Bartender

About Us

Interlude Kitchen and Bar is a new restaurant in Elk Grove from the team behind Prelude Kitchen & Bar and Zinfandel Grille offering a modern American menu with French and Italian influences, a true farm-to-table philosophy, and signature wood-fired dishes. The menu is complemented by a curated wine program and handcrafted cocktails, all served in a refined yet welcoming setting

Are you prepared to become an integral part of a team, rather than just clocking in for another job?

Here at Interlude Kitchen and Bar, we are not just a restaurant but a community. We are steadfast in our commitment to delivering outstanding hospitality, both to our cherished customers and, crucially, our team members. We're not just co-workers, we are family. By fostering a nurturing environment for our staff, we believe this sense of genuine care cascades naturally onto our customers, making their experience unforgettable.

We're offering you more than a chance to work; we're inviting you to thrive in an inclusive environment where your skills are valued, your knowledge is expanded daily, and your capacity to deliver exceptional hospitality is continually enriched.

Embrace the opportunity to be part of a dynamic team that provides not just a paycheck, but a comprehensive package of advantages such as:

• Health Insurance: We care for your wellbeing
• 401(k): Invest in your future
• Dining discounts: Enjoy our culinary delights
• Training and career growth opportunities: Evolve professionally
• Paid Sick Time Off: Rest and recuperate when needed

Join us at Interlude Kitchen and Bar, where opportunities aren't merely provided—they are cultivated.

Bartender Job Description:

Our restaurant is looking for a bartender with experience in a fine dining or upscale restaurant, strong knowledge of food, wine, and craft cocktails, and engaging people skills.

The right person for this job should be able to multitask taking food and beverage orders and making drinks. Our restaurant prides itself in providing excellent service, which is why we are looking for a bartender who will treat our guests with attentiveness, patience, and a positive attitude.

The responsibilities of a bartender in our restaurant are to greet guests, help them with menu recommendations, take and deliver orders, and clear tables. Bartenders are also responsible for handling cash and credit card transactions.

To help our restaurant provide a pleasurable dining experience, a good Bartender should be able to ensure that our guests are fully satisfied by being friendly, courteous, accommodating, and reliable. A suitable candidate for the job should also be a problem-solver and a team player.

Responsibilities of a Bartender:

• Uphold the integrity of the beverage program with a high level of knowledge on brand standards, technique, and expectations in craft beverage service.
• Make drinks in accordance with recipes.
• Providing menu recommendations and additional information.
• Upselling additional products when appropriate.
• Checking ID's to prevent minors from ordering alcoholic beverages.
• Taking orders using software
• Communicating order details to the kitchen staff.
• Delivering food and beverages in a timely fashion.
• Delivering checks and collecting bill payments.
• Cleaning and maintaining the appearance of bar area.
• Providing exceptional customer experience.

Bartender Job Requirements:

• Minimum 1+ year experience as a bartender in an upscale bar or restaurant with a craft beverage program
• Must have strong knowledge of food, wine, and cocktails.
• Must showcase teamwork and communication skills.
• Must be able to handle money transactions responsibly.
• Must be able to multitask and act quickly.
• Must be flexible and ready to work in shifts.

From the team behind Prelude Kitchen & Bar and Zinfandel Grille, Interlude Kitchen & Bar offers a modern American menu with French and Italian influences, a true farm-to-tablephilosophy, and signature wood-fired dishes. The menu is complemented by a curated wine program and handcrafted cocktails, all served in a refined yet welcoming setting