Bartender

Are you looking for a life-changing opportunity to elevate your career? High Cotton is your chance! We are seeking professional, passionate, hospitality-minded Bartenders to join our team! You will be on the front lines in one of the nation’s best restaurant companies, voted #3 Overall Restaurant and #1 Brunch in America by Trip Advisor. If you want to make great money, while enjoying a quality of life with a company that has great values and a winning people first culture, let’s go! We “enhance” traditional hospitality models by taking care of our employees, guests, and our community.

Job Summary: High Cotton is seeking career minded, passionate and motivated Bartenders. We provide friendly, knowledgeable and professional service with a genuine sense of hospitality, along with a desire to place the guest experience at the forefront of each encounter. Extensive food, wine and beverage knowledge are critical components for successful team members. We will train you! You just need to be willing to learn.

Who you are: An integral member of our Hall’s service team, the Bartender brings a wealth of knowledge of all cocktails, spirits, wine, beer, and beverage selections and constantly delivers excellence and hospitality. The Bartender is responsible for production of all beverage orders coming from the dining room guests and must have a high level of food and menu knowledge to be able to support the team on the floor, answer questions from guests regarding beverage selections, and be a leader on our service team.

What you’ll do:

• Create a welcoming and hospitable environment for all guests at the bar.
• Demonstrate sound knowledge of specialty and classic cocktails (ingredients, specs, build), wine, beer, and beverage offerings.
• Maintains fluency in all menu items and ingredients with the ability to suggest beverage pairings.
• Follows proper steps of service with grace, while maintaining a sense of urgency throughout service.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bar area, including the seating area.
• Communicates effectively with staff members, management, and the kitchen during service.
• Demonstrate expertise of all food and beverage menu items with sound knowledge of all ingredients and preparations.
• Anticipates guest needs, ensuring constant communication with colleagues, management, and the kitchen at all times during service.
• Maintains the highest standards of cleanliness and appearance throughout all areas of the restaurant both before, during and after service.
• Demonstrates an eagerness to continue to learn and grow.

What you’ll get from us:

• A healthy and safe work environment where you are encouraged to grow your career.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance available for all fulltime employees (30 or more hours per week). Our company pays up to 70% of your medical premium dependent on the plan you choose. We also offer legal and voluntary life insurance options.
• Paid Time Off to support you with an active life outside of work after 6 months (1 week) and 2 weeks after 1 year.
• 50% dining discount throughout the Hall Management Group of restaurants.
• Flexible spending account or heath spending account depending on the plan you choose.
• Company paid Employee Assistance Program to support overall mental wellbeing.
• 401(k) to help you invest in your future after 6 months with a 4% company match.
• Generous Employee Referral Program.

Who we are: Hall Management Group operates notable restaurants in South Carolina and Tennessee including Halls Chophouse (Charleston, Greenville, Columbia, Nexton and Nashville), Halls Catch, Rita’s at Folly Beach, High Cotton, S.N.O.B and Halls Signature Events.

Please submit an up-to-date resume. We look forward to hearing from you. Let's make something good happen today!

What you need to apply:

• 2 years’ experience in a guest-facing restaurant role as a Bartender or beverage service role. Experience in a fast-paced restaurant bar or bar environment is a plus.
• Great enthusiasm and attitude.
• Ability to make a positive difference in our guests and your co-workers’ lives.
• Able to work nights, weekends and holidays.