Bartender

Industry: Restaurant-Food Service

Company: New Waterloo

Job Details

Job Location
South Congress Hotel – Austin, TX

Position Type
Full Time

Salary Range
$20.00 – $20.00 Hourly

Job Category
Restaurant-Food Service

Description

OTOKO is hiring for a Bartender

OTOKO is a 12-seat Japanese restaurant at the South Congress Hotel in Austin, Texas. The multi-course omakase experience at OTOKO blends Tokyo-style sushi and Kyoto-style kaiseki into a unique tasting menu selected and prepared by our chefs based on ingredient availability and seasonality.

JOB SUMMARY

A Bartender is responsible for mixing and serving drinks, serving bar guests, and preparing items necessary for

service while adhering to state liquor laws and regulations. Bar service at New Waterloo is about combining great

hospitality along with technical skills and warm personalities to create an upbeat, inviting environment. The person

having this role must possess good communication skills and have the ability to resolve conflict with a thorough

understanding of company policies.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS + RESPONSIBILITIES

• Adhere to all standards of operations, policies and procedures, manuals, training material, memos, and verbal instruction
• Greet all guests in close proximity and make each feel important by providing a genuine welcome
• Check guest’s identification to verify minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages
• Prepare and serve beverages promptly and consistently, adhering to the outlet’s recipes and procedures
• Maintain bottles, glasses, bar tools, and garnishes in an attractive and functional manner to support efficient drink preparation and promotion of beverages
• Maintain product knowledge to inform guests of daily specials, answer questions about menu items, and make recommendations upon request
• Take food and beverage orders, enter them into the POS system and send them to the kitchen; See to eachm guest’s special needs, including any allergies or dietary restrictions
• Assist in the restocking and replenishing of bar inventory, prep, and supplies
• Wash and sterilize glassware, utensils, and bar equipment
• Maintain revenue by preparing checks that itemize total costs + sales taxes and collect accurate payments from guests
• Maintain a high level of cleanliness in all areas of the bar including counters, bar top, sinks, utensils, shelves, and storage areas
• Ensure open lines of communication with all departments and management via email, logbooks,
• meetings, etc. to ensure all needs of the outlet are met
• Ensure immediate response is given to guest comments and concerns; inform immediate supervisor and apply corrective measures when necessary
• Ensure that all equipment is maintained in good, safe working condition
• Maintain an increased awareness of safety issues throughout the property and keep abreast of safety and emergency procedures and OSHA requirements
• Attempt to limit issues and liability related to excessive drinking by responsibly serving alcohol, having an awareness of signs of intoxication, and taking appropriate measures to ensure the safety of our guests
• Assist bar management with creating beverage menus, ordering and receiving supplies, and maintaining bar inventory
• Be available to fill in as needed to ensure the efficient operation of the outlet as directed by the outlet manager
• Attend relevant meetings as directed

BENEFITS

We are proud to offer competitive wages and the following benefits for full-time employees:

• Up to 3 weeks paid time off annually
• 50% off discount at most New Waterloo restaurants
• Health, vision + dental benefits
• 401K matching
• Paid holidays
• Volunteer pay
• Tuition reimbursement
• Referral bonuses
• Discounts at our shops, hotels + local partnerships

ABOUT NEW WATERLOO

New Waterloo is a community-centric independent hospitality company based in Austin, Texas. We use our platform to intentionally empower and get behind the choices of our people and communities – creating environments that sustain lasting social impact. Our team of hospitality experts provide the resources, talent, passion, and collaboration necessary to foster thoughtful places and thriving businesses. Our brands include South Congress Hotel, Revival Hotel, El Capitan Hotel, La Condesa, Sway, Cafe No Se, Manana, Maie Day, Otoko, Watertrade, Il Brutto, Butler Pitch & Putt, Albert Hotel, Fidelity Hotel and Trick Hat Workway.

New Waterloo is an equal-opportunity employer and values diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.