Bartender- Varsity Pins/ The City Forum

Project 2231•Clarksville, TN

18d•$3 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Varsity Pins at The City Forum is seeking an engaging, dependable bartender to provide excellent drinks and genuine hospitality in a lively entertainment setting. The bartender sets the energy at the bar, connects with guests, recommends drinks, maintains a clean and organized workspace, and serves alcohol responsibly. The role requires confidence with guests, steadiness during busy periods, and commitment to accuracy, safety, and teamwork. The position involves welcoming guests; preparing alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages; explaining menu options; verifying identification and monitoring alcohol service; accurately processing orders and payments; keeping the bar clean, stocked, and organized; completing opening, closing, restocking, and cash-handling procedures; and coordinating with servers, kitchen employees, and managers. The schedule is 20–25 hours and includes nights, weekends, and holidays except Easter, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years old.
Working knowledge of beer, wine, spirits, standard cocktails, and bar equipment.
Clear communication and strong guest-service instincts.
Accurate cash-handling and basic math skills.
Ability to remain organized and professional in a fast-paced environment.
Dependable availability for evenings, weekends, holidays, and peak business periods.
Ability to obtain and maintain the Tennessee alcohol-server permit required for the role.
Ability to stand for extended periods and frequently lift and carry up to 30 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Bartending, restaurant, hospitality, or high-volume guest-service experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Welcome guests and provide friendly, attentive bar service.
Prepare beer, wine, cocktails, and nonalcoholic beverages using approved recipes.
Explain menu options and make thoughtful recommendations.
Verify identification and follow responsible-alcohol-service requirements.
Monitor guest consumption and involve leadership when service should be limited or stopped.
Enter orders accurately and process cash and electronic payments.
Maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked bar.
Wash and store glassware and sanitize tools, equipment, and work surfaces.
Complete opening, closing, restocking, and cash-handling procedures.
Monitor product levels and communicate shortages or equipment concerns.
Work closely with servers, kitchen employees, and managers to provide smooth guest service.
Follow food-safety, alcohol-service, workplace-safety, and company standards.