Bar Tender Mortar & Pestle Bar

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Job Type

Full-time, Part-time

Description

Part-Time or Full-Time | Must Work Sundays | Hourly + Tips

We're looking for a talented Bartender to join the crew at Mortar & Pestle, our craft cocktail bar inside Curry Up Now San Mateo. If you've got the speed, the style, and the spirit to deliver top-tier drinks with serious hospitality-we want to meet you.

You'll crush this role if you:

• Know your way around a jigger, shaker, and muddler

• Can batch with precision and pour with flair

• Are fluent in classic cocktails and curious about modern mixology

• Can deliver warm, confident hospitality in a high-energy environment

• Can work Sundays (non-negotiable-we need weekend warriors)

What you'll be doing:

• Mixing cocktails with consistency and creativity

• Providing stellar guest service at the bar and restaurant tables

• Supporting food and bar operations (including cleaning and restocking)

• Using the POS system efficiently

• Representing Mortar & Pestle with personality, knowledge, and pride

What we're looking for:

• 1+ year of bartending experience (restaurant or cocktail bar preferred)

• RBS certification required

• Food Handler's certification required

• Strong communication skills (English required)

• Available to work Sundays, plus holidays and evenings

• Team player mindset-no ego, just hustle

Perks:

• Hourly pay + tips

• Discounted meals at all Curry Up Now locations

• Sick leave (as per local/state/federal guidelines)

• Opportunities to grow with a fast-moving restaurant group

Apply today-bring your energy, your palate, and your hustle. Let's shake things up together.

Requirements

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• At least 1 year Bartending experience in a restaurant or bar
• Demonstrated success in service excellence, customer service, beverage/food service hospitality
• Knowledge of OSHA and EEOC regulations, restaurant/food safety procedures
• Point of Sale (POS) knowledge/skills preferred
• Ability to successfully perform all job duties of the Bartender role
• Food Safety/Food Handler certification required
• Strong organizational skills with excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to communicate with guests, staff, and management.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, in the English language
• Possesses basic math skill (add, subtract, multiply, divide)
• Places a value on diversity, community, and shows respect for others
• Proven ability to problem solve and handle high stress situations
• Must be prepared to multitask in accordance with the demands of the business
• Ability to identify and anticipate opportunities and implement corrective action steps
• Ability to work weekends, holidays, and evenings
• Must have RBS