PLEASE APPLY IN PERSON AT OUR HIRING EVENT THIS WEEK:
JUNE 13th from 12 PM - 3 PM at 826 N LA CIENEGA BLVD, LOS ANGELES, CA 90069
*ONLINE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. PLEASE APPLY IN PERSON AT OUR HIRING EVENT*
MXO, meaning “Mexican Origins,” is a contemporary Mexican Steakhouse centered around wood-fired cooking in the heart of the culinary epicenter of West Hollywood. Chef Avila was particularly inspired by his most recent travels to Monterrey, where the bustling culinary scene catalyzed the creation of the MXO concept, all the while paying homage to his roots and Mexican culinary tradition.
ABOUT sbe
Established in 2002 by Founder and CEO Sam Nazarian, sbe is a privately held, leading lifestyle hospitality company that develops, manages and operates world-class hotels, restaurants, lounges and nightclubs. Through exclusive partnerships with cultural visionaries, sbe is devoted to creating extraordinary experiences throughout its proprietary brands with a commitment to authenticity, sophistication, mastery and innovation. Over the last decade, sbe has mastered the art of creating desirable destinations; the lifestyle platform included over 100 hotels and 150 restaurants and lounges. In 2020, Sam Nazarian shifted his focus to the culinary and nightlife world by launching Disruptive Restaurant Group (DRG.) DRG incubates and operates globally renowned culinary brands including critically acclaimed restaurants, lounges and nightclubs. By partnering with an impressive roster of internationally renowned culinary talent, DRG concepts are committed to innovation and setting new industry standards. Restaurants and lounges include Casa Dani, by three Michelin-starred Chef Dani Garcia; Citizens; Katsuya, by Chef Katsuya Uechi; Kumi; MXO by Wes Avila, Doheny Room; HYDE; LiFE; and S Bar. In 2023, sbe announced its foray back into hotels with PROJECT HQ Hotels & Residences, a smart lifestyle concept launched via a strategic alliance with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts. Sam Nazarian has consistently demonstrated his ability to anticipate and shape the future of hospitality and gastronomy. With his unwavering passion, entrepreneurial prowess, and a portfolio of iconic brands, Sam has cemented his position as a trailblazer in both the hospitality and culinary world for generations to come. To learn more, visit sbe.com.
Job Description:
The Bartender's primary responsibility is to provide excellent service to all guests who approach the bar, prepare and pour drinks, and keep it clean and stocked as required by club policies and procedures.
Job Focus:
Focus is on, but not limited to the following:
- Prepares ordered drinks with proper portions and ingredients such as wine, mixed drinks, specialty cocktails, shots, and related bar service to guests at assigned stations.
- Expedites drink orders for each guest quickly and accurately. Serves refills upon request and follows up for additional beverage requirements.
- Possesses a keen sense of timing and can discreetly speed up or slow down their station as needed.
- Mixes drinks according to prescribed recipes; keeps station stocked with all liquor, glasses, and accessories necessary; accounts for all beginning cash register bank, all cash, complimentary drinks, and charge receipts.
- Resourceful with beverages, fruit, and supplies to maintain low beverage costs.
- Must have knowledge of beverages, glassware, and garnishes.
- Must possess the ability to initiate and maintain a relaxed and upbeat demeanor in a fast-paced environment with loud music and constant distractions.
- Exhibits and executes a complete knowledge of the venue’s sequence of service and selling techniques.
- Prepares all products according to established venue recipes, focusing on proper portion size control.
- Constantly provides customers with accurate information about the venue and property as well as entertainment offered in each.
- Communicates and works with all support staff to ensure the bar is properly stocked and prepared for operations.
- Communicates and works with all support staff to ensure inventory is maintained at established par levels.
- Work with a sense of urgency to anticipate customer needs and assist other team members when the opportunity arises.
- Communicate with management, VIP hosts & service staff to rectify all customer needs, comments, or incidents.
- Adheres to all established policies, procedures, and guidelines
Desired Qualifications:
- At least 2 years prior bartending experience.
- At least 2 years previous money handling position, preferably at a high-volume restaurant.
- Have interpersonal skills to deal effectively with all business contacts.
- Must present a neat and professional appearance while upholding a warm, positive and friendly persona.
- Work requires effective communication in English, both verbal and written form in a professional manner.
- Must be 21 years of age or over.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $17.28 per hour
Expected hours: No more than 30 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Paid training
Restaurant type:
Shift:
Weekly day range:
- Every weekend
- Monday to Friday
- Rotating weekends
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Commute:
- West Hollywood, CA 90069 (Required)
Work Location: In person