Bartender

RUNA; Stockholms kommun; On-site; SEK 275,520 - 344,400; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate/salary and tips

Staff meals

Pension and health benefits

Training in cocktails and wine

Job summary

RUNA, a new fine dining restaurant in Stockholm, seeks a Bartender to craft cocktails and enhance guest experiences. Responsibilities include cocktail preparation, engaging with guests, and maintaining bar standards. Applicants should have bartending experience, a passion for wine, and flexibility for evenings and weekends. RUNA values creativity, offering training, competitive pay, and a supportive team environment. Join us to be part of something special and grow your career in hospitality.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Bartender in a cocktail bar or quality restaurant.
• Confident with classic cocktails and interested in creative, seasonal drinks.
• Fluent in English; Swedish or other languages are meritorious.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve cocktails and drinks according to RUNA standards.
• Engage guests at the bar with a welcoming approach.
• Follow recipes and maintain speed, accuracy, and consistency.

Skills

Bartending experience

Wine knowledge

Cocktail preparation

Guest engagement

Education

Sommelier studies or WSET certification

Job description

About RUNA

RUNA is a new casual fine dining restaurant in central Stockholm, where Nordic precision meets Peruvian soul. Our bar is an extension of the kitchen, focused on flavour, balance, and storytelling.

About the Role

As Bartender, you craft cocktails, pour wine and beverages, and create a warm, engaging bar experience. You work closely with the Bar Manager and service team to deliver a coherent beverage journey for our guests.

Sommelier studies, WSET or similar certifications, or strong wine experience are highly meritorious.

Our Culture – Passion Over a Golden CV

At RUNA, passion matters more than a perfect CV. We look for people who want to build something with us, grow in their careers, and treat the restaurant as if it were their own. We are not interested in constant staff rotation – we invest in people who want to invest in us.

We work as one team without big egos. Everyone’s voice is heard, and we expect ideas, feedback, and contributions from all colleagues. You don’t just work for us – you work with us, and you are part of shaping what RUNA becomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve cocktails, wine, beer, and non-alcoholic drinks according to RUNA standards.

• Engage guests at the bar with a welcoming, knowledgeable approach.

• Support the dining room with wine and beverage service during busy periods.

• Follow recipes and specs while maintaining speed, accuracy, and consistency.

• Maintain bar mise en place, cleanliness, and hygiene standards.

• Assist with stock control, ordering, and inventory.

• Contribute ideas to cocktail and beverage development.

• Uphold responsible service of alcohol and follow all safety and legal guidelines.

Who You Are

• Experience as Bartender in a cocktail bar or quality restaurant.

• Confident with classic cocktails and interested in creative, seasonal drinks.

• Strong interest in wine; sommelier or WSET education is a clear plus.

• Guest-focused, calm under pressure, and a team player.

• Humble, curious, and open to feedback – you care about getting better every day.

• Motivated to invest in the place you work and be part of a stable, growing team.

• Fluent in English; Swedish or other languages are meritorious.

• Flexible regarding evenings, weekends, and holidays.

• Right to work in Sweden.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly rate/salary and tips.

• Staff meals, pension, and health benefit (friskvårdsbidrag).

• Training in cocktails, wine, and service standards.

• A creative environment where your input is valued.

How to Apply

Submit your CV and a short cover letter, including a few examples of drinks or programs you’ve worked on and any wine/sommelier education you have.