Restaurant Bartender

J.C. Newman Cigar Co.•Tampa, FL

20d

About The Position

J.C. Newman Hospitality Co. is seeking an experienced, guest-focused Bartender for its growing hospitality and events program in Tampa’s historic Ybor City. The role supports beverage service across a high-volume restaurant or bar environment, with a focus on delivering memorable guest experiences while maintaining accurate inventory practices and complying with alcohol-service and food-and-beverage safety regulations. The Bartender prepares and serves alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, engages with guests, and maintains an organized, clean, and safe bar. The position also supports inventory management, ordering, receiving deliveries, and accurate point-of-sale transactions. The hospitality experiences are scheduled to open in late 2026 in a restored 1910 building across from El Reloj. The work takes place in a fast-paced bar and restaurant environment with moderate to high noise levels. The role requires standing and walking for up to 10 hours per shift, and bending, pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 30 pounds. Availability for mornings and/or evenings, weekends, and holidays is required as business needs dictate.

Requirements

At least 2 years of bartending experience.
Strong knowledge of spirits, classic cocktails, wine, beer, and proper preparation techniques.
Ability to operate point-of-sale systems accurately and efficiently.
Proficiency with basic computer programs, including POS systems.
Strong communication skills and a professional presence.
Ability to stand and walk for up to 10 hours per shift.
Ability to bend, push, pull, and lift up to 30 pounds.
Availability to work mornings and/or evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs require.

Nice To Haves

Experience in high-volume restaurant or bar environments.

Responsibilities

Prepare alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages using measured pours for bar and restaurant guests.
Prepare and check the quality of juices, syrups, batches, garnishes, and other service ingredients.
Interact with guests, take orders, and serve beverages and light snacks.
Assess guest preferences and make appropriate food and beverage recommendations.
Verify guest identification to ensure compliance with legal drinking-age requirements.
Restock and replenish bar inventory and supplies.
Process cash and credit-card transactions accurately using the point-of-sale system.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe bar environment.
Assist with monthly liquor inventory counts.
Monitor and review inventory variances with management.
Assist with ordering liquor products and bar supplies, including ice, garnishes, and mixers.
Maintain appropriate inventory levels and usage to ensure product efficiency.
Receive invoices and deliveries.
Comply with all food and beverage safety regulations.