Bartender

Water Grill is a renowned seafood restaurant established in 1989, dedicated to providing an exceptional dining experience centered around the freshest seafood selections of the season. As a premier seafood destination, Water Grill boasts a diverse and robust menu featuring an array of fish, lobsters, crabs, oysters, and other shellfish. The restaurant is known for its visually captivating space, highlighted by a guest-facing raw bar and saltwater tanks displaying live spiny lobsters and king crabs. This unique atmosphere not only enhances the dining experience but also offers guests memorable photo opportunities that complement the straight-from-the-water culinary offerings. Water Grill prides itself on its unwavering devotion to quality seafood and exceptional service, fostering a deep connection between the ocean's bounty and its guests.

Water Grill is currently seeking seasoned Bartenders who are passionate about the food and beverage industry and eager to advance their careers in a dynamic restaurant setting. This role demands individuals who are committed to delivering friendly, knowledgeable, and top-tier guest service that consistently exceeds expectations. As a bartender at Water Grill, you will be an integral part of a collaborative team environment where each member contributes to the overall success and high standards of the establishment. You will be trained to understand and perform all aspects of your position according to company standards and guidelines, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable experience for all guests.

The bartender role at Water Grill offers competitive wages, with a minimum wage of $19.29 per hour, which includes a tipped wage of $16.27 plus tip sharing that amounts to at least $3.02 per hour. Additional benefits include qualifying sick leave as per state or city regulations, a tenure incentive program rewarding loyalty, flexible working hours that support work-life balance, education reimbursement to encourage professional growth, and a generous dining discount for employees. These offerings reflect Water Grill's commitment to its crew members' well-being and career development.

Essential to this position is the ability to communicate effectively with guests, management, and coworkers, ensuring a smooth and pleasant interaction at all times. Bartenders are expected to maintain comprehensive knowledge of the bartender steps of service and adhere to the restaurant's rigorous quality standards. Responsibilities encompass opening duties, taking and inputting food and beverage orders using suggestive selling techniques, preparing and serving a variety of alcoholic beverages including craft and classic cocktails, wines, and champagnes, as well as non-alcoholic drinks. Maintaining cleanliness and organization of the bar area, upholding sanitation standards, and performing closing duties with accuracy and professionalism are also critical components of the role.

Water Grill values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of five years of experience as a bartender in a similar high-volume restaurant environment with a craft or classic cocktail program. Candidates must be at least 21 years old, hold a current California Food Handler's Card, and possess basic mathematical skills necessary for the role. A high school diploma or some college education is required. If you are passionate about delivering extraordinary guest experiences and want to be part of a prestigious seafood restaurant with a strong commitment to quality and sustainability, Water Grill invites you to apply and join their dedicated team. Embrace this opportunity to grow your bartending career in a setting that celebrates the ocean and its culinary treasures.