Located on Meeting Street in the heart of the River District in West Columbia, SC., Chayz Lounge the premier jazz bistro renowned for combining the finest contemporary jazz and rhythm & blues acts with a wonderful dining experience in an elegant, upscale atmosphere. 

 

An evening at Chayz Lounge is a retreat to an elegant room filled with a symphony of sounds, aromas of delicious dishes, and repose in what feels like your own private living room. We are currently hiring for the positions blow. If you would like to join our team, then we welcome the opportunity to meet with you.

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LINE COOK

We are looking for a professional Line Cook to prepare food to the exact chef’s specifications and to set up stations for menu. The successful candidate will play a key role in contributing to our customer satisfaction and acquisition goals.

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BARTENDER

We are looking for a professional, experienced bartender to provide exceptional service to our customers. The ideal candidate must have experience preparing complex cocktails, able to work in a fast paced environment, have a passion for bartending, and is interested in establishing a career with an organization that believes in hospitality, and integrity.

 

Please note that ours is a service bar, meaning customers are not be seated at the bar or allowed to consume food or alcohol at our bar.

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Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age or over
   

• 2+ years of experience in full service bar and wine service
   

• Experience in fine dining
   

• Knowledge of mixing, garnishing and serving drinks
   

• Teamwork oriented
   

• Attention to detail
   

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high pressure environment
   

• Professional appearance, attitude, and work ethic
   

• Ability to maintain a clean, organized, and stocked
   

• Alcohol certification and Serve Safe a plus
   

• Ability to communicate effectively and listen attentively to supervisors, and team members
   

• Ability to lift, handle and carry beverage items, supplies, glass racks, small wares, and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds
   

• Meet physical demands of the job that include but are not limited to: Standing for the 4-8 hour shift, Reaching, bending, shaking, stirring, pouring, carrying supplies, and lifting up to 50 pounds in weight on a regular basis.

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Responsibilities:

• Prepare our signature cocktails and wine according to our established recipes, procedures, and specifications
   

• Prepare the bar for service
   

• Prepare alcohol or non-alcohol beverages for guests
   

• Maintain bar inventory
   

• Clean work areas, bar equipment, remove glasses from bar and take to dish area for cleaning
   

• Restock and replenish bar inventory and supplies
   

• Perform routine pour testing with management to ensure proper pouring technique

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ASSISTANT MANAGER

We are looking for team members who are interested in establishing a career with a company that believes in hospitality, integrity and success for both our team members and the company. As a the Assistant Manager, you will show leadership and involvement in shift management, modeling hospitality and service excellence. You will be required to develop staff, consistently execute all of the standards of service and deliver the highest quality of food and beverage products, while ensuring guest satisfaction and restaurant profitability.

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POSITION SUMMARY: Assists the Owner/Director in the day-to-day operations of the restaurant. You are directly accountable for the supervision and management of the bar operations, the host, servers, and runners while maintaining the highest quality of beverage, service and safety standards.

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Qualifications:

• 2+ years experience
   

• Excellent time management and organizational skills, detail oriented
   

• Ability to manage/lead by example
   

• Computer Literate/proficiency in Microsoft Office: Excel, Word, etc.
   

• Capable of solving problems in stride
   

• Performs well under pressure and able to meet deadlines
   

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
   

• Attention to cleanliness and safety
   

• Patience and customer-oriented approach
   

• Excellent people skills with a positive attitude and upbeat personality
   

• Responsible and trustworthy
   

• Commitment to exceeding guest expectations

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SERVER/WAITSTAFF

We are looking for potential team members who are interested in establishing a career with a company that believes in hospitality, integrity and success for both our team members and the company.

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As a server, you care about customer satisfaction and providing an exceptional experience for our guests. You are welcoming and accommodating, and creative with your recommendations of our offerings.

 

Qualifications:

• 1+ years experience
   

• Able to work in fast paced environment
   

• Love being part of a team
   

• Capable of solving problems in stride
   

• Proven restaurant serving or waitering experience
   

• Excellent communication skills
   

• Attention to cleanliness and safety
   

• Patience and customer-oriented approach
   

• Excellent people skills with a friendly attitude
   

• Responsible and trustworthy
   

• High school diploma is a plus but not required

 

Responsibilities

• Prepare restaurant tables with special attention to sanitation and order
   

• Present menu and answer questions
   

• Take orders and make recommendations
   

• Answer questions or make recommendations for dishes
   

• Manage tables paying attention to cleanliness and the customer's needs
   

• Collaborate with other restaurant servers and kitchen/bar staff
   

• Address complaints or problems with a positive attitude
   

• Issue bills and accept payment

 

To be considered for employment at Chayz Lounge, please CLICK HERE to email us your resume.

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