Bartender - Hiring Bonus Available

The Chatham Inn • Chatham, MA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Bartender is a key position within the front-of-house team at Cuvée Bistro at The Chatham Inn. This individual shapes the tone, creativity, and consistency of the Cuvée Bar program while delivering warm, refined, and approachable hospitality. This is a hospitality-driven position focused on elevated mixology, prior success in upscale restaurant environments, and the ability to mentor a team while executing at a high level during peak season. The Chatham Inn is a luxurious boutique hotel with 18 guest rooms that blends the soul of a historic inn with modern decor and amenities, along with Cuvee, its fine dining restaurant and wine bar. Cuvée Bistro is evolving into a relaxed, approachable coastal bistro with Mediterranean and French influences, moving away from a traditional fine-dining model toward something more vibrant, welcoming, and community-driven, while maintaining the polish and standards expected of a Relais & Châteaux and Forbes-recognized property.

Requirements

• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in upscale, wine-focused, or boutique restaurant environments
• Strong mixology foundation and wine knowledge
• Experience working within a cohesive restaurant concept (not nightclub-focused)
• Ability to perform under seasonal peak demand

Nice To Haves

• Wine certification (WSET / CMS Intro) or formal mixology training is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Execution of the Cuvée cocktail program with consistency and precision
• Develop seasonal cocktail features aligned with coastal and Mediterranean influences
• Ensure alignment between the bar program and the wine-forward identity of Cuvée Bistro
• Maintain recipe standards, costing awareness, and product integrity
• Support menu evolution in collaboration with leadership
• Execute classic and contemporary cocktails with technical excellence
• Utilize fresh ingredients, house-made syrups, and thoughtful garnishes
• Demonstrate strong understanding of classic cocktail families, modern mixology techniques, spirits and liqueurs, and wine fundamentals and pairings
• Deliver champagne and wine service confidently
• Create an inviting, energetic yet refined bar atmosphere
• Engage guests in confident, conversational service
• Educate guests on beverage selections without being intimidating
• Build relationships with repeat local and hotel guests
• Set the tone for “quality without formality”
• Oversee bar organization, prep, and cleanliness
• Assist with inventory control and ordering
• Ensure compliance with all alcohol service regulations
• Maintain high Forbes-level presentation standards

Benefits

• Hiring Bonus Available: $500 paid out in three (3) installments - $250 at 30 days of employment; $150 at 60 days of employment; and $150 at 90 days of employment.
• State Health Insurance
• Company Dental and Vision
• 401K - Contribution and Matching
• On Demand Pay - your pay before payday
• Team Member/Family/Friend home and restaurant discounts within Noble House Hotels & Resorts (nationwide)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed