SAFFRON NOLA, (JAMES BEARD NOMINATED BEST NEW RESTAURANT 2018 + BEST CHEF SOUTH 2024) is looking for professional bartenders to join the team. Join a progressive-focused team that actually cares while being in a happy work environment! We have a world class bar program, full of creativity and talent! We are looking for enthusiastic bartenders to create classic and modern craft cocktails, while providing an overall excellent hospitality experience. Come learn a new cuisine with two consecutive days off along with the best family meals in town. We offer competitive pay with medical benefits and 401K available!

Job Duties, including all but not limited to:

• Prepares beverages (alcohol and non-alcohol) for bar and restaurant guests
• Interacts with customers, take orders, and serves drinks
• Adheres to sanitation, safety, and alcohol beverage control policies.
• Helps guests select food and beverages by presenting menu; offers cocktails and aperitifs; suggests courses; explains menu items in detail; identifies appropriate wines; answers food preparation questions.
• Transmits orders to kitchen by recording guests' choices, while identifying dietary needs and special requests.
• Assesses guests’ needs and preferences and makes recommendations

• Maintains bar seat settings by removing courses as completed; replenishing utensils; refilling water glasses.
• Adheres to appropriate measurements/cocktail recipes set in place
• Checks guests’ identification and confirms it meets the legal drinking age
• Restocks and replenishes bar inventory and supplies
• Utilizes the POS by inputting menu items and closing out guests’ bills
• Contributes to overall team effort to provide the utmost dining experience to guests

Requirements:

• Resume and proven working experience as a bartender
• Excellent knowledge of wine and spirits
• Proficient in mixing, garnishing and serving drinks
• Positive attitude and excellent communication skills
• Ability to keep the bar organized, stocked, and clean
• Responsible Vendor (BAR card)