Shift Lead
Washington, AR - USA
Job Summary
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discounts
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
- Wellness resources
- Monitor shift operations -e.g. managing opening/closing procedures lead pre-shift meetings and shop cleanliness
- Communicate all necessary guest information with the team to set everyone up for success (allergy alerts VIPs special requests celebrations etc.)
- Check in with FOH and BOH team members regularly; monitor flow of service
- Monitor bar and kitchen flow in regard to timeliness during business hours assist when and where necessary
- Lead the team and communicate effectively with staff and patrons
- Fast-paced decision-making to handle immediate on-the-spot issues -e.g. ability to make quick effective decisions to resolve operational bottlenecks
- Act as the primary contact for emergencies enforcing company policies and maintaining security standards -e.g. remain on-site during the assigned shift and be immediately available for emergencies
- Handle patron complaints and ensure a positive patron experience
- maintain warmth and hospitality in all correspondence with guests
- use tact and good judgment when dealing with guest challenges and respond to patron needs with patience and courtesy
- ability to recognize an intoxicated patron and address concerns accordingly
- EOD Report Execution
- Complete other duties as assigned by management
- Be capable of covering any FOH/BOH support position when needed
- Have a complete knowledge of the food and beverage items and preparations
- Know the table numbers and position numbers in all sections
- Maintain a comprehensive knowledge of
- our POS operation
- Resy and any other booking system used
- Cultivate a:
- fluency in verbiage for the waitlist our reservation policies and procedures as well as voicemails
- comprehensive knowledge of the food and beverage items and their preparation in all active spaces within the building
- comprehensive knowledge of our service standards and style as detailed by the Employee Manual
- Assist service through food and beverage running watering and flipping tables; perform table/bar maintenance throughout the shift including crumbing keeping waters full clearing & resetting serving ware etc.
- Treat all areas of the restaurant with respect; clean and reset to zero when necessary
- Comply with sanitation standards and procedures according to health and legal regulations
- Approach each shift with a positive attitude a willingness to learn and ready to contribute to the teams overall goals
- Catch up on all internal communication via Slack before your shift
- Build relationships with regular guests; and maintain good relations with our neighborhood and industry community members
- Follow all rules policies procedures and conditions of employment including those outlined in the Employee Handbook
- Act in a professional manner and represent Close Company / Death & Co / Gin & Luck graciously whether you are in house traveling or at another local establishment
- The physical demands for this position are seeing hearing speaking reaching frequently lifting to 25 pounds occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds sitting standing for 4 to 8 hours bending and moving intermittently during working hours. These physical requirements may be accomplished with or without reasonable accommodations
- 1years of proven Shift Lead experience in a reputable establishment
- Highest levels of EQ and discretion
- Excellent customer service skills with the ability to create a welcoming and friendly atmosphere for customers
- Outstanding communication skills with the ability to handle various responsibilities simultaneously
- Flexibility in working hours including early mornings evenings weekends and holidays
- Patience and adaptability
- Self-motivated and a team player
- High ethics hard worker and a great sense of humor
- Have 2-3 years of Supervisor experience in a high-volume establishment
- Have sufficient skills knowledge and personality to provide a memorable experience for our patrons
- Curiosity: We learn and improve through active observation and creative problem solving.
- A.B.K.: We anticipate prepare and execute with intention.
- Pursuit of Excellence: We will forever be chasing excellence even when we sometimes fail. It is a pursuit without end.
- Contagious Joy: When were having fun it emanates out and influences our work and the people around us.
- Connection: We build relationships through intuition empathy and transparency
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Gin & Luck is an acclaimed cocktail-anchored hospitality group best known for its flagship brand Death & Co. Since opening in New York City in 2006/2007 Death & Co has been at the forefront of cocktail culture and has grown into a globally celebrated brand with additional locations in major US markets three award-winning books and countless industry accolades.
At Gin & Luck were expanding into new verticals through bars hotels and brands that all celebrate the craft of hospitality and the people behind it. As an employer we are dedicated to creating opportunities for our team to thrive both personally and professionally. We offer benefits including but not limited to One Fair Wage shareholder opportunities and comprehensive benefits packages for all team members.
What sets us apart is our commitment to our core values:
Curiosity: We learn and improve through active observation and creative problem solving.
Pursuit of Excellence: We will forever be chasing excellenceit is a pursuit without end.
A.B.K.: We anticipate prepare and execute with intention.
Contagious Joy: When were having fun it emanates out and influences our work and the people around us.
Connection: We build relationships through intuition empathy and transparency.
If youre passionate about crafting unforgettable experiences and being part of a team that celebrates creativity and connection wed love to have you on our team. Together well create moments that inspire delight and resonate far beyond the bar.
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