Bar Prep – AVA

Job Type: Location Type: On-site

 

RDG introduces its first restaurant-concept brand, MILA, which offers guests a culinary journey through exquisite MediterrAsian cuisine, opened in January 2020 in Miami Beach. Combining genuine hospitality, fine dining, and a sophisticated nightlife atmosphere, MILA has quickly become a premier destination within Miami’s upscale social scene.

At RDG, we are a collective of individuals dedicated to excellence and the art of sensory engagement. We embrace the rhythms of life and are motivated by the thrill of adventure. Our core principles focus on providing customers with immersive experiences, organic design, and a refined culinary journey.

DREAM IT
MILA has exceeded expectations in its initial two years, achieving remarkable success despite pandemic-related challenges and securing the #5 spot in The Restaurant Business Top 100 ranking. Building on this success, RDG has expanded into new concepts, including AVA MediterrAegean in Winter Park, Florida, CASA NEOS on the Miami River, Claudie (opened Feb 2025), and MM, a Membership Community. Upcoming projects include AVA’s second location in Coconut Grove and Casa Neos Lounge (Fall 2025), Noora and HONŌ Japanese Steakhouse (Spring 2026).

BUILD IT
RDG’s distinguished brand portfolio and exclusive membership program aim to create a network of venues and experiences that offer a unique lifestyle to guests and members in Florida. Our goal is to establish RDG as a leader in the luxury restaurant industry in the United States.

GROW IT
RDG has demonstrated rapid growth and is poised for significant economic expansion globally. We are actively exploring national markets such as New York City, Los Angeles, and Las Vegas, and international markets including Paris, London, Dubai, and Mexico City for potential expansion opportunities.

Summary:

As a Bar prep, his/her duties will consist of following the direction of the Lead Bartender to execute bar program recipes and assist bartenders in daily prep.

The Bar Prep is responsible for supporting the bar department and bar team in advance of the shift. This role involves bar setup, prep & stocking, batching cocktails, preparing juices and garnishes, organizing, maintaining overall cleanliness, and ensuring the efficiency of the bar and surrounding areas.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Setting up and stocking stations with all necessary supplies
• Answer, report, and follow management instructions.
• Cleanliness of prep area. Ensure that all proper sanitation practices are enforced when talking care of the area.
• Maintaining pars of bar garnishes, juices, cocktail batches, syrups, etc.
• Restock all inventory: liquor, wine, juices, glassware, etc.
• Setting up bar with appropriate mise en place

Requirements/Qualifications:

• 1+ years of experience in restaurants

Other Skills and Knowledge:

• Proven restaurant experience, including but not limited to experience as a prep cook, barback, bartender, or server.
• Excellent understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures
• Familiar with basic bar terms and ingredients
• Accuracy and speed in executing assigned tasks

• Strong verbal communication skills

Physical Demands And Work Environment:

• Be able to lift up to 50lb
• Be able to stand, twist, kneel, and move around for the entire duration of the scheduled shift
• Be comfortable frequently using your hands and wrists