Bartender

Loyal Legion is coming to Vancouver, and we're building our team from the ground up. This is a rare opportunity to be part of something from day one. We're looking for passionate, hospitality driven people who care about great beer, great service, and creating memorable experiences for guests. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, love working with a team, and want to help launch a new neighborhood staple, we'd love to meet you!

Working Conditions & Physical Demands:

Fast-paced and high-pressure environment, especially during peak dining hours.

Exposure to heat, steam, and varying temperatures in the kitchen and dining areas.

Standing and walking for extended periods, as well as frequent movement throughout the restaurant.

Interaction with customers, staff, and suppliers, requiring excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, to accommodate operational needs.

Potential exposure to noise levels, including kitchen equipment, customer conversations, and background music.

Adherence to strict food safety and hygiene standards, including handling of cleaning chemicals and potential exposure to allergensLifting and carrying moderate to heavy items, such as supplies, equipment, or inventory up to 75 pounds.

Bending, stooping, and reaching to access storage areas, equipment, or low shelves.

Manual dexterity and fine motor skills for tasks such as mixing and stirring cocktails, handling cash, operating POS systems, or adjusting equipment settings.

Stamina and endurance to sustain energy levels throughout long shifts and busy periods.

Visual and auditory acuity to assess and monitor the restaurant environment, observe staff performance, and identify any safety or operational concerns.

Ability to handle stress and multitask effectively in a dynamic and demanding work environment..Position SummaryAs a bartender, you will play a crucial role in creating a positive and memorable dining experience for our guests. Your exceptional cocktail-making skills, knowledge of beverages, and ability to provide excellent customer service will contribute to the overall success of our establishment.

Primary Duties and ResponsibilitiesPrepare and serve a wide variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages promptly and accurately, while maintaining high quality and consistency.

Provide excellent customer service: Interact with guests in a friendly and professional manner. Greet guests warmly, answer any questions they may have, and assist them in selecting menu items, taking into consideration dietary restrictions and preferencesMaintain a clean and organized bar area, ensuring all supplies and ingredients are readily available.

Follow all established recipes, measurements, and presentation standards to ensure the quality of the beverages served.

Handle cash and credit transactions accurately and efficiently, processing payments and providing guests with appropriate change.

Adhere to all relevant health and safety regulations, including proper handling and storage of alcoholic beverages, to ensure a safe environment for staff and guests.

Secondary Duties and ResponsibilitiesTake and deliver orders: Efficiently and accurately take food and beverage orders from guests, utilizing the restaurant's ordering system. Ensure accuracy and prompt delivery of orders to the kitchen and guests' tables.

Suggest menu items: Familiarize yourself with the menu offerings and make recommendations to guests, highlighting daily specials and promotions. Offer additional items such as appetizers, desserts, and beverages to enhance the dining experience.

Ensure guest satisfaction: Continuously anticipate and monitor guests' needs throughout their dining experience. Address any issues or concerns promptly and professionally. Provide timely refills, condiments, and additional requests to ensure guest satisfaction.

Collaborate with team members: Work closely with kitchen staff and servers to ensure seamless coordination and flow of service. Communicate any specific guest requests or modifications to the kitchen team.

Maintain cleanliness and organization: Set up tables and stations, ensuring they are clean and well-stocked with necessary items. Clear and reset tables efficiently to maintain a clean and inviting dining environment.

Skills and QualificationsPrevious experience as a Bartender in a full-service restaurant or similar setting.

In-depth knowledge of various alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, their ingredients, and proper preparation techniques, as well as knowledge of various beer styles and spirits.

Proficient in creating classic and innovative cocktails, as well as the ability to adapt to customer preferences and special requests.

Strong customer service skills with the ability to provide exceptional guest experience.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with guests, colleagues, and management.

Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, prioritizing tasks while maintaining attention to detail.

Basic math skills for accurate cash handling and making change.

Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems and experience handling transactions.

Knowledge of relevant health and safety regulations and commitment to maintaining a safe work environment.

Current Food Handler s permitCurrent MAST 12 permitFlexibility to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

Benefits Health insurance options available for full-time employees (minimum 30 hours/week)25% food discount for you and one guest at participating ChefStable restaurants; 50% discount at all Loyal Legion locationsEEOC StatementAs an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to fostering and celebrating an environment of diversity and inclusion, one that represents and supports the diverse cultures, perspectives, and experience of our staff. Our company has a zero tolerance policy towards hate speech, racism, homophobia, and all other forms of discrimination. We are committed to creating a workplace environment that is inclusive and respectful of all individuals, regardless of their race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, or any other personal characteristic. Any form of discrimination, including offensive language or behavior, will not be tolerated. All employees are expected to conduct themselves in a professional and respectful manner towards their colleagues. Violations of this policy will result in appropriate disciplinary action, up to and including termination