Bartender | PLANTA Brentwood

PLANTA is building a team of inclusive, strategic, and dynamic individuals that embody a leadership style that promotes equity, productivity, and workplace satisfaction. Our mission is to MAKE AN IMPACT. We achieve this through our dynamic team composed of champions across all realms of the hospitality industry - from creative and marketing to culinary, beverage, and, beyond creating the ultimate guest experience.

Our love for hospitality extends further than our dedication to creating amazing guest experiences; it’s our duty to develop our team of professionals to become the next industry leaders; it’s our quest to find the finest ingredients; it’s our social responsibility to become a more sustainable organization every day.

What you will find at PLANTA is passion without pretense; a unique group that loves coming to work every day shouts good morning, rolls up their sleeves, and works together to create innovative techniques to redefine hospitality.

BARTENDER

Reporting to the Restaurant Leader, the Bartender is genuinely enthusiastic about the guest’s overall beverage experience, whether it's providing an outstanding classic cocktail or creating an innovative drink. They take pride in their food, wine, and spirit knowledge and are passionate about everything mixology. They display natural showmanship, have great communication skills, and have a strong eye for detail.

WHAT'S ON YOUR PLATE:

• Champions the brand’s vision and values and contribute to a culture of positivity and high standards where all employees CHASE perfection in everything they do
• Create an environment that is warm, welcoming, and filled with positivity for guests and employees
• Uphold our standards at all times and treat everyone with courtesy and respect
• Create a world-class guest experience through interactions and following PLANTA steps of service
• Mix and Serve drinks following set standard recipes
• Oversee the overall operation of the bar; POS, set up, tear down, mise en place, etc.
• Maintain the cleanliness and appearance of the bar, equipment + supplies
• Uphold complete knowledge of all menu items, liquor brands, beers, and non-alcoholic selections
• Provide Barbacks direction and coaching to ensure proper operation of the bar and assist them when necessary
• Be aware of all inventory behind the bar. When requested, count and take inventory of all beverages and supplies
• Complete opening, closing, and side-duties efficiently
• Perform assigned side work
• Be available to fill in as needed to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the restaurant as directed by the management team
• Creating a positive experience for all our guests, both educational and engaging
• Providing attentive service, while being professional, focused, and reliable
• Having strong attention to detail and the ability to retain and clearly articulate details of bar offerings, and beverage program
• A desire to create innovative cocktails and drive to continue learning
• A passion and excitement about hospitality, wines, and cocktails
• Ability to work under pressure and high-stress environments
• Responsible for cash handling and accurate reporting, as the venue will lend a cash float for service
• Responsible for accurate reporting of spillage and mistakes, that this must be recorded on POS or spillage tracking sheet.
• Responsibility for safe + informed ordering for allergen guests.

INGREDIENTS YOU'LL BRING TO THE TABLE:

• Fully understand and embody Chase PLANTA's can-do attitude, demonstrating a level of passion and dedication where no task is beneath you.
• 3+ bartending experience in a similar high-volume cocktail driven environment, that includes a full-service wood and service bar
• Thrive in a collaborative environment
• A proactive team player that embodies our spirit of entrepreneurship and mutual respect
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities
• Strong knowledge of spirit, wine, and beer, with the ability to speak to this fluently with guests
• Attention to detail and a holds an esteemed degree for steps of service and fine dining
• Smart Serve Certification is a requirement
• Excellent communication (written & verbal) and interpersonal skills
• Strong computer skills with sound knowledge of Microsoft Excel & Word
• Results orientated, self-motivated, and highly organized with an eye for detail
• Must be able to stand/walk for 8 hours; bend, push, pull; lift 30 lbs
• Committed to safety and good environmental practices in the workplace
• Degree/ Diploma in Hospitality, WSET, Prud’homme or equivalent considered an asset
• Full-time flexible hours are required (days, nights, weekends, holidays) or as agreed with your hiring manager

WHY YOU'LL LOVE WHAT YOU DO WITH PLANTA:

• Opportunities to grow and develop your career with our ever-growing company
• Mentorship and guidance by top hospitality professionals in the city
• Employee discounts for ClassPass and Equinox Memberships
• Medical and dental benefits for eligible employees
• 50% Discounts at all full-service PLANTA wide concepts
• **Shift meal provided**

At PLANTA we do not tolerate any form of discrimination in the workplace, including during the recruitment stages. As such, all applications are viewed by our diverse recruitment team that uses a holistic and equitable approach. PLANTA is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans status, Aboriginal/Native American status or any other legally-protected factors. Disability-related accommodations in accordance with the Americas with Disabilities Act during the application process are available upon request.