Bartender

Sage Hospitality•Charlotte, NC

13d

About The Position

The Bartender is responsible for setting up the bar, mixing and serving drinks, and cleaning the bar area while providing quality service, supporting guest satisfaction, and maintaining company standards and profitability. The role includes serving guests and cocktail servers, handling guest checks and payments, completing liquor requisitions and supply lists, complying with state liquor laws, maintaining established stock levels, and completing scheduled sidework. The posting also describes leadership expectations, including inspiring the bartending team and creating signature cocktails and classic drinks.

Requirements

Bartending training and certification; TIPS certification.
At least 6 months of bartending experience.
Must be at least 21 years of age to serve alcoholic beverages.
Able to lift and carry trays, dish racks, glass racks, and similar items weighing 20–40 pounds.
Able to push carts, Queen Marys, hotboxes, and portable bars weighing 50–100 pounds.
Able to bend and kneel to reach lower cabinets and lift trays.
Able to maneuver in narrow areas and between seated guests.
Able to stand continuously for the full scheduled shift and climb approximately 12 steps.
Able to use records and handle special requests.
Able to perform multiple tasks, follow verbal and written instructions in English, and communicate verbally and in writing.
Highly organized, with attention to sound and visual details in crowded and noisy situations.
Able to use tact and understanding when handling customer service problems, including stressful and emotional situations.
Able to accurately count cash and operate a cash register.

Responsibilities

Set up, mix drinks, serve guests, and clean the bar area.
Make and serve drinks to guests and cocktail servers according to established guidelines, procedures, policies, beverage controls, and safety controls.
Provide cordial, efficient, and professional guest service focused on guest satisfaction.
Ring guest checks, collect cash, and process credit and room charges according to company policies and procedures.
Complete liquor requisitions and supply lists.
Know and comply with state liquor laws.
Maintain established pars.
Perform sidework duties according to assigned schedules.
Craft signature cocktails and classic drinks.
Keep the bar area clean and well-stocked.
Lead and inspire the bartending team.