Layer Cake Jobs (2)

Located in historical downtown Nashville on 3rd & Broadway, Layer Cake is a multi-level concept with ambiance that is perfect for any sort of event.

A bartender is responsible for providing a positive and friendly guest experience by interacting with patrons while satisfying their beverage needs.

An understanding of mixing beverages using an extensive range of ingredients including liquor, bitters, soda, water, sugar, and fruits is an integral part of the job.

Taking beverage orders from customers and wait staff and serving drinks as requested, paying extreme attention to detail is vitally important to the success of the restaurant.

Job Duties

• Balancing cash receipts
• Keeping a well-stocked bar with an adequate supply of liquor, beer, wine, mixers, ice, napkins, straws, glassware, and other accessories
• Cleaning the bar, tables, chairs, and work area to maintain a sanitary environment
• Organizing the bar area to streamline drink preparation and inventory
• Placing orders for liquor, beer, wine, and other supplies
• Slicing, pitting, and preparing fruit garnishes for drinks
• Planning bar menus
• Creating unique drinks
• Preparing and serving appetizers, snacks, or other food items for customers at the bar
• Complying with all food and beverage regulations
• Limiting customer problems by restricting alcohol intake and attempting to curtail inappropriate behaviour
• Checking identification to verify legal age requirements for all customers
• Satisfying patron requests in a timely manner.
• Assessing customer preferences and making drink recommendations.
• Collecting money for drinks served and providing change as needed

Skills and Qualifications

• Training or Experience with Bartending
• Extensive Knowledge of Drink Mixing and Garnishing
• Strong Communication Skills
• Positive Attitude and personable demeanour
• Ability to multitask and provide attention to detail
• Ability to Stand for Long Periods
• Strong Observational Skills
• Conflict Resolution
• Computer Literacy
• Second Language a Plus

Working at Layer Cake

• Health insurance
• No strict dress code

Located in historical downtown Nashville on 3rd & Broadway, Layer Cake is a multi-level concept with ambiance that is perfect for any sort of event.

We are looking for a Restaurant Assistant Manager to ensure all daily activities run smoothly and efficiently.

Restaurant Assistant Manager responsibilities include ordering kitchen utensils and equipment based on our needs, managing contracts and payroll and supervising restaurant staff performance.

To be successful in this role, you should be familiar with restaurant operations and have a good understanding of what makes great customer service.

You should also be available to work within opening hours, including weekends and holidays.

Ultimately, you will help minimize operating costs, boost our employee retention and deliver a positive dining experience for our guests.

Job Duties

• Research new wholesale food suppliers and negotiate prices
• Calculate future needs in kitchenware and equipment and place orders, as needed
• Manage and store vendors’ contracts and invoices
• Coordinate communication between front of the house and back of the house staff
• Prepare shift schedules
• Process payroll for all restaurant staff
• Supervise kitchen and wait staff and provide assistance, as needed
• Keep detailed records of daily, weekly and monthly costs and revenues
• Arrange for new employees’ proper onboarding (scheduling trainings and ordering uniforms)
• Monitor compliance with safety and hygiene regulations
• Gather guests’ feedback and recommend improvements to our menus

Skills and Qualifications

• Work experience as a Restaurant Assistant Manager or similar role in the hospitality industry
• Familiarity with restaurant management software, like OpenTable and PeachWorks
• Good math and reporting skills
• Customer service attitude
• Communication and team management abilities
• Availability to work within opening hours (e.g. evenings, holidays, weekends)
• High school diploma; additional certification in hospitality is a plus

Working at Layer Cake

• Health insurance
• No strict dress code