Bartender

The Social Bar & Kitchen is searching for a motivated and positive individual to join our team as a bartender. The successful candidate will play a role in contributing to our customer satisfaction and acquisition goals. To succeed in this role, you will need to have a positive attitude and ability to work well under pressure with the staff. Previous bartending experience in a fast-paced environment is greatly desired. Knowledge of craft cocktails and craft beer a major plus. We offer flexible work schedules and competitive pay in one of New London's biggest independently-owned restaurants.

Responsibilities

  • Pour beer & prepare drinks for the entire house, including bar patrons and service bar

  • Take food and drink orders from customers accurately and with a positive attitude

  • Enter orders into POS system for transmittal to kitchen staff

  • Engage with customers in a friendly manner

  • Knowledge of the menu, with the ability to make suggestions

  • Ensure patrons are enjoying their meals and take action to correct any problems

  • Prepare checks & collect payments from tables

  • Assist kitchen and front-of-house staff when necessary

  • Fulfill all necessary cleaning & side work

Qualifications

  • Ability to listen and communicate effectively

  • Ability to multitask efficiently

  • Strong organizational skills

  • Experience providing excellent customer service in a fast-paced environment

  • A positive attitude and ability to work well under pressure with cooks, managers and other staff

  • Able to perform high-quality work while unsupervised

  • Able to handle money accurately and operate a point-of-sale system

  • Knowledge of craft beer, spirits and/or wine are a plus

We are looking forward to receiving your application!