At Joe Muer Seafood, we deliver more than just a meal, we curate an extraordinary culinary experience for our customers. Renowned for our USDA Prime, custom aged steaks, pristine seafood flown in daily and an award-winning wine and cocktail program, we set the standard for luxury hospitality.
We are seeking a passionate, polished, and experienced Fine Dining Bartender to join our exceptional service team.
As a Joe Muer Bartender, you are the conductor of the guests' evening. You do not just take orders, you guide your guests through a culinary journey. You will anticipate needs before they arise, showcase a deep knowledge of our premium cuts and selections, with global wine pairings all while delivering flawless, synchronized service with genuine warmth.
Key Responsibilities:
- Craft Cocktail Execution: Prepare classic and contemporary cocktails with accuracy, consistency, speed, and attention to presentation.
- Beverage Excellence: Confidently recommend, sell, and serve premium wines, rare spirits, and bespoke craft cocktails. Flawlessly execute tableside wine presentation and decanting.
- Expert Menu Guiding: Articulate daily features, ingredient origins, steak preparation techniques, and seafood flavor profiles with passion and precision.
- Steps of Service: Maintain an immaculate table presence, mastering the mechanics of fine dining (crumbing, synchronized clearing, proper marking of silverware, and course pacing).
- Guest Connection: Build rapport with high-profile guests, regulars, and first-time diners alike, tailoring your service style to their unique energy and expectations.
- Collaboration: Work seamlessly with the culinary team, sommeliers, bartenders, and support staff to ensure a fluid, high-energy service.
What We Are Looking For:
- Experience: Minimum of 3–5 years of serving experience in a high-volume, fine dining establishment (premium steakhouse or seafood concept preferred).
- Beverage Knowledge: Strong foundational knowledge of Old World and New World wines, varietals, and regions. Court of Master Sommeliers introductory certification (or equivalent) is a major plus.
- The Fine Dining Mindset: An obsession with detail, a sharp memory, and a polished, professional demeanor. You thrive under the high expectations of a luxury dinner service.
- Availability: Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and major holidays.
- Certifications: Alcohol service certification required, we can provide.
What We Offer:
- Uncapped Earning Potential: High average checks and a sophisticated clientele yield exceptional gratuities.
- Professional Growth: Ongoing, top-tier training in culinary arts, spirits, and wine directly from industry experts and Certified Sommeliers.
- Benefits: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance (for full-time eligible employees). Employee sponsorship and referral programs available.
- Culture: A supportive, professional environment where hospitality is treated as a respected career.
- Perks: Generous dining discounts across our restaurant group.
Job Types: Part-time, Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Physical Setting:
Experience:
- Fine-Dining Bartending: 3 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Bloomfield Hills, MI 48301 (Required)
Work Location: In person
