Head bartender job description

Job DescriptionPrepares all alcoholic beverages for guests and venue servers. Actively takes orders, conducts full and complete food/beverage service, and monitors guests’ bar/dining experience. Interacts with the bar guests, employees, and supervisors in a polite and courteous manner to ensure gracious hospitality.
Duties and Responsibilities:
including but not limited to


Maintain professional appearance standards as directed in the Tao Group Hospitality Employee Handbook. Anticipate and accommodate the needs of the guests. Provides professional and exceptional service. Demonstrates beverage preparation knowledge, dexterity, leadership, and organization. Participation and input towards maintaining operational systems such as well set up guides, batching recipes, and opening/closing checklists. Responsible for executing the training and development of new bartenders and barbacks as outlined in the employee training manual. Coordinates with management and Beverage department to maintain company standards. Participation and input towards recipe development with beverage team. Responsible for submitting weekly operations review form to all managers and beverage team. 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, be a team player. Possesses in-depth knowledge of all food and beverage menus and the company. 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. Properly sets-up the bar stations, performs side-work and other opening/closing procedures as directed by management, including: Reports all breakage, 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. Demonstrates knowledge of Tao Group Hospitality, its partners and supporting hotel environments.
Training Requirements:



Tao Group Hospitality in-venue bartender training, Alcohol Awareness Certification, Food Handling Certificate.
Minimum Education and Qualifications:



1-2 years of professional beverage experience. Previous bartending experience. Experience in a high-volume restaurant/nightclub/loun
Physical Demands and Work Environment:



Must be able to stand, lift and bend for extended periods of time. Must be able to bend and lift to 50 lbs. Role may include job duties or tasks requiring repetitive motion. Exposure to hot kitchen elements or cleaning materials. Must be able to work and remain focused in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment. Ability to work a flexible schedule inclusive of varying shifts such as days, evenings, weekends and holidays
If you are hired, we will require proof that you have received the COVID-19 vaccine or that you have a valid religious or medical reason not to be vaccinated.



This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. Tao Group Hospitality reserves the right to make changes in the above job description and all other duties assigned. Nothing herein shall restrict Tao Group Hospitality management’s right to assign or reassign tasks, duties, or responsibilities to this job at any time.


Tao Group Hospitality delivers distinctive culinary and premium entertainment experiences through its portfolio of restaurants, nightclubs, lounges, and daylife venues. Tao Group Hospitality acquired Hakkasan Group in April 2021. The combined company operates more than 60 entertainment dining and nightlife venues in over 20 markets across five continents and features a collection of widely recognized hospitality brands. These include TAO, Hakkasan, OMNIA, Marquee, LAVO, Beauty & Essex, Avenue, Cathédrale, Wet Republic, Yauatcha, Ling Ling, Sake no Hana, Casa Calavera, Jewel, Little Sister, and more. Tao Group Hospitality is part of Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. (MSG Entertainment) (NYSE: MSGE), a leader in live experiences


US Candidates Only


Tao Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Responsible for the setup, cleanliness, and breakdown of assigned bar area.
  •Bartenders are responsible for recipe knowledge, proper ringing of all products, and cash and credit card handling.
  •Create new and innovative cocktails and specialty drinks with the understanding of COGS, preparation, and delivery time while ensuring profitability.
• Mentor new and current bartenders and barbacks.
• Take full inventory of all bar products on a weekly basis.
• Provide recommendations for weekly orders to manager.
• Provide and create a fun, friendly and exciting experience for all guests to uphold all our standards for the proper service of alcohol as set forth by the Legends Hospitality.
  •Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Ability:

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
•Excellent customer service
•Can be trusted to act in a manner that is truthful and values direct, honest communication at all levels of the organization
•Strong interpersonal skills; can effectively communicate and relate to all levels within and outside the organization; creates and builds positive and productive relationships
•Responds quickly and effectively to changing trends and circumstances; embraces change and welcomes fresh perspectives; learns from past mistakes and adjusts accordingly
•Ability to manage appropriate steps to get projects completed; has strong abilities to organize people and processes; can create a plan for resourceful workflow
•Can manage resources to get projects completed; has a strong ability to multi-task and keep order
•Detail Oriented
•Ability to work independently and/or in a team environment
•Strong verbal and written communication skills
•Must have computer skills: Microsoft Office including Word, Excel.


QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have at least 3 year experience in a high volume bar.
  Must have a current Mandatory Alcohol Server Training Permit (MAST) and Washington State Food Handler's Permit
  •Must be able to lift 30 pounds without aid
  •Must be able to stand for an extended period of time without aid
  •Must be fluent in English
  •Cocktail menu planning and development
  •Must be available to work an irregular schedule
  •Must be able to work extended hours due to business requirements including late nights, weekends and holidays.
  •Ability to stand, sit, use of hands to handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms
• Ability to work nights, holidays, and weekends
  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision
  •The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Practice safe work habits, follow all safety policies and procedures and regulations, complete company-wide safety training and any additional job specific safety training.

Follow and encourage your team to follow all safety policies and procedures, including but not limited to looking for and reporting any unsafe work conditions, and complete company-wide safety training and any additional job specific safety training.
Report all safety incidents (injuries and illnesses) into the company's risk management system (Origami Risk) on the same day that the safety incident has been reported to you.


Behaviors



Preferred



Detail Oriented:
Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well


Leader:
Inspires teammates to follow them


Enthusiastic:
Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest


Motivations



Preferred



Self-Starter:
Inspired to perform without outside help


Flexibility:
Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals


Experience



Preferred



1 year:
3 Year experience in high Volume Bar


Licenses & Certifications



Required

• MAST Permit
• Washington State Food Handler's Permit

Competitive salary, commensurate with experience, and a generous benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and 401k plan.

Legends is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or genetic information.