Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Signing bonus
flexible schedule
Employee Discounts
Training and Development
Career growth opportunities

Job Description

On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina is a renowned restaurant chain specializing in Mexican cuisine and vibrant dining experiences. Known for its authentic dishes and festive atmosphere, On The Border offers guests a unique blend of traditional and contemporary Mexican flavors. The establishment prides itself on providing exceptional customer service, a lively environment, and high-quality food and beverages. With multiple locations across the country, On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina has become a favorite destination for families, friends, and food enthusiasts looking to enjoy a memorable dining experience.

The Mixologist role at On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina is a critical position dedicated to crafting an outstanding guest bar experience. This role involves not only preparing and serving a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, including cocktails, beer, and wine, but also building strong relationships with guests to ensure they feel valued and special. The Mixologist is expected to engage guests warmly, recognize their needs through verbal and visual cues, and customize service accordingly to exceed their expectations.

In addition to creating delightful drinks, the Mixologist plays a vital role in the overall bar operations by efficiently managing orders, accurately processing transactions via the POS system, and ensuring compliance with all food and beverage safety regulations. They must possess in-depth knowledge of the menu and beverages to effectively recommend and upsell items, contributing to the restaurant's sales and guest satisfaction.

This full-time position offers new team members a $300 signing bonus, emphasizing the company’s commitment to attracting dedicated and enthusiastic individuals. The ideal candidate will have excellent customer service skills, a positive and energetic attitude, and a strong work ethic. Previous experience in mixology or other front-of-house roles such as bartender, bar-back, server, or waiter is highly beneficial for success in this role.

Overall, joining On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina as a Mixologist means becoming part of a dynamic team focused on delivering an exceptional dining and social experience. The restaurant’s vibrant environment and dedication to guest satisfaction provide an excellent opportunity for career growth and skill development within the hospitality industry.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma preferred or equivalent
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Energetic and positive demeanor
  • Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
  • Excellent verbal communication skills
  • Knowledgeable about menu and customer-related policies
  • Previous experience as restaurant mixologist, bartender, bar-back, server, waiter/waitress, runner, front of house, or other FOH restaurant job

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma preferred or equivalent
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Energetic and positive demeanor
  • Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
  • Excellent verbal communication skills
  • Knowledgeable about menu and customer-related policies
  • Previous experience in mixology or other front-of-house roles

Job Duties

  • Greet guests with a genuine smile and build rapport
  • Look for visual and verbal cues to customize service
  • Promptly and accurately take food and beverage requests
  • Ensure expedient service of food and beverages
  • Learn menu and beverages to recommend and upsell items
  • Accurately ring orders into the POS system
  • Prepare alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
  • Assess guests’ needs and make recommendations
  • Comply with all food and beverage regulations

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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