Bartender

The 5 Spot Sandfly is Seeking Experienced Full-Time & Part-Time Bartenders looking for a spot with a loyal, local clientele to be part of the dynamic team ata fast-paced, casual neighborhood restaurant with bar program.

Bartenders receive a tip-out and have their own sections when possible.

You bring the passion—we’ll provide the path! Our ideal candidate is passionate about hospitality and driven to build a long-term career in the industry. At our core, we believe in developing our team from within, offering the tools, training, and support needed to build lasting careers.

Why should you join us? Here’s what sets us apart. We offer:

• a positive, safe work environment with zero tolerance for harassment of any kind.
• 401K with company match.
• subsidized major medical coverage for our full-time team(we don’t just OFFER insurance, we PAY 65% of premiums for our FT team!).
• an excellent work/life balance.
• discounted shift meals.
• free mental healthcare for all employees through a partnership with Heads Up Guidance Services in Savannah.
• paid time off & sick leave for all employees regardless of full-time/part-time status.
• flexible scheduling.
• a management team that is willing to get in the trenches with you.

We believe that a happy, healthy team member is a better, more productive team member. We strive to help every employee in our company reach this goal!

Our focus is on the overall experience of the customer as well as the work environment of our team. This requires a commitment to empowering staff to go above and beyond expectations. With an emphasis on quality products, creative, comfortable atmospheres and an unwavering commitment to personal service, The 5 Spot strives to excel on all levels. If this sounds like an environment in which you could thrive, we want you to become part of our team!

Job Summary:

Provide professional, timely, accurate, friendly service while preparing the highest quality, creative beverages for every guest with the goal of creating loyal, repeat customers.

Bartender duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Knowledge and promotion of our The 5 Spot culture and brand.
• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks consistent with the restaurant’s standard drink recipes.
• Knowledge of all items on our menu.
• Check the identification of guests to verify age requirements for the purchase of alcohol.
• Monitor and observe guests to ensure they are happy with their food, drinks, and service, and respond promptly and courteously to correct any problems.
• Knowledge of and the ability to adhere to sanitation and cleanliness standards.
• Keeping the bar stocked according to company policies and procedures.
• Maintaining and contributing to a safe and respectful working environment for both staff and customers by using proper food handling skills and following workplace safety guidelines.
• Developing and implementing creative solutions to areas of potential improvement.
• Following all company operating policies and procedures.
• Supporting the actions and decisions of Management.

Job Requirements. The ideal candidate will:

• Be 21 years of age or older.
• Have knowledge of service and food and beverage, generally involving at least 2 years of front-of-the-house operations.
• Have a positive attitude, a strong work ethic, and the desire to be part of a team.
• Have the ability to stand on your feet for 8 hours, lift up to 50 lbs., bend, and reach.
• Have the ability to take direction.
• Have the availability to work mornings, weekends, and holidays.
• Have reliable transportation.
• Have excellent verbal, interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Have exceptional self-discipline and punctuality.
• Be committed to hard work and excellence, and will have a willingness to go “above and beyond.”
• Secure alcohol safety training within two weeks of hire.

Compensation:

• $6 per hour plus tips

GLGSAV is a collective body of hospitality-based businesses - The 5 Spot Midtown, b. Matthew’s Eatery, The 5 Spot Sandfly, Abe’s on Lincoln, and The 5 Spot Richmond Hill.Serving delicious, approachable food and drinks in uniquely beautiful, family-friendly atmospheres with exceptional guest service is our specialty!