year of prior Bartender experience in a high-end dining establishment.
• TOAST POS experience is required; basic familiarity with the TOAST POS system, calculators, and touch screens is specified.
• Current local or state Food Handler’s Training certification, as required.
• Current local or state Alcohol Beverage Service Training certification, as required.
• Legal age to serve alcoholic beverages.
• Knowledge of wines, vintages, wine pairings, wine handling and storage, and use of a corkscrew and foil cutter.
• Knowledge of beers, spirits, cocktails, and the ability to follow key recipes.
• Ability to read scales; perform basic math; and handle cash.
• Strong interpersonal skills and verbal and written English communication skills.
• Ability to multitask, communicate with others, listen to and follow instructions, and remain calm under pressure.
• Professional, clean appearance and a friendly, helpful, approachable demeanor; ability to wear the required uniform.
• Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation and to meet applicable food-service health and safety requirements.
• Ability to stand and walk for up to eight hours during a shift with limited breaks; carry up to 30 pounds; exert up to 50 pounds of force without straining; perform repetitive motions; and raise or move objects between positions.
• Availability and willingness to work scheduled shifts, including weekends and holidays, subject to the location’s scheduling and seniority systems.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Some college or culinary education is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Prepare drinks using proper bartending techniques, recipes, and appropriate glassware, and expedite guest orders efficiently and accurately.
• Provide professional, friendly service, accommodate guest needs, explain menu items, use effective selling techniques, and thank guests as they leave.
• Set up and stock the bar at the beginning of shifts, including garnishes, mixes, beverages, and other supplies.
• Count and verify the bar bank at the beginning of the shift, report discrepancies, complete a blind checkout with a manager, and turn in receipts.
• Handle cash, credit-card, and other guest payments; collect proper payment and secure receipts.
• Offer to transfer bar tabs to the dining room for guests waiting for a table.
• Follow food-handling, sanitation, responsible alcohol-service, company ServSafe Alcohol, and applicable state liquor-law requirements, including checking identification and stopping service when appropriate.
• Maintain a clean, organized, hygienic, and safe bar area and keep equipment, tools, glassware, and bottles clean, stocked, and in good working order.
• Contribute to food-cost goals through portion and waste control.
• Respect and maintain company property and assets; promptly report damaged or malfunctioning equipment, accidents, and unsafe conditions to the manager on duty.
• Support guest satisfaction by assisting co-workers and other departments and cooperating with management, vendors, and suppliers.
• Demonstrate knowledge of Lawry’s restaurants, history, locations, service and meal hours, frequent diner benefits, menu items, and beverages.
• Use POS and TMX systems, perform basic math and cash-handling tasks, and accurately communicate orders, requests, reservations, and instructions.
• Wear the designated clean uniform and acceptable footwear, arrive ready to work scheduled shifts, and attend mandatory meetings and training.
• Follow employment policies and procedures, including accurate recording of hours, breaks, and tip income; communication about schedule changes or absences; and maintaining appropriate workplace conduct.
• Assume other co-workers’ duties during off-peak periods when staffing is reduced, as needed.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Dining discount
• Daily co-worker meal
• Tuition reimbursement