Fine Dining Bartender - Tchefuncte's

We are looking for a skilled and creative Lead Bartender to help drive our seasonal cocktail program, guest experience at the bar and training for new bartenders.  You should be able to perform all daily functions behind the bar and develop your team to do the same.  Key taskts are to take drink orders and serve loyal patrons at Tchefuncte’s. You will be responsible for our customers’ experiences. Bartending responsibilities include ensuring our bar is clean and tidy when guests arrive, presenting menus and serving food and beverages, and creating drinks and cocktails for our guests.  You need to be quick on your feet and have a polite and friendly attitude. If you enjoy talking to people and thrive in a fast-paced workplace, we’d like to meet you. Your ultimate goal will be to provide high-quality service that will help us maintain and attract customers.

Responsibilities:

• Verify identification and age requirements of customers
• Mix traditional and creative cocktails
• Prepare the bar with special attention to sanitation and order
• Attend to customers upon entrance
• Present restaurant menus and help customers select food/beverages
• Take and serve orders
• Answer questions or make recommendations
• Collaborate with restaurant servers and kitchen/bar staff
• Handle complaints or problems with a positive attitude
• Issue bills and accept payment

Skills

• Must have Louisiana Responsible Vendor License
• Proven bartending experience with cocktail creation
• Hands-on experience in cashier duties
• Attention to cleanliness and safety
• Patience and customer-oriented approach
• Excellent people skills with a friendly attitude
• Responsible and trustworthy