Bartender
Culinary Agents
Bartender
Bartender
Union Sushi + Barbeque BarMore Info
Required Years of Experience
2 years
Job Details
Primary Responsibilities:
- Mixing, pouring, and serving drinks to customers according to their preferences and our standards
- Managing inventory, ordering supplies, and keeping track of stock levels
- Pricing drinks and creating drink menus that are attractive and profitable
- Champion the bar set up prior to shift, including completing the daily tasks required on our prep schedule.
- Work with barback to break down bar at end of shift and complete all daily cleaning requirements
- Learn about all of our menus and be able to fully explain them to our guests
- Learn specifics about our cocktail program, Beer, Wine, and Spirits list in order to guide our guests to try new things
- Memorize all cocktail builds to facilitate a high level of customer service
- Contribute to beverage development assignments and help facilitate education for our staff
- Responsible for handling all payments behind the bar
- Champion bar maintenance and cleanliness
- Partake in tasting exercises to improve knowledge about our products
- Contribute during tasting discussion to provoke a learning environment
- Complete all assigned side work
- Assist manager with all closing responsibilities
Requirements:
- Minimum 2 years experience in a high volume bar/restaurant
- Experience working with classic cocktails
- Be able to demonstrate strong multi tasking ability
- Availability to work nights, weekends and/or holidays
- Working knowledge of craft spirits
- Working knowledge of classic cocktails
- Working knowledge of craft beer and wine
- Strong communication skills
- Positive attitude and passion for hospitality
- Customer service experience
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
- Experience working with TOAST
- Illinois Food Handlers Certificate• Illinois Basset Certification
We offer competitive pay, flexible schedule, friendly atmosphere and loyal customers.
References Available upon request
Compensation Details
Compensation: Hourly (Based on Experience) plus tips
Estimated Weekly Tips: $1,200
Benefits & Perks: Potential Bonuses, Dining Discounts
Required Skills
Wine Service
Cocktail Making
High Volume Bartending
Can Lift Up to 50 Lbs
Spirits Knowledge
Beer Knowledge
Wine Knowledge
Customer Service
POS Systems
Service Procedures
Positive Attitude
Teamwork
Food and Beverage Pairing
High Volume Service
Communication
Glassware Knowledge
People Skills
Craft Cocktail Knowledge
Food Safety Knowledge
Attention to Detail
Beverage Service
Bar Knowledge
Fine Dining Service
TIPS Certified
Professionalism
Coffee Knowledge
Inventory Management
Bar Operations
Conflict Resolution
Alcohol Service Compliance
Standing for Long Periods of Time
Toast POS
Work In a Fast-Paced Environment
Beverage Knowledge
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Part of Union Hospitality Group
Union Sushi + Barbeque Bar is a bustling neighborhood restaurant located in Chicago's popular River North neighborhood. Union combines the tempered art of Japanese dining with a fresh, colorful and urban vibe. Embracing an American warmth and personality, this playful juxtaposition reveals a restaurant that is welcoming, accommodating and stylish. A true riff on what is expected or traditional - East or West.
Union ups the ante on Japanese dining with its high-energy beat, creativity and playful approach to Japanese-influenced cuisine. The menu boasts a variety of flavorful offerings from the Kitchen, Sushi Bar and signature Barbeque Bar showcasing the 600° Robata Grill. The beverage program offers a varied cocktail menu of carefully handcrafted and inventive cocktails. A thorough sake collection is available as well as extensive craft beers, liquors and a spirited wine list.