Bartender

Sage Hospitality•Pittsburgh, PA

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Atterbury Hotel, managed by Sage Hospitality, is seeking a Bartender to join their top-notch culinary team. This role is responsible for the set-up, mixing of drinks, service, and clean-up of the bar area while ensuring quality service, guest satisfaction, and achievement of company standards and profit maximization. The Bartender will prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, engage guests, maintain awareness of the bar area, accurately enter orders, process payments, and maintain cleanliness and organization of the bar. They will also follow safety, sanitation, and responsible alcohol service guidelines, restock supplies, communicate effectively with associates and leadership, assist with opening and closing duties, and support restaurant operations during peak service periods. The role requires a friendly, cheerful, and courteous demeanor with a kind, welcoming, detail-oriented approach and a strong sense of urgency.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Previous bartending or hospitality experience preferred.
Must meet state and federal minimum age requirements for serving alcohol.
Knowledge of bar service, beverage preparation, and hospitality standards.
Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with guests and associates.
Ability to read and follow recipes, tickets, and service instructions.
Manual coordination to operate bar equipment, handle glassware, and prepare beverages efficiently.
Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 lbs.
Frequent bending, reaching, and handling throughout service.
Continuous standing and walking during shifts.
Ability to hear and respond effectively in a fast-paced, busy environment.
Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages accurately, consistently, and in accordance with recipes and service standards.
Engage guests warmly, guiding them through beverage offerings and providing thoughtful recommendations.
Maintain strong awareness of the bar area, anticipating guest needs and responding promptly throughout service.
Accurately enter orders, process payments, and follow all cash-handling and POS procedures.
Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bar, including workstations, glassware, tools, and storage areas.
Follow all safety, sanitation, and responsible alcohol service guidelines in compliance with company standards and local regulations.
Restock bar supplies, garnish stations, and glassware to ensure service readiness.
Communicate effectively with associates and leadership to support smooth service execution.
Assist with opening and closing duties as assigned.
Support restaurant operations during peak service periods with urgency and teamwork.
Maintains a friendly, cheerful, and courteous demeanor at all times.
Exhibits a kind, welcoming, detail-oriented approach with a strong sense of urgency.