Opus Concert Café is seeking individuals to help provide a phenomenal bar experience to our patrons at events and concerts. Opus Concert Café hosts several concerts and events throughout the year, spanning genres from jazz to chamber orchestra.

Responsibilities

  • Welcoming customers, reading, and listening to people to determine beverage preferences, making recommendations, and taking drink orders
  • Pouring alcohol or non-alcohol beverages for bar patrons
  • Checking customers’ identification and confirm it meets legal drinking age
  • Restocking and replenishing bar inventory and supplies
  • Handling cash, credit, and debit card transactions, ensuring charges are accurate and returning correct change to patrons, balancing the cash register
  • Maintaining a clean work and concert area by removing trash, cleaning tables, and washing glasses, utensils, and equipment
  • Complying with all food and beverage regulations

Requirements and skills

  • Previous bartending and customer service experience a plus
  • Must have a high school diploma
  • Must be able to operate/learn a digital Point-Of-Sale system (Square)
  • Must meet state minimum age to serve alcohol.
  • Must have the availability to work nights and weekends
  • Must have a positive attitude and excellent communication skills
  • Must have strong task and time management abilities.
  • Must have the ability to stand, walk, bend, etc. for extended periods, and lift boxes up to 40 lbs.
  • The ideal candidate has a positive and engaging personality, exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, and presents a professional appearance while on the job
  • Passion for music and the arts a plus

TO APPLY

Send cover letter, resume, and three professional references to bjames@orchestraiowa.org
No phone calls, please.