Barback

A HISTORY OF GREAT RESTAURANTS

The history of Jaguar Hospitality Group begins in Miami with the opening of Jaguar Ceviche Spoon Bar and Latam Grill, an inspired concept and realized dream for partners Lalo Durazo, Sergio Durazo, and Oscar del Rivero. Upon arrival to Miami, the Durazos saw the need for a restaurant that offered not only an enticing and unique selection of ceviches, but also showcased the many flavors enjoyed throughout Latin America. This was the idea behind the 2005 debut of Jaguar Ceviche Spoon Bar and Latam Grill. A favorite among locals and a must-do for visitors, Jaguar Ceviche is now a staple of Miami’s flourishing Latin American scene.

Following the success of Jaguar Ceviche, the group longed to pay tribute to their Mexican roots, and debuted Talavera Cocina Mexicana in 2009. An inviting and sophisticated concept in the heart of Miami’s Coral Gables, Talavera has an expansive menu inspired by old and new world Mexico, and is often regarded as South Florida’s premiere destination for authentic Mexican cuisine.

Peacock Garden Café, the group’s third independent concept, debuted in Coconut Grove in 2011. The charming neighborhood favorite is Jaguar Hospitality Group’s gift back to their beloved neighborhood, paying tribute to the area’s rich and storied past in its concept and cuisine. A vast menu of fresh, garden-inspired fare was inspired by South Florida’s rich farmlands, while the restaurant’s design and décor honors the area’s early pioneers through a curated collection of historical photographs and renderings.

The recipe for the success of Jaguar Hospitality Group is a simple one – pair the highest quality ingredients and unforgettable flavors with an inviting setting, approachable prices and personal, friendly service. As they continue to grow, the focus for Jaguar Hospitality Group will always be on the people – those who are a part of a now 200-person team, and those in the communities they are honored to serve.

Job Summary

When you work for us, bartending is about much more than just mixing drinks and serving customers. As a bartender, you have a unique opportunity to get to know customers in a relaxed environment, explore a creative outlet when creating new drinks, and promote the bar, tavern or restaurant you work for. Bartenders that work with us are lively, outgoing, engaging individuals who pay close attention to detail and can handle multitasking in various high-energy situations and settings. If you enjoy mixing drinks, handling money and entertaining customers to keep the area lively and exciting for patrons, then this job is the one for you. Join our amazing team to explore your creative side and make new friends every single night as a bartender with us.

Job Responsibilities

' Greet customers in a happy, upbeat manner as they come through the front doors, and set the scene for them to have a good time.
' Suggest new drinks to patrons and answer questions about any of the drinks we serve so our customers get just what they want during a visit to our store.
' Check customer identification to verify age and guarantee they are of legal drinking age to protect the bar from legal action and ensure safe drinking.
' Serve and prepare non-alcoholic and alcoholic drinks by following standard recipes, or take custom orders from patrons to make their drinks how they prefer.
' Respond quickly to any requests from customers in a professional, polite way that encourages them to open up and spend more time at our location.
' Guarantee that the bar, glasses and any materials used to mix drinks are clean and displayed in an attractive, functional manner.
' Know and comply with all safety, health and hygiene policies and standards set by our company and also by the state.
' Monitor, order and restock bar inventory to keep operations flowing smoothly.

Job Skills & Requirements

Required

' High school diploma or GED
' Must be at least 21 years old with proper identification
' Ability to lift up to 30 pounds and to bend and reach frequently

Preferred

' Experience or courses mixing drinks
' Cash handling skills and experience
' Good customer service and communication skills

Job Type: Full-time