Razzoos Bartender

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Work Schedule

Rotating Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts

Job Description

Razzoo's Cajun Cafe is a vibrant full-service restaurant known for its authentic Cajun and Creole cuisine, lively atmosphere, and exceptional hospitality. The establishment prides itself on delivering a memorable dining experience to each guest, combining flavorful dishes with a warm, welcoming environment. As a well-established player in the food and beverage industry, Razzoo's places a strong emphasis on providing excellent customer service while maintaining strict compliance with health, safety, and liquor laws. The restaurant fosters a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and ongoing training to ensure that all team members contribute positively to the guest experience and operational success.

The role of a Bartender at Razzoo's Cajun Cafe is pivotal in creating a dynamic and enjoyable atmosphere for guests while upholding the highest standards of liquor service. This position involves serving food and beverages, including alcoholic drinks, either directly to guests or through the service well, with friendliness and efficiency. Bartenders are entrusted with the responsibility to deliver exceptional hospitality to every guest, suggest food and drink items to enhance guest satisfaction, and expertly know liquor brands as well as Razzoo's specialty drinks. The role requires adherence to all Alcohol Beverage Control (ABC) regulations, including careful age verification and managing guest liquor consumption responsibly. Additionally, bartenders must maintain cleanliness and organization within the bar area, prepare drinks in accordance with established recipes, and handle cash transactions accurately.

This position requires someone who can efficiently balance multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, maintaining a professional demeanor while working in close quarters behind the bar and navigating the busy dining area. Bartenders are expected to contribute to the overall smooth operation of the bar by managing inventory, stocking liquor deliveries, cleansing equipment, and expediting food orders when necessary. Attention to safety, sanitation, and compliance is paramount, with the necessity to report any unsafe conditions and strictly follow the company's policies and procedures. Beyond beverage service, bartenders may also slice and pit fruit for garnishing, arrange attractive displays of bottles and glasses, and assist in controlling the operations of the bar to optimize guest satisfaction.

Employing this role means joining a team committed to excellence and continuous improvement. Candidates will be required to complete Razzoo's specialized training program, as well as obtain the necessary ABC and Food Handlers certifications as mandated by local laws. While prior experience in a full-service restaurant environment is advantageous, it is not mandatory, opening opportunities for motivated individuals passionate about delivering outstanding food and beverage service. This role demands physical stamina, including the ability to stand and walk for entire shifts, lift and carry items up to 40 pounds, and swiftly move around dining and kitchen areas. The ideal candidate will possess keen attention to detail, manual dexterity, and excellent auditory capabilities to communicate effectively amidst a bustling, noisy environment.

Overall, the Bartender position at Razzoo's Cajun Cafe offers an exciting and rewarding opportunity for those seeking employment in the hospitality industry, where guest interaction, skillful drink preparation, and adherence to industry regulations are key components for success. Employment terms include compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local statutes, with a strong emphasis on delivering quality service while ensuring a safe and clean work environment at all times.

Job Requirements

  • Must be of legal age to serve liquor in compliance with federal, state or local laws
  • must be of legal age to operate certain equipment in compliance with federal, state or local laws
  • must be able to bend, stoop, lift and carry items up to 40 lbs, and 40+ lbs with assistance
  • stand and walk during entire shift
  • ability to hear with accuracy over loud background noise
  • 20/20 near vision with correction
  • manual dexterity
  • must successfully complete Razzoo's training for this position
  • ABC certification as required by state or local laws
  • food handlers certification as required by state or local laws

Job Qualifications

  • ABC Certification – as required by state or local laws
  • Food Handlers Certification – as required by state or local laws
  • Experience in full service restaurant environment is helpful, but not required
  • Successful completion of Razzoo’s training for this position is required
  • Must be of legal age to serve liquor in compliance with federal, state or local laws
  • Must be of legal age to operate certain equipment in compliance with federal, state or local laws
  • Must be able to bend, stoop, lift and carry items (ice, plates, trash, etc.)
  • up to 40 lbs., and 40+ lbs
  • Ability to hear with accuracy over loud background noise
  • 20/20 Near Vision, with correction – the ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer)
  • Manual Dexterity – the ability to quickly move hand, hand and arm, or two hands to grasp, manipulate or assemble objects

Job Duties

  • Position Overview: Serves food and drinks, including alcoholic beverages, to guests directly (or through service well) in a friendly and timely manner
  • Deliver Hospitality to every guest
  • Suggest food/drink items
  • Know liquor brands, basic liquor drinks and Razzoo’s specialty drinks
  • Collect payment for all purchases following appropriate Company procedures
  • Conduct age verification for alcohol service following ABC requirements and Company procedures at all times
  • Reconcile cash drawer and daily sales receipts at end of shift
  • Manage guest liquor consumption effectively and in accordance with ABC requirements and Razzoo’s Liquor Service Agreement
  • Maintain ongoing cleanliness of glasses, utensils, bar equipment, bar tops, work areas and tables
  • Fill drink orders directly from guests and from service well printer
  • Defer all guest questions regarding allergies to the Manager on Duty
  • Serve liquor, beer and wine directly to guests
  • Prepare drinks in accordance with Razzo’s drink recipes and procedures
  • Expedite and garnish food orders as necessary
  • Serve food items to guests seated in the bar area
  • Slice and pit fruit for garnishing drinks
  • Arrange bottles and glasses to maintain attractive displays and liquor cages
  • Plan, organize and control the operations of the bar
  • Stock liquor appropriately when liquor orders arrive
  • Empty trash cans using appropriate safety and sanitation measures
  • Alert appropriate personnel to immediately empty trash cans after broken glass has been disposed in them
  • Wash and sanitize hands after removing trash, eating and drinking, using the bathroom, touching own face or hair, or handling food prep
  • Maintain a clean and safe environment reporting any unsafe procedures or conditions to anyone in management
  • Comply with all applicable federal, state and local statutes as well as Razzoo’s policies and procedures
  • Perform additional responsibilities as requested by a manager at any time
  • Move about the dining and kitchen areas quickly and carefully
  • Stand/walk during entire shift
  • Enter and exit kitchen with full hands
  • Climb ladder when reaching for items that are on upper shelves
  • Narrow spaces behind bar, between dining tables and in kitchen area
  • Several guests and co-workers moving about at same time
  • Several guests or tasks to attend to at one time
  • Background noise, i.e., guests and employees speaking simultaneously, equipment noise and background music
  • Exposure to hot (kitchen) and cold (walk-ins) temperatures

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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