Lead Bartender

Geo's Tavern, the latest project from Chef Dan Jackson and Giorgios Bakatsias is looking for a dynamic hospitality professional to lead our bar program.

Géos is designed to be a comfortable yet vibrant gathering place rooted in familiarity, conversation, and community. Géos Tavern is centered on heartfelt hospitality and an ingredient-forward approach tocooking. The menu focuses on thoughtfully executed tavern food and locally sourced ingredients, paired with a diverse tap lineup, lively cocktail list, and a curated wineprogram.

The right candidate will have equal passion for hospitality, beverage, and operations. Geo's Bar Lead will work closely with the management team on bar-related operations and development tasks, including beverage inventory and ordering, supervising service, updating POS, menu development and pricing, coordinating with vendors, and enforcing standards of cleanliness.

Responsibilities:

• Craft and serve a diverse range of culturally-relevant beverages including cocktails, wines, and other specialty drinks, to ensure an exceptional guest experience.
• Collaborate closely with the management team to develop and execute innovative beverage programs that align with the restaurant's concept and clientele.
• Oversee bar operations, including inventory management, stock rotation, and maintaining par levels to ensure optimal supply and minimize waste.
• Place orders for beverage inventory in a timely manner, coordinating with suppliers to ensure timely delivery and competitive pricing.
• Work alongside management team to recruit, retain, and train bar service team.
• Work alongside management team to deliver ongoing beverage and service education, ensuring all team members reach their full potential.
• Uphold cleanliness and organization standards in the bar area, including equipment maintenance, sanitation, and adherence to hygiene protocols.
• Attend regular management meetings.

Requirements:

• Minimum 1 year of experience in bartending, with a proven track record in bar management preferred (i.e. inventory control, ordering, cost management)
• Thorough knowledge of main beverage categories; proficient knowledge of wine preferred.
• Be a great problem solver, with ability to think on your feet.
• Be an effective and to-the-point communicator.
• Impeccable organization and time-management skills.
• Proficient with Google Suite including Google Drive and Google Sheets.
• Experience with Toast POS preferred.
• Evening and weekend availability.
• A reliable vehicle and valid driver’s license are required.
• Be able to be on your feet for 6-9 hours, reach, bend, stoop and lift up to 40 pounds.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation package, including base hourly and tips.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development within one of the the most prolific restaurant groups in the Triangle.
• Employee discount on food at Geo's, plus employee discount at other GHG locations.
• Staff meal provided daily.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $45.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid training

Shift:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift

Work Location: In person