Job description

Bartender/barback/server/host positions are available at a locally owned bar/restaurant in Salt Lake City.

Job responsibilities:

• Bartender/Barback: Preparing and serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, interacting with customers, taking orders, maintaining the cleanliness of the bar area, restocking supplies, and handling cash transactions.
• Server: Taking orders from customers, serving food and beverages, providing menu recommendations, ensuring customer satisfaction, handling payments, and maintaining a clean and organized dining area.
• Host: Greeting and seating guests, managing reservations and waiting lists, answering phone calls, coordinating with servers and kitchen staff, and ensuring a smooth flow of guests in the restaurant.

Job Requirements:

• Age and Legal Requirements: Must be 21 and over and obtain Sips and Tips certificate to be hired for the positions: bartenders, barbacks, and servers that handle and serve alcoholic beverages to customers. All applicants must be able to provide necessary documentation to work in the United States legally.
• Food Safety and Hygiene Knowledge: A basic understanding of food safety and hygiene practices is essential for all restaurant staff. This may include knowledge of proper food handling, storage, and preparation techniques to maintain a safe and clean environment. All applicants must obtain Food Handler's Permit that is approved by the State of Utah.
• Communication Skills: Effective communication is crucial in a restaurant environment. Staff members should be able to communicate clearly and professionally with customers, coworkers, and managers. This includes active listening, understanding customer requests, and relaying information accurately.
• Physical Stamina: Restaurant work can be physically demanding, requiring standing for long periods, lifting heavy trays or equipment, and moving quickly in a fast-paced environment. Physical stamina and endurance are important for many roles, particularly servers, kitchen staff, and bussers.
• Customer Service Skills: Providing excellent customer service is a priority in the restaurant industry. Staff members should possess strong interpersonal skills, be friendly, courteous, and attentive to customers' needs. Resolving customer complaints and maintaining a positive attitude is also important.
• Multitasking and Time Management: Restaurant environments often involve handling multiple tasks simultaneously. Employees should be able to multitask efficiently, prioritize duties, and manage their time effectively to ensure prompt service and smooth operations.
• Teamwork and Collaboration: Restaurants rely on teamwork to deliver quality service. Employees should be able to work well with others, communicate effectively, and collaborate with different team members, such as servers, cooks, and managers, to provide a seamless dining experience.
• Flexibility and Adaptability: Restaurant schedules can be unpredictable, with varying hours and busy periods. Employees should demonstrate flexibility and adaptability to changing work demands, including working evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Knowledge of Menus and Ingredients: Depending on the role, having a good understanding of the restaurant's menu offerings, ingredients used, and potential allergens is important. This enables staff members to provide accurate information to customers and accommodate special dietary needs or restrictions.
• Cash Handling Skills: Certain roles, such as cashiers or servers, may involve handling cash transactions. Basic math skills, accuracy in handling money, and proficiency with point-of-sale (POS) systems or cash registers are necessary

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary

Pay: $15.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

Restaurant type:

• Bar
• Casual dining restaurant
• Upscale casual restaurant

Shift:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Night shift

Weekly day range:

• Every weekend
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Salt Lake City, UT 84101: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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