Bartender WEHO

Job Description:

ABOUT BOTTEGA LOUIE

Founded in Los Angeles in 2007, Bottega Louie develops premier landmark Restaurants, Patisseries & Cafés.  Our objective is to deeply connect with the communities we serve by creating premium Fine Dining, Patisserie, Bakery and Café experiences thoughtfully designed and accessible to everyone.

• We are committed to serving the finest quality classic American, Italian & French café and bistro recipes paired with first class exceptional service
• We operate with the management systems and tools required to consistently produce thousands of premium Guest Experiences daily
• We provide valuable opportunities for each Botttega Louie Team Member to pursue professional progress and satisfaction in their work
• We believe life is richer and we are most effective when we truly connect to the people around us and work together cooperatively as a Team and respect each other’s contribution and importance

Our greatest strength, and the largest contributing factor to our success, is our Team.  As a Bottega Louie Team Member, you are essential to satisfying our discerning Guests and contributing to the Company’s continued success.

WHO WE’D LIKE TO WORK WITH

• People who genuinely like people and respect each other’s contributions
• People who are Team Players who enjoy creating exceptional premium Guest Experiences for all to enjoy
• People who contribute positively to our Team’s experience and company culture by recognizing the best way to deliver exceptional Guest Experiences is through developing a world-class Employee Experience and Company Culture
• People who are committed to learning and developing Bottega Louie Systems & Tools to consistently serve premium Guest Experiences that exceed what we want as discerning Guests
• People committed to working with the operating discipline required to provide sustainable benefits to all our Stakeholders:  Guests, Team Members, Vendors, Investors and the Neighborhoods where we operate
• People who are Full-time professionals available to work 40 hours per week, able to lift 35 lbs and stand and move for extended period of times

BARTENDER RESPONSIBILITIES

 include but are not limited to:

• Responsible for set-up/breakdown and continual maintenance of bar
• Demonstrate a hospitable experience for the guest making the guest the number one priority
• Attend pre-shift meetings and be aware of posted information from previous shifts
• Extensive knowledge of the menu and ingredients being able to pair beverages with dishes
• Extensive knowledge of beverage program and wine service
• Handle P.O.S. quickly and efficiently
• Happily assist other employees in their tasks
• Perform station opening/closing and sidework duties each shift always checking out with the manager on duty
• Notify the manager of any guest complaint, issues with equipment or breakage that would affect the supply or quality of items for service
• Demonstrate leadership by displaying job expertise, flexibility, positive attitude, initiative, organization, communication skills and enthusiasm
• Understand and embody the Bottega Louie brand.

COMPENSATION 

• Beginning at $19.65/hr
• The additional tip pool distributions may be in the range of  $30.00 - 40.00/hr based on recent average sales data.
• Tip pool participation subject to California Labor Code & Fair Labor & Standards Act
• Benefits 
   

BOTTEGA LOUIE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

WE ARE COMMITTED TO CREATING AN INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE FOR ALL & ENCOURAGE APPLICANTS FROM A WIDE VARIETY OF IDENTITIES, IDEAS, PERSPECTIVES & EXPERIENCES TO APPLY

Qualifications

BARTENDER QUALIFICATIONS

• A positive attitude and the ability to work collaboratively with a team
• A genuine passion for providing the highest level of hospitality to all of our guests
• Excellent customer service and organizational skills
• Sufficient wine, beer, and liquor knowledge
• Capable of working in a fast-paced environment
• Maintain a professional appearance and the ability to adhere to Bottega Louie standards
• Must have a flexible schedule, available to work 30+ hours per week (for Full Time): days, nights and/or weekends
• ServSafe (recommended) or California Food Handlers Certification
• RBS Training (Responsible Beverage Service)