Job Overview
Benefits
401(k)
Dental Insurance
employee discount
Health Insurance
Health savings account
Paid Time Off
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Retirement Plan
Vision Insurance
Job Description
Canvas Restaurant & Market is a premier dining establishment located in the vibrant Lake Nona community, renowned for its unique menu that features New American cuisine deeply influenced by Florida’s Southern and Latin American roots. The restaurant prides itself on using seasonally sourced local produce and fresh Atlantic seafood to create memorable culinary experiences. Serving lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch, with breakfast options available in the market, Canvas offers guests a diverse and dynamic dining experience. As part of the Tavistock Restaurant Collection, Canvas benefits from being associated with a nationally recognized group of restaurant concepts. This membership opens a world of unique growth opportunities for employees within an ever-expanding and innovative organization dedicated to excellence in the hospitality industry. The company fosters a people-focused culture, emphasizing professional development, competitive pay, and employee well-being.
The Bar Back position at Canvas Restaurant & Market is critical in delivering genuine hospitality and enhancing guests’ overall dining experiences. This role supports the bar team by ensuring the bar remains fully stocked with fresh ingredients, plateware, glassware, and all necessary materials. The Bar Back is also responsible for maintaining cleanliness and organization behind the bar, assisting the bartenders and servers to provide outstanding service and ensure guest satisfaction. This role requires a proactive approach, impeccable attention to detail, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. The Bar Back contributes significantly to the teamwork and success of the restaurant by effectively communicating with team members and guests, maintaining professional grooming and uniform standards, and handling guest concerns with professionalism and urgency. Working as a Bar Back at Canvas offers valuable exposure to a thriving hospitality environment where employees are encouraged to develop their skills and advance their careers within the Tavistock Restaurant Collection network. This position offers an excellent opportunity to join a thriving community-focused restaurant that values dedication, hospitality, and a strong team spirit.
The Bar Back position at Canvas Restaurant & Market is critical in delivering genuine hospitality and enhancing guests’ overall dining experiences. This role supports the bar team by ensuring the bar remains fully stocked with fresh ingredients, plateware, glassware, and all necessary materials. The Bar Back is also responsible for maintaining cleanliness and organization behind the bar, assisting the bartenders and servers to provide outstanding service and ensure guest satisfaction. This role requires a proactive approach, impeccable attention to detail, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. The Bar Back contributes significantly to the teamwork and success of the restaurant by effectively communicating with team members and guests, maintaining professional grooming and uniform standards, and handling guest concerns with professionalism and urgency. Working as a Bar Back at Canvas offers valuable exposure to a thriving hospitality environment where employees are encouraged to develop their skills and advance their careers within the Tavistock Restaurant Collection network. This position offers an excellent opportunity to join a thriving community-focused restaurant that values dedication, hospitality, and a strong team spirit.
Job Requirements
- High school education
- Previous hospitality experience preferred
- Ability to communicate (speak, read, and write) in English
- Must meet local, legal minimum age requirement to serve alcoholic beverages
- Coordination skills allowing proper pouring and carrying of several drinks and plates at the same time
Job Qualifications
- High school education
- Previous hospitality experience preferred
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Ability to multitask and maintain attention to detail
- Willingness to learn and adapt
- Ability to maintain a professional attitude and appearance
- Good problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage guest interactions with professionalism and courtesy
Job Duties
- Maintain proper grooming and uniform standards
- Deliver genuine hospitality to and establish emotional connections with our guests
- Contribute to the overall teamwork and success of the restaurant
- Communicate effectively with guests and team members
- Restock liquor, beer, and wine throughout shift
- Clean the bar area ensuring it is constantly organized
- Empty the trash throughout the shift, when necessary
- Stock sanitizer bucket and change at a minimum every two hours or earlier when necessary
- Polish silverware and glassware
- Execute beverage tray service
- Answer guest questions regarding food and beverage offerings
- Adhere to all alcohol awareness procedures
- Handle guest complaints professionally and alert a manager immediately
- Process payments and handle cash professionally and accurately
- Communicate with managers and hosts regarding table availability and key table updates
- Follow up with guests about their meal and dining experience to ensure great guest satisfaction
- Maintain a high level of cleanliness and sanitation
- Demonstrate professional and gracious demeanor at all times
- Perform all opening, running, and closing duties accurately
- Perform any job function requested by the management team
Job Criteria
Experience
No experience required
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