Cocktail Server/Server

Hi!

Thanks for your interest in working at Bellemara Distillery, New Jersey’s Single Malt Distillery. We produce a range of products including Single Malt Whisky, Gin, Liqueurs, and bottled cocktails. We serve those products in tastings and cocktails to guests in our 64 seat Tasting Room. We love distilling, but we are also passionate about helping people discover new ways to enjoy cocktails and spirits, and we need your help to create a memorable tasting room experience for our guests.

We are looking for a Server to fill a full-time position (typically Thursday-Sunday shifts). Compensation starts at $10/hr base. The server position is a tipped postion so actual compensation will be approximately $22-28/hr based current flow and sales.

Please note, this is a year-round full-time position. Seasonal or part-time applicants will not be considered. Applicants unable to commit to a Thurs-Sun schedule will not be considered.

https://www.bellemaradistillery.com/

Why work with us?

For our guests to have the best experience, a great work environment for our employees is paramount. We offer a higher than industry standard base hourly wage before tips. We aim to create a space where everyone feels safe and welcome regardless of race, gender, or sexuality. Everyone will have the opportunity to bring their creativity and assist in the development of new cocktails. Join our team and develop your spirits and cocktail knowledge!

Experience:
One year of recent cocktail serving or food table service required.

Roles and Responsibilities Include:

• Server – table side service of cocktails. Monitor guest needs throughout their experience, offering recommendations and responding to any questions
• Busser/Runner – run drinks to tables and turn over tables; maintain cleanliness of tasting room
• Ambassador- be able to answer questions about all things Bellemara from general cocktail questions to more in depth information about our products
• Host- greet and seat guests
• Barback – assist with dishes, polishing glassware, preparation of cocktail ingredients and garnishes, preparation of some cocktails.
• Keep the bar, prep room, and tasting room clean, sanitized, and organized
• Understand and adhere to all liquor serving and handling laws

Requirements:

• Should have an interest in craft distilling and cocktails
• Must be at least 21 years old
• Must be able to comfortably serve a section 50 covers
• Must be available to work standard schedule of Thursday-Sunday afternoons/evenings with occasional Tuesday and Wednesday evening shifts.
• Must demonstrate a professional demeanor and warm personality
• Must be clean and organized with an eye for detail
• Must be willing and able to execute checklists for sidework, setup, cleaning, and breakdown
• Should be able to carry a full tray of drinks up and down stairs
• Must possess strong time and task management skills
• Must be reliable, consistently on time, and willing to communicate openly
• Must be team-oriented and willing to learn

If interested, please apply with a resume, one reference from recent employer, and a brief statement describing why you’d be a good fit for our team.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $10.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Application Question(s):

• Are you 21 years of age or older? (Applicants not of legal drinking age will not be considered).
• Are you able to regularly work a full-time Thursday- Sunday schedule? (Part-time and/or seasonal job applicants will not be considered).

Ability to Commute:

• Hillsborough, NJ 08844 (Required)

Work Location: In person