Bartender & Servers (Experience Required) El Don Cocina & Cantina Lathrop, CA Job Details Part-time | Full-time $17 an hour 14 hours ago Benefits Paid time off Qualifications Customer communication Customer service In-person customer service English Beverage garnish preparation Guest rapport building Full Job Description El Don Cocina & Cantina , our modern Mexican restaurant and cantina, is seeking experienced Servers & Bartenders to join our team. We're looking for hospitality-driven team members who can provide polished, attentive service in a fast-paced restaurant and nightlife environment.

Important:

This is not an entry-level position . Please apply only if you have at least 1-2 years of serving or bartending experience and are comfortable working busy dinner, brunch, and event shifts.

Duties:

Provide friendly, attentive, and professional guest service. Take food and beverage orders accurately and efficiently. Maintain strong knowledge of our food, cocktail, tequila, and mezcal offerings. Make recommendations and confidently upsell food, cocktails, and premium selections. Bartenders must prepare cocktails consistently according to house recipes and standards. Maintain clean, organized, and properly stocked service and bar areas. Work closely with hosts, bussers, kitchen staff, and management to provide a smooth guest experience. Handle multiple tables or drink tickets efficiently during high-volume periods. Follow all alcohol-service, health, safety, and sanitation standards.

Skills & Requirements:

Minimum 1-2 years of restaurant serving or bartending experience. Experience in a high-volume restaurant, upscale-casual, lounge, or nightlife environment is a plus. Strong customer service and communication skills. Confident personality with the ability to engage guests professionally. Ability to multitask and remain composed during busy shifts. Bartenders should have knowledge of classic cocktails and proper shaking, stirring, dilution, garnishing, and drink presentation. Knowledge of tequila, mezcal, and Mexican cuisine is a plus. Must be dependable and available for evenings, weekends, brunches, and special events . Fluent in English; Spanish is a plus. We are looking for experienced hospitality professionals who understand that great service is just as important as great food and cocktails.

Pay:

$17.00 per hour

Benefits:

Paid time off Ability to

Commute:

Lathrop, CA 95330 (Required)

Work Location:

In person