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Fonta Flora Brewery
Bartender
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
A Bartender mixes and prepares cocktails and serves drinks to customers. Works with other wait staff in a bar or restaurant; checks to be sure that customers are legal drinking age. May work at private parties.
$32,756 / year median in North Carolina
+14% projected growth
Job Description
That Fonta Flora Overview Located on the banks of beautiful Lake James and under the backdrop of the rugged Linville Gorge, we are an Appalachian farmhouse brewery situated on 15 acres of a historic dairy farm. Fonta Flora's mission is to highlight the biodiversity and bounty of North Carolina agriculture through an endless array of contemplative libations. At Fonta Flora, we celebrate this concept by harnessing impactful relationships that contribute to localized agricultural economics. From these intentional partnerships, we build our community by helping to sustain our local food systems and the people responsible for its success. This meaningful business model provides synergistic opportunities through collaboration and empowers us to continue pushing the boundaries of what it means to create beverages with a sense of place and agricultural purpose. We are currently seeking a part-time Bartender to serve our delicious beverages, share the story of Fonta Flora and create a welcoming atmosphere for guests. Job Purpose Our tasting rooms are a key part of our success as a company because they act as the space to showcase our beer, history, culture, and brand with visitors and regular guests alike. Our bar staff act as brand ambassadors when working in the taproom and should be knowledgeable about craft beer, our brand, while remaining attentive and focused to provide the best possible experience for guests. We hope to cultivate community through sharing meaningful experiences and an inclusive environment within our spaces. To be a successful bartender at Fonta Flora, one must work with the Front of House team to ensure that our guests receive warm, welcoming, prompt and seamless service in a fast-paced environment. Our bartenders practice proper pouring, take part in cleaning, setting up and breaking down the bar, maintaining and stocking clean glassware, stocking retail products, changing kegs, and taking on other duties as assigned by the Taproom Manager to ensure that the taproom operates smoothly. Prior craft beer bartending experience is a plus, but not a requirement. What is a requirement is a passion for learning about craft beer, enjoying working as part of a team, being efficient, reliable, trustworthy, and perceptive with excellent communication and time-management skills. ERRDAY Job Tasks Opening and closing duties, such as restocking retail items, setting up/breaking down taps, and ensuring the bar has clean towels, glassware, merchandise, etc. Cash handling and POS operations Maintain a positive attitude if/when challenging situations arise Staying on top of glassware: cleaning, collecting, restocking both within the taproom and in surrounding satellite bars and outdoor areas Changing kegs and moving empty kegs to their assigned location Checking draught taps and gas regulators to confirm that they are working properly Keeping the taprooms and outdoor spaces clean by wiping down surfaces, sweeping and mopping spills, picking up trash, etc. Keeping up with cleaning glassware, emptying trash and recycling bins frequently during shift, working as a team to rotate these duties on shifts with multiple bartenders Pouring and mixing liquor-based drinks and neat pours as part of our new and expanding liquor program Prepping garnishes and liquor drink-based ingredients as needed Keeping up with cleanliness of the Milking Parlor, clearing glassware and checking on status of trash and recycling on a regular basis on days that the space is open to the public Learning about our beers and our brand, knowing flavor profiles of our beers Learning about our non-branded beverage options, including liquor, wine, cider, and non-alcoholic beverages Greet and socialize with patrons
- cultivating a warm and welcoming environment Educate patrons on the beverage creation process, our wide range of offerings including guest beverages and snacks, as well as our history and brand Proper beer pouring Occasional Tap/Beer Line trouble-shooting Work closely with the Taproom Room Manager/ Assistant Taproom Manager Frequently stay involved with Basecamp, our project management/internal communication tool.
DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Passion for Fonta Flora Brewery and the craft beer industry Prior experience as a bartender preferred, but not required General knowledge of craft beer and the brewing process General knowledge of liquor, wine, cider, kombucha, and THC/CBD beverages Outgoing and friendly demeanor and enjoys a high level of public interaction Positive attitude and strong verbal communication skills Able to demonstrate integrity and mature judgment in handling all matters Ability to problem-solve and work independently in a changing and multi-tasking environment Customer service experience preferred Excellent organizational and time management skills Willing to work a minimum of 3 shifts a month Willing to work at both the Morganton and Nebo locations Willing to work weekdays, weekends, and special eventsPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires moderate physical efforts; carrying, bending, stretching, stooping, pulling and pushing Able to move around full kegs Able to use a hand truck and load cases of beer Able to stand for long periods of timePERKS:
- Fun and social work environment
Simple IRA:
Employer-matched retirement savingsEmployee Perks:
Discounts and beer perks
Team Culture:
Supportive, inclusive, and fun work environmentPay:
$14.00- $40.