Bartender (Part Time)

Cosm•Inglewood, CA

About The Position

As a Bartender at Cosm, you help deliver a human-led, immersive guest experience by crafting high-quality beverages, engaging with guests, and creating memorable moments at the bar. The role calls for strong mixology skills, attention to detail, and a passion for hospitality and the food and beverage industry. Bartenders are expected to embody Cosm’s service pillars—Connected, Optimistic, Service Oriented, and Memorable—and provide a seamless guest experience throughout the venue. The position includes preparing beverages to company standards, maintaining bar readiness and cleanliness, accurately processing orders and payments, following responsible alcohol-service policies, and supporting coworkers and leaders to ensure smooth service. Responsibilities may change or be added based on business needs.

Requirements

At least 2 years of previous bartending experience.
Thorough understanding of mixing, garnishing, and serving alcoholic beverages.
Excellent communication and professional interpersonal skills.
Fluency in English and ability to write basic English.
Food handler’s card and state-recognized responsible alcohol certification, or ability to obtain them within the required timeframe.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Must be of legal age to create and pour alcoholic beverages under applicable local and state laws.
Ability to continuously stand and walk and lift up to 10 pounds.
Ability to frequently bend, squat, reach overhead, and lift up to 20 pounds.
Ability to occasionally climb, kneel, push, pull, and lift over 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Bartending experience in a fast-paced, full-service establishment.

Responsibilities

Bring the service pillars of Connected, Optimistic, Service Oriented, and Memorable to life through interactions with guests and team members.
Deliver exceptional, service-oriented hospitality at the bar and throughout the venue.
Engage guests with a positive, friendly, and professional approach.
Create memorable experiences through personalized service and beverage recommendations.
Help ensure each guest has a seamless experience from arrival through departure.
Maintain knowledge of menus, beverages, promotions, and upcoming events.
Prepare alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to company recipes and standards.
Use proper measuring tools, including a jigger, and follow drink procedures to ensure quality and consistency.
Enter orders accurately and efficiently into the POS.
Keep the bar clean, organized, and fully stocked throughout the shift.
Complete bar setup and closing procedures carefully and have the bar or section ready at the scheduled time.
Monitor and minimize product loss to support cost control.
Keep alcohol storage areas secure and compliant.
Support fellow team members and contribute to a connected, collaborative, high-energy team culture.
Communicate effectively with coworkers and leadership, follow supervisors’ direction, and maintain a positive attitude.
Follow accounting procedures for POS transactions, credit cards, gift cards, discounts, and team member meals.
Comply with state liquor laws and responsible alcohol-service policies.
Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment in accordance with company and state guidelines.
Attend and participate in required food, beverage, and service training.
Perform essential job functions, with or without reasonable accommodation, while following company policies and procedures.