Bartender

Boxcar Bar + Arcade•Durham, NC

18d

About The Position

Boxcar is seeking an experienced bartender for its Durham location. Bartenders set the tone for a welcoming, lively venue and provide fast, accurate, high-volume service while creating a great experience for guests. The role involves serving a varied menu of craft beer, cocktails, shots, and non-alcoholic drinks, and participating in events and theme nights. Team members share responsibility for the practical work that keeps the bar operating, including keg changes, line cleaning, fruit preparation, restocking, mopping, maintaining cleanliness, handling cash, and managing inventory and tabs.

Requirements

Several years of experience in high-volume bars or nightclubs.
Kindness, honesty, integrity, and consideration.
Willingness to contribute as part of a team and take on shared tasks.
Conscientiousness and a balanced, good-humored approach to work.
Genuine hospitality and enjoyment of working with people.
Availability to work weekends, closing shifts, private events, and holidays as business needs require.
Reliability and punctuality.
Ability to work 8-hour shifts on your feet and lift 40 lbs.

Nice To Haves

Cicerone Certified Beer Server certification.
ServSafe Alcohol certification.

Responsibilities

Prepare and serve drinks quickly and accurately during high-volume service.
Engage guests, answer questions, and help ensure they have a great experience.
Know the menu and recommend craft beer, cocktails, shots, and non-alcoholic options.
Participate in events and theme nights, including dressing for themes when required.
Perform keg changes, clean lines, prepare fruit, restock, and mop.
Maintain a clean bar and handle cash, inventory, and tabs accurately.
Pitch in across team responsibilities and help with tasks beyond core duties.