JORY Lead Bartender

Allison Inn & Spa•Newberg, OR

About The Position

The Allison Inn & Spa is Oregon Wine Country's first full service luxury resort in the heart of the Willamette Valley. JORY is the signature restaurant at The Allison Inn & Spa. Our creative fine dining menus accentuate the native flavors of the Willamette Valley with a strong influence on seasonal, farm-to-table agriculture. Each morning ripe vegetables are picked to be woven into the daily menu plan. At The Allison Inn & Spa our working philosophy is a commitment to strive for excellence in all we do. We are a passionate and empowered team, inspired by the bounty and warmth of our surroundings and community, genuinely dedicated to providing world class service and meaningful memories for our guests. Join us as we strive for excellence.

Requirements

2 years’ experience bartending in a restaurant, hotel bar or bar.
Must be 21 years of age or older.
Current Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission (OLCC) License.
State of Oregon Food Handler’s Card.
Must have ability to work a flexible schedule to include days, evenings, weekends and holidays.
Ability to effectively communicate with all team members.
An enthusiastic, positive demeanor and desire to provide exceptional guest service.
Successfully pass background investigation.

Responsibilities

Deliver exceptional, personalized beverage service to guests, ensuring consistency with luxury hospitality standards.
Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages with precision, efficiency and attention to detail.
Maintain deep knowledge of all beverage offerings, including cocktails, wine, beer and non-alcoholic selections, to confidently guide guest experience.
Lead onboarding and continuous training of bar team members, ensuring adherence to service standards, product knowledge and technique.
Provide ongoing coaching and mentorship to elevate team performance and consistency.
Conduct regular service training for bartenders and servers, including spirits education and cocktail knowledge.
Facilitate quarterly bar team meetings to communicate updates, reinforce standard and drive engagement.
Develop and evolve cocktail menus in alignment with seasonality, brand identity, and guest preferences.
Design and lead a thoughtful Low ABV and no/low-proof cocktail program, ensuring offerings are innovative, balanced and aligned with guest demand and wellness trends.
Create, maintain and update standardized recipe books for JORY and Banquets to ensure consistency across all shifts and team members.
Manage cocktail costing and pricing strategy to support financial goals while maintaining quality.
Oversee and maintain the Craftable system, ensuring recipes, costing and inventory are accurate and up to date.
Manage bar inventory, including spirits, wine, beer, and non-alcoholic products, ensuring proper stock levels and minimal waste.
Create and maintain order guides to streamline purchasing and ensure consistency.
Oversee ordering of all bar-related operational supplies (e.g., garnishes, tools, smallwares).
Conduct regular inventory counts and audits, including glassware inventory and replacement needs.
Ensure bar organization, cleanliness and par levels are consistently maintained to support efficient service.
Maintain and oversee all bar equipment, including proper care, cleaning and servicing of the espresso machine.
Establish and uphold systems for prep, storage and execution to support high-volume and high-quality service.
Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and guest experience.
Act as a floor presence during service, supporting bartenders and stepping in as needed to ensure seamless execution.
Handle guest concerns or special requests with professionalism and urgency.
Collaborate with restaurant leadership to align bar operations with overall service goals.