About the Role
Prepares all beverages for guests and venue servers, actively takes orders, conducts full and complete food/beverage service, and monitors guests’ bar/dining experience. Interacts with guests, team members, and supervisors in a polite and courteous manner to ensure gracious hospitality.
Responsibilities
- Anticipate and accommodate the needs of the guests
- Provides professional and exceptional service
- Presents menus, answers questions, and makes suggestions for all food and beverage items
- Inform guests of all food and beverage specials, with prices
- Required to solicit any allergy or dietary restrictions from each guest
- Accurately enter all orders into the POS system and follow proper cash/payment card procedures
- Ensures the delivery of all food and beverage to the guests at the bar and lounge
- Maintain general cleanliness of bar and bar area and the entire venue
- Makes sure all liquor displays and shelving are organized, and par levels are maintained
- Follow supervisor’s instructions, communicate with and support co-workers, and be a team player
- Serves all alcoholic beverages in accordance with all state regulations and alcohol awareness training standards
- Complies with Department of Health and company sanitation standards
- Accurately completes all end-of-shift financial procedures
- Communicates the needs of the guests to Front-of-House and Heart-of-House support staff, managers, and chefs
- Properly sets up the bar stations, performs side-work and other opening/closing procedures
- Ensures the bar and bar area is clean and free of debris
- Sets bar with proper equipment, and settings as required
- Wipes down bar-top, bar stools, lounge tables, and chairs
- Stocks bar stations with prescribed supplies
- Completes opening duties as assigned or directed
- Completes closing duties as assigned or directed
- Reports all breakage, and damage of equipment or furniture immediately to management
- Attends and participates in daily pre-service meetings
- Attends and participates in any training sessions or departmental meetings
- Learn by listening, observing other team members, and sharing knowledge while leading by example
- Portrays a positive and professional attitude
- Demonstrates knowledge of Tao Group Hospitality, its partners, and supporting hotel environments
- Works as part of a team and provides help and support to all fellow team members
- Assist and/or complete additional tasks as assigned
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years bartender experience or equivalent related Tao Group Hospitality experience required
- Minimum 2 years of food and beverage experience required
- Experience in a high-volume restaurant/nightclub/lounge
- Comprehensive knowledge of classic cocktails required
- Basic familiarity with wine varietals and classic regions around the world required
- Ability to write, read, and verbally communicate
- Must have good positive energy throughout the day
- Must be able to print legibly for Team Members, management, and guests to read
- Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
- Must be able to move quickly
- Must be able to push and lift up to 75 lbs. with or without assistance
- Work in an environment that is subject to varying levels of noise, crowds, and smoke
- May work extended hours irregular shifts, evening and/or weekend shifts, and holiday work may be required
- Exposure to cleaning materials
- Office, Casino, Nightclub, Bar, Lounge, and/or Restaurant working environment
- Maintain a professional, neat, and well-groomed appearance adhering to Company standards
- Must be effective as part of a team; ability to interact with internal and external customers, managers, and co-workers in a professional, courteous manner
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Ability to handle a fast-paced, busy, and somewhat stressful environment
Skills
- Possesses in-depth knowledge of all food and beverage menus and the company
- Tao Group Hospitality in-venue bartender training
Work Type
- full-time
Experience Level
- Minimum 2 years bartender experience
- Minimum 2 years of food and beverage experience
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
- 401(k) Retirement Program with Employer Match
- Life and Disability Insurance Plans
- Ancillary Insurance Plans
- Employee Assistance Program
- Fertility & Family Forming Support and Resources
- Pet Insurance
- Employee Discounts
- TAO Savings Marketplace
- Time off
About the Company
- Tao Group Hospitality delivers distinctive culinary and premium entertainment experiences through its portfolio of restaurants, nightclubs, lounges, and daylife venues.
- The company operates branded locations across the globe, featuring a collection of widely recognized hospitality brands including TAO, OMNIA, Marquee, LAVO, Beauty & Essex, Cathédrale, Little Sister, The Highlight Room, Sake No Hana, KOMA, Avenue, Fleur Room, JEWEL, and more.
- Tao Group Hospitality is part of Mohari Hospitality, an investment firm focused on the luxury lifestyle and hospitality sectors.
- With over 25 years of industry experience, Tao Group Hospitality consistently sets the bar for guest experiences by delivering unforgettable entertainment with innovation and creativity at the core.
- The company strives to exceed expectations and continually reinvent the future of hospitality through its owned operations as well as joint venture and managed properties.
