Lead Bartender (3 Taps)/Seasonal Employment

Chautauqua Institution; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A seasonal hospitality organization in the UK seeks a Lead Bartender for a lakeside bar. Responsibilities include serving cocktails, overseeing staff, and ensuring guest satisfaction. Ideal candidates will have knowledge of alcoholic beverages and experience in a fast-paced environment. This full-time role offers a competitive hourly rate, flexible scheduling during the summer season, and a vibrant work atmosphere. Join a community dedicated to recreation and engagement during the summer months.

Benefits

Flexible scheduling

Access to programs at the Amphitheater

Competitve hourly wage

Qualifications

• Ability to prepare mixed drinks according to standards.
• Experience in maintaining cleanliness of bar and utensils.
• Familiarity with NYS Liquor Laws.

Responsibilities

• Oversee front-of-house staff and monitor restaurant operations.
• Interact with guests and ensure high satisfaction.
• Conduct training for seasonal staff.

Skills

Knowledge of beer, wine, and liquor

Bar and cocktail service

Experience with POS systems

Customer interaction experience

Teamwork

Job description

Lead Bartender (3 Taps)/Seasonal Employment

Job Category: Restaurant

Requisition Number: LEADB004514

• Posted : December 22, 2025
• Full-Time
• Rate : $13.00 per hour

Locations

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The Athenaeum Hotel 3 S Lake Dr Chautauqua, NY 14722, USA

Description

3 Taps is a casual outdoor lakeside bar where patrons can enjoy draft beer and cocktails by the fire while listening to live music. Food and soft drinks are available from The A Truck, a food truck operated by Chautauqua Hotel Company. During the nine-week summer season tableside and bar service is available 11:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. daily. During the pre-season (May) and post-season (October) service is typically available Friday to Sunday.

About Your Compensation

Compensation for this position is $13.00/hour plus tipped earnings. Employees who are scheduled to perform work in a non-tipped capacity for 20%+ or more of their shift, attend required events like orientation or training, or do not average minimum wage with their combined tipped income each week will be paid a minimum wage of $16.00/hour.

About Your Work Day

• Knowledge of beer, wine, and liquor.
• Consistently prepare mixed drinks according to Athenaeum Hotel standards.
• Receive and prepare bar beverage orders from the service staff.
• Provide guests with a fast‑paced bar and cocktail service.
• Cleaning glasses and utensils, bar area.
• Restocking beer, wine, and glasses as necessary.
• Track all orders through POS System and report daily sales.
• Track complimentary, unwanted, or lost beverages.
• Know and understand NYS Liquor Laws.
• Oversee front‑of‑house staff and monitor restaurant operations.
• Interact with guests and ensure guest satisfaction is above and beyond.
• Maintain standards of fine dining establishment in a fast‑paced atmosphere.
• Work alongside kitchen staff to ensure quality control of the product.
• Assist management in overall cost‑effectiveness within budget and oversee front‑of‑house staff and monitor restaurant operations.
• Interact with guests and ensure guest satisfaction is above and beyond.
• Conduct training for seasonal staff.
• Responsible for directing employees to keep a clean space and atmosphere.
• All other duties as assigned.

About the Referral Program

Chautauqua Institution’s Referral Bonus Program is a talent solution to recruit, develop, and retain a diverse workforce that encompasses all the skills and experience necessary to deliver on our goals and objectives. Chautauqua Institution will provide a $500 referral bonus (less taxes) for active employees referring a new candidate who is hired and remains employed for at least 90‑days from the first physical date of work. In the case of seasonal positions working less than 6‑months, the new candidate must remain actively employed for at least 30‑days from the first physical date of work and until the closing date of the season. The closing date of the season is the last Sunday in August.

About Your Schedule

Chautauqua Institution and Chautauqua Hotel Company offer flexible schedules, full and part‑time, for seasonal employment during summer operations starting annually each June and concluding in August. Seasonal employment may be available earlier (pre‑season) and beyond season (post‑season) based on business needs and candidate availability. Schedules typically include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays as a requirement.

While you will confirm your final schedule with management at the time of an interview and offer of employment, you should generally anticipate the following schedule options for this position:

Typically work an eight‑hour shift with a start time that varies between 5am to 5pm.

About Living on the Grounds

No employer‑provided housing is available for this position. Applicants should plan to secure independent housing or reside within a commutable distance.

About Chautauqua Institution

Chautauqua Institution is a not‑for‑profit global convener of dialogue on the most significant issues of the day through engagement across four pillars of the arts, education, religion, and recreation. The Chautauqua community is located on the shores of Chautauqua Lake in southwestern New York State and comes alive each summer with a unique mix of visual and performing arts, lectures, interfaith worship/programs, and recreational activities. Chautauqua Institution owns and operates Chautauqua Hotel Company, a comprehensive hotel, food & beverage, conferencing, and events organization.

There are countless ways that our talent will engage with our mission, vision, and diverse communities, and you are invited to immerse yourself in our programming as a gateway to this experience. Employees will receive a traditional Chautauqua gate pass, free of cost, which provides access to many of our programs at the Amphitheater.

Our Commitment to IDEA

Chautauqua Institution values Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA) as a priority in our strategic plan, 150 Forward. One of our five core values is “The dignity and contributions of all people.” We are committed to creating conditions where everyone can engage as complete and valued participants in the Chautauqua experience. The Institution is an equal opportunity employer committed to equitable and inclusive hiring practices. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against based on any status protected under federal, state, or local law. We especially welcome applications from those who can demonstrate experience, engagement, and professional expertise in IDEA.

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