Bartender - Part-time

Fogo de Chao is a renowned Brazilian steakhouse brand that specializes in the Culinary Art of Churrasco. Known for its commitment to providing an unforgettable dining experience, Fogo de Chao celebrates the tradition of fire-roasted meats and exceptional hospitality. The restaurant has a mission to ignite fire and joy to care for its team, guests, and communities, embodying values such as teamwork, integrity, excellence, humility, and Deixa Comigo (which means "we've got you"). By fostering a welcoming environment and making space around the table for everyone, Fogo de Chao aims to create better futures by feeding a purposeful future starting with its team members. The brand offers opportunities for professional and personal growth at every level, supporting its employees with fulfilling career paths and a culture that embraces collaboration and excellence. The role available at Fogo de Chao is for a Bartender, a critical hospitality position responsible for enhancing the guest experience through expert beverage preparation and customer service. This position is part-time with a fixed hourly rate of 3.89 plus eligibility to receive tips. As a bartender at Fogo de Chao, you will be expected to welcome customers warmly, discern their beverage preferences through attentive listening, and offer informed recommendations that elevate their dining experience. You will also keep customers informed about new drink specials and assist with upselling menu items by having in-depth knowledge of all offerings and their preparation methods. The bartender is responsible for the proper selection, mixing, and garnishing of drinks, ensuring every beverage served meets the high standards of Fogo de Chao. In this role, compliance with all local, state, and federal alcohol and food safety regulations is essential. Checking beverage customers’ legal drinking age, managing inventory, and maintaining a well-stocked bar ensure smooth operations. The position also requires handling multiple tables efficiently while keeping the area clean and orderly. Orientation toward teamwork includes educating oneself and colleagues about bar vocabulary, various wines, liquor varieties, mixed drink types, and more. Financial responsibilities such as managing cash, credit, and debit card transactions accurately are also part of the job duties. Bartenders must be physically resilient, as they are required to stand for prolonged periods and frequently lift or move weights up to 25 pounds. Additionally, a high level of endurance, mental toughness, and conflict management skills are vital for working successfully in a fast-paced, high-stress environment. Fogo de Chao offers a robust benefits package to support the well-being of its team members. Full-time hourly employees have access to medical, dental, and vision insurance starting the first of the month after 60 days of employment, along with company-paid life insurance and short-term disability where applicable. There is also a wide range of voluntary benefits such as critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident coverage, permanent life, and pet insurance. Part-time team members receive a minimum essential coverage health plan, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance, with eligibility beginning as early as the first of the month following their hire date. They can also enroll in voluntary benefits, including pet insurance, legal, and ID protection plans. Fogo de Chao is committed to equal opportunity employment and is an E Verify Employer, promoting diversity and fairness in the workplace.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds frequently
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Knowledge of responsible alcohol service
• Compliance with liquor laws and food safety regulations
• Availability to work flexible hours including nights and weekends