Bartender Westlake - Nova Hospitality

Our mission goes far beyond delivering healthy and tasty meals to our guests. We are a purpose-driven organization, dedicated to and passionate about delivering nourishment, quite simply, at its very best. Whether it is sourcing the highest quality ingredients, constantly innovating our menu or taking care of our guests and team members as though they are family, we are relentless in our commitment to providing an unmatched dining experience of the highest level.


Who We're Looking For

We are looking for high-caliber, motivated hospitality professionals who are as equally passionate about health and wellness as they are about providing extraordinary guest service. 

This is a fun and rewarding opportunity! The pace is fast and the standards are high; we offer competitive compensation, medical/dental/vision available for you and your family, discounts at all of our restaurants for you to enjoy! 

What To Expect

• Always attentive to guests and team
• Share your  thorough knowledge of the food and beverage menu in order to answer all questions from guests and team
• Engage with guests and be able to recommend cocktails and suggest alternatives
• Serve food, wine, cocktails and beverages
• Follows craft cocktail recipes and ensure consistency
• Inputs all orders into the POS system accurately
• Clear and reset tables
• Demonstrate an understanding of our steps of service 
• Engage in communication and active listening to effectively deliver accurate messaging to both guests and teammates
• Willing and able to stay up to date on beverage trends, knowledge and internal practices
• Perform opening and closing side work
• Responsible to monitor, restock, and replenish bar par levels, inventory and supplies
• Keep track of inventory to ensure both bar and tables are appropriately stocked
• Ensure work area is in compliance with health codes at all times

Being Part of the Team

• Come to work not to just work, but be part of a community
• Not afraid to change or innovate
• Committed to learning all about the food and beverage we offer
• Comfortable with receiving feedback and brave enough to deliver it
• Living in the “We” and not always the “I or Me”
• Sometimes being in the weeds and ready to help each other clear a path
• Dedicated to learning and understanding
• You take responsibility and not leave it to others
• Genuine care for others
• You are kind
• You say "thank you" a lot during your shift!

You Should Have 

• Prefer (2) or more years of bar experience in a high volume fine or casual dining restaurant
• A valid TABC Certification and Food Handlers Certification is required and must be obtained before entering this position
• Proven knowledge and understanding of craft/creative cocktails and wine

PHYSICAL AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

• Must be able to stand or walk a minimum eight-hour shift.
• Must be observant and quick to respond to various situations while also multitasking and handling stressful situations.
• Must be able to twist, tow (push or pull), reach, bend, climb and carry objects as necessary.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Must have excellent communication skills and be able to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Must be able to work in a fast pace and high-volume environment in the presence of areas containing second hand smoke, high noise levels, dancing, bright lights and dust and communicate during this time – sometimes within a small area.
• Must be able to work inside and outside at all times of the year as needed, based upon business volumes.