Bartender Oak Laguna Beach 1100 South Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, CA 92651

Job Description

We are seeking a creative and experienced LEAD BARTENDER who specializes in mixology to join our team Oak. As the Lead Bartender, you will be responsible for curating an exceptional bar experience, developing innovative cocktails menus, and leading our bartender team. The ideal candidate has a passion for mixology, strong leadership skills, and a deep understanding of flavor pairings, spirits, and presentation.

Pay Rate

$25/hr, depending on experience plus tip

Oak is a modern California cuisine restaurant with a great vibe and ambiance. Including indoor and outdoor seating amidst the view of Laguna Beach.

Oak has an excellent career opportunity for the right individual who has a true passion for food with the desire and drive to provide exceptional customer service and hospitality to our patrons as well as the staff.

Responsibilities

• Job Description
• • greet customers and present beverage menus
• • make recommendations and answer all related inquiries
• • check identification of customers to verify they are of legal drinking age
• • take orders from serving staff or directly from customers
• • record drink orders accurately into register system
• • prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks in accordance with standard recipes
• • peel, slice, and pit fruit for garnishing drinks.
• • mix and garnish cocktails according to standard specification
• • serve snacks to customers seated at the bar
• • upsell drink and snack items to customers
• • respond promptly to requests from customers in a polite and professional fashion
• • arrange glasses and bottles into attractive and functional displays
• • ensure clean glasses, bar equipment and working areas
• • comply with all health, safety and hygiene standards and policies
• • balance the cash register at the start and close of each shift
• • monitor inventory
• • order and restock bar inventory
• Skills and Experience
• • minimum age requirement of 21 years
• • working knowledge of standard drink recipes
• • working knowledge of spirits, wine, and beer
• • understanding of classes of alcohol, different glasses, brand names and garnishments
• • working knowledge of bar equipment
• • knowledge and education in mixology an advantage
• • able to work flexible schedules
• Key Competencies
• • customer service orientation
• • communication skills
• • interpersonal skills
• • team member
• • high energy level
• • handle a fast-paced work environment