Hey you. Yeah, you!
Want to be part of one of the hottest new restaurants in Koreatown? One that is about to take modern Korean cuisine to the next level?
Looking for a place to make great money AND work with a fun team and group?
Look no further friend - if you are passionate about food and fast on your feet we want YOU!
Why you need to be part of our team (Opportunity/Culture)
We aren’t your run-of-the-mill, grind you to the bone for minimum pay, hard-nosed “Gordon Ramsey Hells Kitchen” ownership group - we are building a culture that works hard as heck, but respects the health and careers of our entire team.
We want everyone to win here, and win together – whether it is seeing financial success as we grow the business, or getting opportunities to grow in your skillsets.
Some of the things we offer:
- Market pay and upside for everyone if we kill it on sales
- Consistent days and hours
- Uniforms provided
- Opportunities to move up fast if you are hungry
- Teammates that you want to work with (we don’t hire jerks)
What you bring to the table: - You are a people pleaser – Customer’s come first!
- You can handle the fire – it’s going to get rough in there, but walking on coals is nothing for you
- You might win “most reliable person in the world ” on any given year – the team can count on you to show up, and deliver every night
- You are hungry – we are a startup, and we want everyone to succeed, whether its higher pay as we grow, or a chance to be part of management
- Knowledge of Korean cuisine, language, and culture is a big +
Role Expectations - You'll be one of the faces of our our soju and sake based cocktail bar, and will help deliver a high-quality food and beverage dining experience to all guests
- Interact with guests, take orders, serve food and beverage, and process transactions
- Maintain bar and dining ambiance with an enthusiastic and fun, yet professional attitude
- Demonstrate expert knowledge of all menu items as well as making recommendations and answering all menu inquiries
- Complete openside work and closing side work as directed by Restaurant/Bar Management, including but not limit to cleaning the bar and securing all alcoholic product
- Mixes drinks according to prescribed recipes accurately and efficiently; keeps station stocked with all liquor, glasses and accessories necessary; accounts for all beginning cash register bank, all cash, complimentary drinks and charge receipts
- Maintain proper loss prevention standards including cash handling procedures, tip handling, cash deposits;
- Following responsible alcohol service guidelines as outlined by Employee Handbook for preparing and serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages in accordance with standard recipes; Checking identification based on legal and company guidelines
- Professional demeanor, polished appearance with the ability to exceed guest's expectations
- Maintain impeccable standards of cleanliness and appearance throughout all areas of the bar counter and displays before, during and after service
- Adhere to sanitation, safety, and alcohol beverage control policies
- Complete all assigned side work relevant to guest interactive service, in compliance with 80/20/30 rules
- Follow all company policies, procedures, and guidelines
- Consistently report to scheduled shifts on time and ready to work in proper uniform
- Operate ethically to protect the assets and image of the company
- Performs other duties and responsibilities as per business need
KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
- Must have 2+ years Bartender experience in a fine dining, high volume setting
- Knowledge of beer, wine, and cocktail construction
- Prior related experience requiring cash handling, excellent customer service, service recovery, and problem-solving skills
- Personable demeanor, instinctive nature, and ability to deliver world-class hospitality
- Ability to think quickly and multi-task in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to communicate effectively and eloquently, both verbal and written
- Ability to take direction and execute
- High standards for cleanliness of workspace and service areas
- A desire to advocate on behalf of the guest as well as notice and pursue when a guest is dissatisfied
- Professional demeanor, polished appearance with the ability to exceed guest's expectations
- Ability to work in an ever-changing environment
- Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
- Strong work ethic and customer-focused approach
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