Bartender - Taco Bamba Taqueria - Full-time / Part-time

It’s not just our music that’s turned up to 11, but our career opportunities too!

Ready for a career that’s full of flavor? Prepare yourself for Taco Bamba!

Chef Victor Albisu has more than a decade of experience in fine dining and upscale French, American and Latin American restaurants. He combines his culinary education with his Latin American heritage & his love of rock and roll music to bring a unique style of cuisine to Taco Bamba.

At Taco Bamba, we’re more than just tacos.  We believe that individuality, hard work, integrity, and respect are qualities to be coveted. Becoming part of the Taco Bamba family doesn’t just grant you a job – it empowers you with skills and a reputation that will last a lifetime.  We offer competitive pay, a flexible work schedule, and the opportunity to advance to other areas of our growing Taco Empire. More importantly, it’s a fun place to work!

We’re always looking for hard-working and unique individuals to accompany us on our mission of serving food with attitude.

Purpose of the Position: Provides full service dining experience that includes menu knowledge and cocktail preparation that follows Taco Bamba's recipes and policies.

Responsibilities:

·        Abide by Taco Bamba's policies concerning alcohol consumption and safety procedures to prevent over intoxication and underage selling.

·        Complete knowledge of food and bar menus, including bar batch recipes

·        Proper set up and breakdown of margarita machines, wells and other bar equipment

·        Correct labeling of produce and batches using proper day dots.

·        Interact with guests while maintaining a professional work environment

·        Responsible for operating the bar, processing cash and credit card transactions. Properly monitors inventory efficiently.

·        Keep a neat and organized work space (i.e. no empty drinkware or empty food trays in front of guests)

·        Assumes 100% responsibility for their guests experience

·        Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks consistent with the standard and Taco Bamba's drink recipes

·        Wash and sterilize bar service ware & equipment

·        Prepare garnishes for drinks and provide full service to guests.

·        Maintains bottles and mise en place in an attractive and functional manner to support efficient drink preparation and promotion of beverages

·        Present drink and food menus, make specific recommendations and answer questions regarding all menu items

·        Must adhere to order-taking guidelines: Greet customer, take order, upsell food and beverage, review order, offer receipt, and thank for business

·        Report all equipment problems and bar maintenance issues to General Manager

·        Responsible for the restocking and replenishment of bar inventory and supplies

·        Thank guests for their visit and invite them to return

·        Attends all scheduled employee meetings and brings suggestions for improvement.

·        Notify manager-on-duty any time a guest is not 100% satisfied with their experience

Experience and Skills:

·        Basic liquor, beer, and bar terminology knowledge

·        Faced paced restaurant environment

·        Understanding ServSafe Alcohol and Food Handling policies and procedures

·        Must be at least 21 years of age

·        Current ServSafe Alcohol and Food Handler's certificate

·        Previous experience preferred

·       Must be able to carry at least 40 lbs