Bartender

Vecino is a James Beard-nominated modern Mexican restaurant and agave bar opening in Cleveland's Tremont neighborhood. Named one of the 41 best Mexican restaurants in the country by The New York Times, with recognition from Esquire, Eater, the Detroit Free Press, and 50 Best Discovery.

Everything starts with masa and fire. Heirloom corn, nixtamalized and ground fresh each morning on an in-house molino. A kitchen that cooks over live wood fire, drawing on Mexico City, Oaxaca, and the Great Lakes. Now hiring the opening team in Cleveland.

Vecino Bartenders manage the full guest experience at each bar seat, taking orders, delivering food and returning during the meal to address drinks, refills and special requests.

They answer questions about menu items and make recommendations based on guest preferences. Bartenders also coordinate with kitchen and servers to keep orders accurate and service on schedule.

Responsibilities

• Verify the customers’ ages
• Mix traditional and creative cocktails, batching when needed
• Process payment
• Clean glasses and bar utensils
• Make suggestions based on customer tastes and preferences
• Record and balance cash receipts and prepare cash deposits
• Open and maintain tabs throughout their shift
• Build a rapport with regular customers to create a positive atmosphere
• Keep bar stocked and clean throughout the shift
• Daily cleaning duties as required by management
• Completion of all side work, before, during, and after the shift as required by management
• Cleaning and arranging tables in the dining room
• Assisting all staff in the service of restaurant guests
• Running food and drinks
• Staying active and attentive to all guest’s needs at all times

Requirements

• Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations
• Knowledge of mixology for traditional and creative cocktails
• Understanding of unique and complementary flavor pairings
• Impeccable customer service and social perceptiveness
• Ability to evaluate customer satisfaction and be responsive
• Ability to enforce company policies regarding the consumption of alcohol
• Accountability in maintaining inventory and processing payments
• Physical ability to stand or walk for long periods of time

Expected hours: 30.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Paid training

Work Location: In person