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BARTENDER

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $9.75 - $18.25
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

flexible schedule
opportunities for growth
Top notch training
team member dining discount
Incentive bonus
wellness programs
health benefits
competitive earning potential
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Employee assistance program
employee perks
Community involvement
Cross training
Work family culture
Culture of belonging

Job Description

Chili's Grill & Bar is a beloved casual dining restaurant brand with a rich history dating back to its inception in Dallas, Texas, in 1975. Renowned for its vibrant and welcoming atmosphere, Chili's has established itself as a leader in the restaurant industry, famous for its Big Mouth burgers, house-smoked ribs, full-on fajitas, and hand-shaken margaritas. The company currently operates multiple locations across the stunning landscapes of Oahu, offering both guests and employees a dynamic and exciting environment. Chili's is dedicated to cultivating a culture of hospitality, excellence, and inclusivity, ensuring that every guest and team member feels valued and special. This commitment extends beyond just serving food and beverages; it is about creating memorable experiences through exceptional service, a warm atmosphere, and a dedicated team that shares a passion for what they do.

Joining Chili's as a Bartender means becoming part of an energetic team focused on delivering outstanding hospitality and making guests feel welcome through exceptional drink and food service. Bartenders at Chili's are not only responsible for mixing and serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages but also for engaging guests with friendly and efficient service while maintaining a clean, well-stocked bar. This role offers an excellent opportunity for individuals who are passionate about beverages, food, and customer interaction, providing a platform to grow professionally through various training programs and career advancement opportunities. Employment at Chili's includes flexible schedules designed to accommodate personal lives, competitive earning potential through wages and tips, and a comprehensive suite of benefits that enhance the overall work experience.

The role requires bartenders to be adept at preparing drinks according to standard recipes and company policies, managing transactions responsibly, observing and responding to guest needs proactively, and maintaining safety and sanitation standards throughout their shifts. Bartenders are expected to foster a cooperative and harmonious working environment with their colleagues to ensure high morale, productivity, and effectiveness within the team. Additionally, they play a vital role in upholding Chili's image by providing top-notch customer service, guiding guests in their food and beverage selections, and supporting fellow team members as needed. The company values a culture of belonging and encourages employees to be themselves, promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion across all operations.

Chili's offers a variety of benefits to its employees including flexible work schedules, growth opportunities through internal promotions and training, team member dining discounts, incentive programs, wellness and health benefits, employee assistance programs, and perks through partnerships with local businesses. The company is proud of its reputation as an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing employment opportunities without discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, gender identity, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, nationality, or any other protected class. Prospective employees looking for a fulfilling and dynamic career in the hospitality industry will find Chili's Grill & Bar to be an engaging and supportive workplace that values excellence, community involvement, and employee wellbeing.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • previous bartending or relevant hospitality experience preferred
  • ability to stand for long periods and perform physical tasks
  • excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • knowledge of drink recipes and beverage preparation
  • willingness to comply with all health and safety regulations
  • age 21 or older as required by state law
  • completion of Responsible Alcohol Service (RAS) training
  • ability to handle cash and POS transactions accurately
  • commitment to providing outstanding customer service
  • ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Job Qualifications

  • Ability to operate POS system, make change, and accurately conduct credit card transactions
  • ability to account for all monies (balance) at end of each shift
  • ability to calmly respond to angry or intoxicated guests and call to attention of manager
  • stands 100 percent of shift
  • reaches, bends, stoops, shakes, stirs, and wipes frequently
  • lifts up to 40 lbs several times per shift
  • ability to clearly verbalize and respond to guest
  • ability to read menu
  • frequent immersion of hands in water
  • ability to effectively request and review identification for age verification from each guest, as required by state and local laws
  • complete and pass the Responsible Alcohol Service (RAS) class with an 80 percent or better score in compliance with state requirement

Job Duties

  • Mixes ingredients such as liquor, soda, water, and sugar to prepare cocktails and other drinks
  • ensures that all drinks are prepared according to company recipes
  • serves wine, liquor, draft or bottled beer, and food to bar guests
  • prepares drinks for servers’ guests
  • collects payment for drinks and/or food served following company established accounting procedures for all transactions
  • observes guests and responds to their needs
  • guides guests in selecting food and beverage items
  • follows alcohol awareness procedures for preventing intoxication and dealing with intoxicated guests
  • prepares drinks and verifies correct pricing
  • enters all orders into the computer prior to presenting the beverage to the guest
  • possesses proficient knowledge of liquor quality and beverage preparation, and keeps updated on new and revised beverage recipes
  • ensures a clean and well-stocked bar
  • secures all monies at the end of each shift
  • adheres to all company safety and sanitation policies and procedures
  • keeps immediate supervisor promptly and fully informed of all problems or unusual matters of significance and takes prompt corrective action where necessary or suggests alternative courses of action in which may be taken
  • performs all duties and responsibilities in a timely and effective manner in accordance with established company policies to achieve the overall objectives of this position
  • displays a favorable image of Chili’s Grill & Bar at all times
  • maintains a favorable working relationship with all other company team members to foster and promote a cooperative and harmonious working climate that will be conducive to maximum team member morale, productivity, and efficiency/effectiveness
  • assists other team members as needed or when business needs dictate
  • ensures bar and restaurant guest drink orders are filled quickly and according to recipe
  • ensures daily bar inventories correspond with bar register totals and bar register is balanced
  • keeps bar area neat, clean, and properly stocked

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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