Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

TJ’s, The Jefferson Hotel’s signature restaurant, is seeking a professional, engaging, and guest-focused individual to join our team as a Bartender/Server . This afternoon and evening role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, luxury dining environment and enjoys creating memorable experiences both behind the bar and on the dining room floor.

Key Requirements

• Availability: Must be able to work afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Experience: Previous bartending and serving experience in a full-service or upscale restaurant required.
• Skills: Strong knowledge of cocktails, beer, and wine; excellent service skills; ability to multitask under pressure.
• Work Ethic: Must demonstrate punctuality, accountability, and the ability to balance bar and floor responsibilities seamlessly.
• Culture Fit: We value professionalism, enthusiasm, and a collaborative team spirit.

Basic Functions & Scope

• Provide exceptional beverage and dining service to guests in accordance with The Jefferson Hotel’s standards.
• Prepare and serve cocktails, wine, beer, and non-alcoholic beverages with accuracy and consistency.
• Take and deliver food orders, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Maintain the cleanliness and readiness of the bar, dining room, and service areas.
• Handle guest inquiries, recommendations, and concerns with professionalism and efficiency.
• Support smooth coordination between the bar and floor service teams.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Greet guests warmly and provide attentive, knowledgeable service throughout their visit.
• Accurately take food and beverage orders, process payments, and manage tabs.
• Mix, garnish, and serve drinks in accordance with recipes and guest preferences.
• Maintain stock, cleanliness, and organization of the bar and service stations.
• Monitor guest consumption and follow all alcohol service laws and hotel policies.
• Ensure proper table turnover and assist with service needs in the dining room.
• Collaborate with teammates and leadership to deliver seamless, luxury-level service.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–2 years’ bartending and serving experience in a full-service or upscale restaurant.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a polished, guest-minded approach.
• Dependable, punctual, and professional in appearance and behavior.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 30 lbs and remain on feet for extended periods.

Traits of a Successful Candidate

• Outgoing and engaging personality that builds genuine guest connections.
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment and adapts quickly to changing demands.
• Balances attention to detail with efficiency and urgency.
• Brings creativity and pride to cocktail preparation and service presentation.
• Team-oriented, dependable, and committed to delivering outstanding hospitality.

Why Join Us

At The Jefferson Hotel, we believe in creating unforgettable guest experiences — and that starts with an exceptional team. If you are passionate about hospitality, skilled in both bartending and service, and enjoy the vibrant pace of afternoon and evening dining, we would love to meet you.

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