Bartender-Kindling

Bartender-Kindling


Company
Kindling: Downtown Cookout & Cocktails
Location
Chicago, IL
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
16.60 an hour
Posted
27 days ago
Via
via Culinary Agents

Job Description
A Bartender at Kindling will be in charge of their section behind the bar as well as on the floor. Pouring beer, wine, mixing cocktails and creating a lively environment for their Guests. Candidates will be responsible for building a culture based around Teamwork, Execution and Hospitality and will be participating in all day-to-day operations. We are looking for passionate industry professionals.

Essential Functions:
• Should have in depth knowledge of food, wine, beer and liquor
• Able to communicate positively and efficiently
• Must be respectful and remain calm under pressure
• Organized, efficient and able to maintain a clean work environment
• Must have a great sense of hospitality and understand how it impacts on our business

Other Functions:
• Be available to fill in as needed to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the restaurant as directed by the restaurant Manager or immediate supervisor
• Complying with health and food safety standards, restocking items and cleaning
• Operating the cash register, answering the phone, providing great Guest service and following Fifty/50 Restaurant Group policies & procedures

Physical Functions:
• Ability to stand/walk a minimum of 8 hours or as needed
• Must be able to exert well-paced and frequent mobility for periods of up to 8 hours or as needed
• Be able to lift up to 30+ pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds on occasion
• Will frequently reach, bend, stoop, carry, use stairs, finely manipulate and key in data
• Work in both warm and cool environments
• High levels of noise from music, Guest and Employee traffic
• Must be able to tolerate potential allergens: peanut products, egg, dairy, gluten, soy, seafood and shellfish

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