Lead Service Bartendar

ASH (UK) Co Ltd•Los Angeles, CA

8d•$28 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Lead Service Bartender to set the standard for our bar and café program and to anchor the team that brings it to life. This role crafts cocktails, pours wine and beer, and delivers full food service — while also training service bartenders, setting the pace and tone behind the bar, and acting as the point person for the shift when a manager isn't on the floor. The ideal candidate is part craftsperson, host, server, and mentor. They take pride in a perfectly balanced cocktail and hold the rest of the team to that same standard. They understand that the drink is only part of the job, and that guiding a guest through the food menu — and coaching a newer bartender through a rush — matters just as much. Confident behind the bar during a Friday night rush, they also bring the operational discipline to manage pours, plate food to standard, own inventory and ordering, and uphold responsible service while ensuring the rest of the bar team is accountable.

Requirements

2+ years of bartending and serving experience in a restaurant, bar, or hotel setting, with prior lead, trainer, or supervisory experience preferred
Advanced working knowledge of classic and contemporary cocktails, wine, and beer, with the ability to teach recipes and technique to others
California RBS (Responsible Beverage Service) certification and Food Handler's certification required, or obtained upon hire
Experience with POS systems, cash handling, and basic inventory/ordering software
Proven ability to lead and motivate a team in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
Excellent communication skills and the ability to multitask under pressure while keeping others calm and on track
Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
Passion for hospitality, craft beverages, mentorship, and guest experience

Responsibilities

Act as shift lead behind the bar, setting priorities, delegating stations, and stepping in to support the team during peak volume
Train and mentor service bartenders and on cocktail specs, service standards, and house procedures
Serve as the primary point of contact for bar-related questions or issues when a manager is not present, escalating appropriately
Provide input to management on scheduling, staffing needs, and team performance
Lead pre-shift briefings to align the team on specials, VIPs, 86'd items, and service priorities
Own inventory management for the bar program: conducting counts, placing orders with vendors, and controlling costs and pour waste
Maintain and help evolve the cocktail, wine, and beer program in partnership with management, including recipe consistency and seasonal updates
Ensure all bartenders are pouring, batching, and garnishing to spec through regular quality checks
Maintain relationships with beverage vendors and reps
Serve café menu items (e.g., sandwiches, salads, small plates, shared appetizers) to presentation standards
Deliver full food and beverage service from order to table, ensuring accurate timing and course sequencing between kitchen and bar
Communicate food allergies, modifications, and special requests clearly to kitchen staff via POS or verbally
Maintain expert knowledge of the full food and beverage menu, including ingredients, preparation methods, and allergen information, to confidently answer guest questions and train others to do the same
Follow and enforce proper food handling, storage, and temperature protocols in accordance with health department standards
Supervise opening and closing bar procedures, including cash drawer accuracy and end-of-night reconciliation