Catalyst, a modern American cuisine restaurant located in Kendall Square, is searching for a bartender to join their FOH team.The bartender reports directly to the Restaurant Manager / Sommelier and collaborates with all departments and team members as needed.The right candidate must have a passion for creating crafted cocktails and extensive crafted beer knowledge.He / she is expected to deliver excellent service while maintaining Catalyst service standards and health and safety practices.
Catalyst Restaurant is dedicated to creating a positive and enthusiastic work environment that cultivates creativity and hard work.
Job Requirements / Qualifications :
* TIPS Certified
* Minimum of two years previous bartending experience
* Strong wine and spirits knowledge
* Ability to multi-task and handle stressful situations
* Critical thinking / problem solving skills
* Passionate about the hospitality industry and service
* Understand excellent service and the culture of hospitality
* Ability to develop positive relationships with guests and colleagues
* Treats guests and all team members with respect and professionalism
* Upholding the Catalyst vision statement and standards
* Cultivating a positive work environment
* AM / PM weekday availability and weekend availability
* Food safety training considered a bonus
Job Responsibilities :
* Greet guests and present menus
* Take food / beverage orders and communicate dietary restrictions to the guest and kitchen team
* Upsell when appropriate
* Maintain cleanliness of bar
* Setup / breakdown bar daily
* Preparing the bar for the following shift
* Prepare and serve selections of wines, spirits and cocktails from the menu while ensuring proper mixing and blending
* Assist with developing new cocktails for the beverage program
* Deliver checks and collect payments
* Adhere to all relevant health department rules / regulations and Catalyst standards
* Follow Catalyst steps of service
* Complete daily side work
* Correctly use POS system
Benefits :
* Paid PTO for Full-time Employees
* Medical and Dental Coverage
* 401K
* Catalyst is Closed for the Following Holidays (unless a private event is booked) : New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas
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