What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bar Lead position at Sparrow Italia Miami?
Sparrow Italia is a modern Italian restaurant that embodies European sophistication. With a location in the prestigious Mayfair neighborhood of London and a location coming soon in Miami, Sparrow sets the tone for a chic atmosphere that honors the values belonging to generations of Italian table lovers.
The expansive menu features Italian and Mediterranean inspired classics with creative twists, such as handcrafted pastas, rustic pizzas and wood-fired creations that showcase bold and innovative flavors made with the finest sustainable and organic ingredients
The cuisine is complemented by adventurous mixology that is fresh, seasonal, and artfully presented. The finest spirits are used to craft our dynamic cocktails which are rooted in the flavors of Italy.Sparrow Italia is a modern Italian restaurant that embodies European sophistication. With its first two venues located at Hotel Figuroa, in Downtown Los Angeles, and in the prestigious Mayfair neighborhood of London, Sparrow sets the tone for a chic atmosphere that honors the values belonging to generations of Italian table lovers.
The expansive menu features Italian and Mediterranean inspired classics with creative twists, such as handcrafted pastas, rustic pizzas and wood-fired creations that showcase bold and innovative flavors made with the finest sustainable and organic ingredients
The cuisine is complemented by adventurous mixology that is fresh, seasonal, and artfully presented. The finest spirits are used to craft our dynamic cocktails which are rooted in the flavors of Italy.
Sparrow Italia's third location will be opening soon in Wynwood, Miami.
Our elevated dining concept is for an experienced Bar Lead who is familiar with a wide variety of craft cocktails and can deliver excellent customer service. The Bar Lead will be responsible for keeping the drinks flowing, the guests satisfied, and the business running smoothly. In order to do this, the Bar Lead will serve patrons at the bar while fulfilling drink orders for the dining room, monitoring the cash drawer at the bar, and maintaining alcohol and beverage control and proper inventory levels.
Bar Lead reports to the General Manager, as well as all other management staff, working closely with the Bar Manager regarding Bar & Beverage operations and functions. The Bartender can go directly to the Bar Manager regarding any issues, operational ideas & concerns however reports directly to all management and the General Manager.
Responsibilities
Deliver a consistently high level of customer service to each client and maintain a safe environment by identifying problem clients and having them removed
Keep bar area and liquor room clean and organized in accordance with the company’s guidelines as well as the requirements of the local health department
Maintain an accurate cash drawer throughout the shift and be able to account for any discrepancies in the final drawer tally
Mix all drinks based on the serving sizes as outlined in the company manual to keep drink costs at a minimum
Develop an efficient work pace that keeps the customers at the bar and in the dining room satisfied at all times
Assist training of new hires and promote constant growth and learning to ensure brand standards are maintained
Maintain awareness of new bar items and cocktails
Effectively communicate between Bar and servers, bussers and runners, and staff and management regarding 86’d items, menu changes, etc.
Ensure correct products are being used as specified by Beverage Director and the menu
Ensure all items are prepared properly by bar prep
Ensure that opening and closing duties are being completed to standard
Build rapport with guests in order to grow our number of repeat customers
Qualifications
Night, weekend, and holiday availability
Ability to stand for the duration of shifts and lift/push/pull up to 25 lbs
Experience working a high volume bar, preferably within a fine dining setting