Bartender
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About the role
Neiman Marcus is a leading luxury retailer that provides a curated product assortment, unparalleled services, and exclusive activations for customers in Pursuit of the Extraordinary . It is known for creating the Neiman Marcus magic through exceptional customer experiences including the Neiman Marcus Awards, Fantasy Gifts, seasonal campaigns, and "Retail-tainment" initiatives. Neiman Marcus has a rich history as a brand builder, bringing together the world's top luxury designers and customers to foster a dedicated following for generations. It serves customers across its 36 stores, digital channels, and through remote selling. It is part of Saks Global's portfolio of world-class luxury retailers and real estate assets. YOU WILL BE: The Restaurant Bartender serves Neiman Marcus customers in a warm, accommodating, and professional manner consistent to the high standards set by Neiman Marcus.
Responsibilities
- Serves and interacts with customers in a professional and gracious manner
- Utilizes thorough knowledge of food, including preparation and culinary terminology, to provide detailed information to customers about menu items
- Supports smooth staff delivery of bar items through use of POS / ticket systems
- Leverages thorough knowledge of beer, wine, and spirits, including technical and service procedures
- Participates in daily pre-shift meeting
- Adheres to established accounting procedures for all transactions, including all authorized methods of payment and maintains knowledge of the POS system
- Cleans and maintains restaurant and workstation including pre-shift, post-shift and daily and weekly duties as assigned by the Manager
- Fulfills duties that may involve lifting objects (e.g., tables, chairs, highchairs, etc.)
- Maintains the highest level of hygiene standards to include, but not limited to:
- Clean, pressed uniform jacket and accompanying clothing and shoes
- Clean and professionally styled hair and nails, maintained to avoid food contamination risks
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- Experience in serving food and beverage and following proper table service guidelines
- Ability to work autonomously
- Motivated and results-driven
- Thorough knowledge of order of service and proper placement of table settings (e.g., china, glass, flatware), food, and beverage as indicated by the kitchen ticket and the guidebook
- Thorough knowledge of food, including preparation and culinary terminology
- Ability to interact graciously with the public and handle multiple duties at the same time
- Exceptional customer service and problem-solving skills
- "Win together" mentality
- Role requires standing, bending, climbing stairs, and lifting and carrying 35 pounds
- Associates must be willing to work a flexible schedule based on business needs, which will include evenings, weekends, and holidays
- YOUR LIFE AND CAREER AT NEIMAN MARCUS:
- Opportunity to work in a dynamic fast paced environment at a company experiencing growth and transformation
- Exposure to rewarding career advancement opportunities across the largest multi-brand luxury retailer from retail to distribution, to digital or corporate
- Comprehensive benefits package for all eligible full-time employees (including medical, vision and dental)
- An amazing employee discount
- SALARY AND OTHER BENEFITS:
- Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include market, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
- Thank you for your interest with Saks Global. We look forward to reviewing your application.
- Saks.com is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
- Compensation for this role varies by geographic location. The listed range reflects multiple markets, including higher-cost areas. Actual starting pay will be determined based on work location, experience, and other job-related factors.
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Salary Range $19.16 - $23.95* Job Description:
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