Lead Bartender

LEAD BARTENDER

Job Description

Yokai is a Hi-Fi cocktail bar and charcoal grill inspired by travel throughout Japan. The focus of our kitchen is sourcing pristine Japanese and Californian ingredients and preparing them simply.

Yokai is looking for a Lead Bartender to head our bar program as we open in August. An ideal

candidate has experience bartending as well as experience serving food in an “elevated” service

environment. Knowledge of spirits (especially Japanese whisky) and wine is a major plus as well.

This is an hourly position.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Work with management/beverage director on cocktail development and creation

Independently take on opening and/or closing duties.

Work with management/beverage director to create protocols, train and maintain

staff standards and ensure consistent execution.

Responsible for the state of the bar - cleanliness, stocking, arrangement, equipment,

and overall preparedness.

Work with management/beverage director on ordering, receiving, stocking, invoicing,

inventory and equipment needs.

Evolve the bar program and cocktail selections through the seasons.

Responsible for the monthly inventory process.

Assist with the management/beverage director on cost control profitability.

Take food orders and provide excellent service to guests seated at the bar

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Previous bartending experience required.

Must know the fundamentals of beverage mixing, inventory and pars, glass type and

uses, and drink recipe knowledge.

Minimum of 1 year of management/supervisor or Lead Bartender experience

preferred.

Must be familiar with CA liquor laws.

Must be at least 21 years of age.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES:

Ability to work productively and independently with little supervision.

Ability to coordinate a variety of activities simultaneously and prioritize work to meet

deadlines.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Must have good judgment, versatility, flexibility.

Motivated and good team player who takes initiative.

Must have a courteous, friendly and professional manner.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Standing/walking approximately 90% of shift.

Ability to bend, stoop, reach, push, pull, lift and grasp to perform routine tasks for up

to 6 hours at a time.

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. frequently.

REQUIRED HOURS:

Must be available to work nights, weekends, and holidays.