Bartender job

Apply for the Bartender job•Chicago, IL

15d•Onsite

About The Position

The Zoomies bar is unlike any other bar in Chicago — your customers' dogs are playing off-leash a few feet away while you craft cocktails, pour craft beers, and wine for a crowd of dog-obsessed regulars. We're looking for skilled, social bartenders who can keep pace during our busy weekend rushes and bring energy to our weeknight crowd. Candidates who are also open to picking up café/barista shifts are especially welcome — we love building flexible team members.

Requirements

2+ years of bartending experience required
Craft cocktail knowledge and ability to work efficiently under pressure
Illinois BASSET certification required (or ability to obtain prior to first shift)
Outgoing personality with genuine love of people — and tolerance for dog hair on your outfit
Reliable and accountable; weekend and holiday availability required
Cash handling accuracy and POS experience
Dog-friendly personality is non-negotiable — you'll be working around dogs every single day

Nice To Haves

Interest in cross-training as a barista is a strong plus

Responsibilities

Craft cocktails, pour draft and canned beer, and serve wine and non-alcoholic beverages per recipe standards
Provide fast, accurate, friendly service across the bar and to guests in the park-adjacent seating areas
Manage bar inventory: monitor stock levels, communicate ordering needs, and assist with deliveries and stocking
Enforce responsible alcohol service practices at all times; recognize signs of intoxication and act accordingly
Maintain a spotless bar station throughout service and perform full close-out cleaning of your station at end of shift
Operate the POS system accurately for all transactions; handle cash and card payments
Upsell Zoomies memberships and merchandise during slower moments
Assist with event setup and breakdown for private bookings and special events