Bartender - High Paying

DRG Employer•Indianapolis, IN

About The Position

Bartenders at Eddie Merlot's provide guest service by preparing and serving beverages for the lounge and dining room according to established recipes and presentation guidelines. They use their knowledge of beverage and menu options to guide guests, take and enter orders, serve menu items, present checks, and ensure guests receive attentive hospitality. The role also includes maintaining a clean, stocked, and orderly bar and lounge, following sanitation and food-handling practices, and complying with liquor regulations and company standards. Bartenders coordinate with managers, hosts, servers, bussers, and other team members to support guest flow, reservations, large parties, special events, and overall service. The schedule is flexible and part-time, with work days and hours varying according to business needs. Evening, weekend, and holiday availability is required; lunchtime shifts may be needed for certain seasons, holidays, or special events.

Requirements

Two or more years of experience as a bartender.
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Must be able to read and communicate clearly and effectively in English.
Clean and professional appearance.
Must have a state license to serve alcohol and understand state and local liquor regulations.
Extensive knowledge of alcoholic beverages and mixed drinks.
Manual dexterity and ability to multitask.
Professional communication and social skills appropriate for guests.
Self-motivated and able to work calmly and effectively under pressure.
Strong teamwork orientation, organization, and ability to take direction from others.
Basic math and computer skills.
Availability for a flexible part-time schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays; lunchtime hours may be required for certain seasons, holidays, or special events.

Nice To Haves

Bartending experience in a fine-dining restaurant.
High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

Complete and pass required initial and ongoing training modules for Bartenders and Servers.
Know the weekly work schedule, arrive on time, and meet uniform and professional-appearance standards.
Know beverage and menu options and follow established recipes and presentation guidelines.
Communicate with managers and hosts about reservations, guest flow, large parties, and special-event needs.
Keep the bar clean and well-stocked and ensure the lounge is clean and properly set up for guests.
Complete the opening duties checklist.
Greet guests in the bar and take beverage orders.
Prepare and serve drinks and provide outstanding service to lounge guests.
Guide guests through the menu and ordering process and answer questions.
Listen to guests, explain specials, suggest items, and follow menu merchandising and upselling procedures.
Accurately take and enter food orders according to standard procedures.
Serve appetizers and menu items in accordance with procedures and follow up with guests about their satisfaction.
Follow drink recipes and presentation specifications and maintain accurate pouring and portion control.
Mix drinks for dining-room guests and place them in the service bar area.
Follow procedures for presenting checks, taking payment, and reporting tips.
Thank guests as they leave and invite them to return.
Clean, stock, and maintain the bar throughout the shift; perform side work, closing duties, and other duties assigned by managers.
Take guest phone calls for To Go orders.
Assist with Prime Society service and encourage membership.
Communicate guest requests or complaints, out-of-stock items, and improvement ideas to managers.
Work meetings, banquets, and special events when scheduled.
Support a positive team environment by assisting other team members with station duties and side work when needed or available.
Follow company policies, procedures, standards, performance expectations, and applicable liquor, food-handling, sanitation, and safety laws and regulations.