Team Lead - Tasting Room - Grand Haven

New Holland Brewing Careers•Grand Haven, MI

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Tasting Room Lead Bartender provides on-shift leadership for the assigned Distillery Tasting Room. This role leads service execution, upholds product and cocktail standards, supports cash controls and inventory processes, and assists the Tasting Room Manager with administrative and operational responsibilities assigned. Partners closely with the Tasting Room Manager to ensure consistent team performance and delivery of remarkable hospitality aligned with experience and financial goals.

Requirements

Proficiency in alcohol service compliance, sanitation, and cash – handling practices
1+ year experience in a cocktail bartending environment
Excellent communication and guest – engagement skills; thrives in fast – paced service windows
Availability for evenings, weekends, events, and holidays

Responsibilities

Lead and act in a manner consistent with our Mission, Vision & Values
Provide on-shift leadership while actively bartending to ensure consistent execution of hospitality, beverage quality, and service standards, reinforcing accountability and supporting team performance
Train new bartenders, reinforcing product knowledge, service expectations, and operational standards to build team capability and consistency
Uphold and coach adherence to cocktail, spirits, beer, and wine standards, ensuring products are prepared and presented to recipe, portion, and brand specifications
Support operational execution through cash controls, inventory support, ordering, and receiving, contributing to accurate financial and product management
Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant tasting room environment, ensuring adherence to alcohol service, safety, and sanitation standards
Partner with the Tasting Room Manager on administrative responsibilities, shift communication, and continuous improvement efforts that strengthen team capability, guest experience, and business results