BartenderRuth's Chris Steak House
West Des Moines, IA14 days ago
Highschool diploma or G.E.D, • Prior bartending experience, • Must maintain a current valid permit to serve alcohol as required by the State for which services are provided, • Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment effectively and efficiently, • Must be able to work a flexible schedule and expect to work weekends, nights, and holidays, • Restaurant Operations Aptitude/Mastery (FOH Service Team Members): advanced knowledge of the stations and roles in FOH, the style of service, how to correctly set and clear a table, the correct way to stock a service station, use of any server tools that might exist, proficiency with point-of-sale systems, and a tireless desire to optimize each interaction with the guests meeting all defined service protocols and the demands and needs of each guest, • Beverage Service Aptitude: advanced knowledge of wide variety of craft cocktails, spirits, and wine, with the ability to apply such knowledge to craft a cocktail; present, open and pour wine; and guide a guest in the decision making process based on a guest’s likes, dislikes and price point while applying upselling techniques, as well as familiarity with responsible serving requirements, point-of-sale systems, tracking of inventory and ordering to maintain a fully stocked bar and wine reserves. The ability to deliver information in person, in writing, and in a digital world, • Conflict Resolution: Proven ability to facilitate the prevention of and/or de-escalation and resolution of conflict while preserving a professional relationship with colleagues, guests, vendors, clients, etc., • Customer Focus: Proven ability to gain insight into customer needs, identifying opportunities that benefit the customer, building and delivering solutions to meet customer expectations and establishing and maintaining loyal customer relationships, • Inclusive Excellence: Proven ability to understand and respect different perspectives and cultures, demonstrating sensitivity to cultural norms, expectations, and ways of communicating, contributing to a work climate where differences are valued and supported, and apply others’ diverse experiences, styles, backgrounds, and perspectives to get results, • Problem Solver: Proven ability to solve problems by analyzing situations and apply critical thinking in order to resolve problems and decide on courses of action and implement the solutions developed in order to overcome problems and constraints, • Must successfully complete restaurant training program and maintain a willingness to learn.