Lead Bartender
About The Position
Old Town Bar LLC in Bordentown, NJ is hiring a full‑time Lead Bartender to take ownership of our beverage program, lead with confidence, and bring fresh energy to every shift. If you're passionate about craft, consistency, and creative control, and want a role where your ideas actually matter, this is your opportunity. Apply today and take the lead! As our Lead Bartender, you'll lead the beverage program from the ground up, designing core and seasonal cocktails, refining house favorites, and ensuring every drink meets your standard. You'll train and mentor bartenders and servers, oversee consistency across shifts, collaborate with ownership on menu direction and pricing, manage prep and organization, and set the tone through action and execution. Located on historic Farnsworth Avenue in the heart of Bordentown City, Old Town Pub blends local history with modern flair. Once known as The Farnsworth House, the restaurant underwent a major renovation in 2017 under the leadership of local legends Michael Scharibone and Scott O'Brien. Today, Old Town Pub is a go-to spot for both fine and casual dining, featuring an impressive 50-tap draft system with rotating craft beers, a creative cocktail menu, and deliciously crafted dishes. With multiple bars, a vibrant dining scene, and private event spaces, we've built a reputation as one of Bordentown's favorite destinations. If you're ready to step into a leadership bartending role where your skills, creativity, and experience truly matter, we want to hear from you. Apply today to become the Lead Bartender at Old Town Bar LLC and help shape the future of our beverage program! Our initial application process is fast, simple, and mobile‑friendly, so you can apply anytime, anywhere.
Requirements
- 3+ years bartending experience (high volume and or craft preferred)
- Experience in leading cocktail or beverage programs
- Strong knowledge of spirits and bar operations
- Ability to train and lead without ego
- Organized and detail-oriented
- Balancing creativity with cost control and profitability
- Must be available nights, weekends, and holidays
- Possess a valid alcohol service certification, or be able to obtain one, is preferred
Responsibilities
- Lead the beverage program from the ground up
- Design core and seasonal cocktails
- Refine house favorites
- Ensure every drink meets your standard
- Train and mentor bartenders and servers
- Oversee consistency across shifts
- Collaborate with ownership on menu direction and pricing
- Manage prep and organization
- Set the tone through action and execution
Benefits
- performance bonuses tied to beverage program execution
- bonus opportunities for seasonal menus and feature rollouts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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