Rioja is seeking skilled and innovative bartenders/servers to join our team. The ideal candidate will thrive in an environment that fosters learning and growth. Highly motivated individuals with a strong work ethic and a commitment to teamwork are encouraged to apply. We are searching for a quick, composed, and refined individual with excellent communication skills. A professional appearance and demeanor are mandatory.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Must have a keen eye for detail and organization.
- Contributes to daily, holiday, and themed drink menus in collaboration with the supervisor.
- Adheres to proper alcohol handling, sanitation, and safety procedures. Maintains appropriate dating, labeling, and rotation of all beverage items.
- Must have a general understanding of professional kitchen sanitation protocol.
- Must be willing to learn and adapt to situations and procedural changes as decided by the management
- Greeting and seating guests
- Taking food and beverage orders and accurately entering them into the POS system
- Making menu item recommendations
- Communicating any food allergy or special nutrition needs to kitchen staff
- Ensuring all orders are filled quickly and accurately
- Guarantee patrons an exceptional dining experience by providing attentive service.
- Promptly addressing any customer service issues and referring to management if and when necessary
- Performing cleaning duties; keeping a clean service station and polished dining area
Skills and Qualifications:
- Employment requires at least 2 years of fine dining experience and minimum of 3 professional references
- Excellent customer service and a friendly demeanor
- Exceptional organization and time management
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Knowledge of foodservice regulations and proper food handling procedures
- Wine Knowledge a must (wine certification preferred)
- Capability to learn quickly and memorize menu details
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
- Willing to work full-time with day, night, and weekend availability.
- Physically able to be on their feet for extended periods and lift up to 25 pounds unassisted
Compensation: Denver minimum wage plus tipsBenefits:
- Family Meal
- Health insurance, Vision, and Dental for full time employees
- Paid Sick Leave
- 50% off for you and one other person at your restaurant of employment.
- Competitive compensation based on experience and performance
Rioja’s Mission Statement: We share an uncompromising commitment to provide hospitality, creating one-of-a-kind and one-at-a-time, remarkable culinary experiences. Our foundation is based on the success of our team through education, development, growth and the concept of family.Please send an application with references in response to this job posting online or in person within 2 weeks of posting date. Applicants should anticipate a face to face interview, and a working interview.
Applications without references will not be considered. Upon completion of reference check, applicants should anticipate both face-to-face and working interviews.
Welcome to the Crafted Concepts Family!
You have been chosen to join our family because you have shown that you would be a valuable member to the team and possess the qualities needed to work in one of Denver’s most popular restaurants. We are excited to have you as part of the team and look forward to growing with you!
Crafted Concepts - Providing Genuine Hospitality Through…
Integrity · Quality ·Responsibility · Community
Delivering unique and spectacular dining experiences, perfectly integrating hospitality and
culinary superiority. Crafted Concepts is committed to hiring, developing and nurturing
the most proficient staff while striving to be the employer of choice in the Denver area.
Rioja Mission Statement
We share an uncompromising commitment to provide hospitality, creating
one-of-a-kind and one-at-a-time, remarkable culinary experiences. Our foundation is based
on the success of our team through education, development, growth and the concept of family.
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