Bartender

Watershed Hospitality Group; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Watershed Hospitality Group in Ann Arbor seeks an experienced bartender to join a team of 8–20 and deliver memorable guest experiences. You’ll work between the bar and dining area, supporting colleagues and ensuring smooth service.

Requirements include 3–5 years in a high-volume bar, willingness to work nights and weekends, and knowledge of the full drink menu. Basic Excel/Word skills are helpful for reporting and ordering.

Qualifications

• Three to five years' experience bartending in a high-volume, full-service restaurant/bar.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word for reports or orders.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional bar service and cocktails.
• Monitor guest safety and manage pace during shifts.
• Maintain cleanliness and setup for each shift.
• Assist with opening and closing duties and teamwork.

Skills

Customer service

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Menu knowledge

Calm under pressure

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Bartender Position Summary:

You are an experienced bartender! You can confidently navigate between the busy bar and keeping an eye on the restaurant and your team's needs. you'll be part of a team of anywhere from 8 to 20 people, removing obstacles in an effort to maximize productivity and to ensure your guests have a wonderful experience, leaving happy and satisfied.

• Brings integrity and consistency to service delivery approach and models organization's values
• Self-motivated and never shy to take initiative
• Memorizes daily food and drink specials as well as customer favorites, and regulars' preferences
• Must have an exceptional work ethic and the ability to multi-task and prioritize effectively
• Has intimate knowledge of full drink menu
• Ability to make cocktails, learns an extensive menu
• Uses excellent customer service and displays friendliness throughout the course of your shift in person and on the phone
• Ensure guest satisfaction by leveraging effective communication skills; builds long-term relationships
• Completes side work with professionalism and commitment to quality
• Is organized and timely with presenting reports
• Presents spaces at their best with a strong commitment to cleanliness
• Is responsible about intervening on excessive consumption; able to prioritize safety above revenue potential when needed
• Brings a positive attitude every shift and treats everyone (clients and colleagues alike) with respect
• Maintains composure, remains calm and patient despite dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Brings A-game to every shift; serves guests with a calm sense of urgency
• Performs opening and closing duties with timeliness, thoroughness and attention to detail
• Set up team for success; ensure bar and supplies are stocked for next shift
• Displays infectious energy and initiative - brings the hustle

Need to know:

• Nights and weekend availability is a must!
• Availability for ALL University of Michigan football home games preferred
• You may be asked to lift up to 20 lbs throughout a shift
• You need to have basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word

Experience needed:

three to five years' experience bartending in a high volume, full-service restaurant/bar that is used to constant business