Bartender

Smokin Fins; Arvada (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid Life and AD&D insurance

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Short-term disability insurance

Meal discounts

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Smokin Fins is seeking a skilled Bartender to join our polished casual team in Colorado. You will craft cocktails and beverages, maintain a clean, high-energy bar, and contribute to a welcoming guest experience.

Ideal candidates have at least two years of bartending experience in polished casual venues, strong beverage knowledge, and the ability to work unsupervised in a fast-paced environment. Weekend shifts and flexibility are expected.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age.
• Minimum 2 years of serving and bartending in polished casual settings.
• Strong beverage knowledge across spirits, wine and beer.
• TIPS certification required.
• Ability to work independently without supervision.
• Excellent communication and guest service skills.

Responsibilities

• Craft quality cocktails and standard drinks following recipes.
• Maintain a welcoming, clean bar area and assist in the overall Fins Culture.
• Ensure accurate ticketing and order modifications for guests.
• Balance bar till at shift start/end and handle payments.
• Restock bar inventory and keep glassware and bar tools organized.
• Provide recommendations and upsell beverages and food when appropriate.

Skills

21+ age

2+ years bartending

Polished casual experience

TIPS certified

Excellent beverage knowledge

Unsupervised work capability

Tools

Toast POS

Job description

Are you enthusiastic about crafting memorable dining experiences and eager to join a team of outstanding hospitality professionals? Flourish in an environment that values innovation and teamwork? We're seeking individuals with a deep desire to contribute to the expansion of our concept in the "Polished Casual" dining category. We're on the lookout for outgoing, hardworking, and exceptionally hospitable individuals who are driven by a passion for greatness! If you possess that passion, we invite you to drop by and explore if we're the perfect company for you!

Position: Bartender

Who We Are:

Our mission is to:

• Create raving fans: go above and beyond in the name of great service
• Bring the highest quality beverage to every table
• Maintain a fun, clean, and inviting restaurant
• Be a part in improving our local community
• Operate with pride and integrity in everything we do
• Never stop improving ourselves and those around us
• As leaders in the business, everyone is equally responsible for upholding these values.
• Everyone is a leader, regardless of the role you hold in the restaurant.
• The standard you walk by is the standard you accept, and it’s up to all of us to take ownership and maintain the highest level of excellence in everything we do.

What you'll bring:

• A positive, upbeat attitude that cascades to your team and our customers.
• A reliable, can‑do attitude and an unmatched work ethic
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail

What you'll do:

• Craft quality cocktails, including our specialty cocktails, following detailed drink builds, and using your skills as an experienced bartender.
• Work with your Team to maintain and grow our Fins Culture that welcomes our guests and provides exceptional hospitality.
• Ensure ticket times and orders are going out correctly with any modifications by the guest.
• Maintain a clean working environment.
• Demonstrate composure and effectiveness in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment.
• Have flexibility in working weekends and occasional holidays.
• Maintain a willingness to step in as needed to ensure the restaurant's smooth and efficient operation.
• Assumes 100% responsibility for quality of guests’ experience.
• Check identification of guest behavior to limit potential problems and liability related to excessive drinking.
• Take drink and food orders from guests and beverage orders from servers.
• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non‑alcoholic drinks consistent with the restaurant's standard drink recipes.
• Learns the names and personally recognize our regulars.
• Wash and sterilize glassware, utensils, and bar equipment.
• Prepare garnishes for drinks and replenish snacks for bar patrons.
• Maintains bottles and glasses in an attractive and functional manner to support efficient drink preparation and promotion of beverages.
• Clear and reset tables in bar area.
• Present drink menus, make specific recommendations and answer questions regarding beverages.
• Maintain cleanliness in all areas of the bar including counters, sinks, utensils, shelves, and storage areas.
• Restock and replenish bar inventory and supplies.
• Balance bar till at the beginning and end of each shift
• Has excellent knowledge of mixing, garnishing & serving cocktails.
• Comply with & uphold all food/beverage regulations.
• Attention to detail & presentation of each drink order.
• Contributes to daily, holiday & themed drink menus in collaboration with supervisor.
• Completes cleaning according to daily & weekly schedules.
• Assess customers’ needs & preferences.
• Upsells food/drinks to maximize profits.
• Educates customers on our menu concept & ingredients we use.

Qualifications:

• Be 21 years of age.
• Have at least 2 years of serving and bartending experience in "polished casual" establishments.
• Must have above average beverage knowledge of spirits, wine & beer, and how to prepare cocktails from line‑build to garnish.
• TIPS Certified
• Be able to communicate and understand the predominant language(s) of our guests.
• Must be able to work unsupervised.
• Must be available to work weekends and between the hours of 9:00 am to 12:00 am
• Must have the ability to handle money and operate Toast point‑of‑sale system.
• Must be able to stand and work for up to 6 hours at a time.
• Must be able to perform repetitive motion work without the assistance of restraints, braces, or other incumbrances that limit range of motion or physical activity.
• Must be able to lift, move and shelve products and materials weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to work in temperatures exceeding 85* for extended periods of time.
• Be willing to follow direction and ask questions for clarification if needed.
• Be able to work in a fast‑paced restaurant environment.
• Must possess qualities like adaptability, planning, problem solving, teamwork and multi‑tasking.
• Is self‑motivated, reliable, and able to work a flexible schedule.

Why Us?

• Company-paid Life and AD&D insurance
• Benefits available after meeting eligibility requirements:
  • Medical, dental, and vision
  • Short‑term disability insurance
  • Supplemental life insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
• Up to 48 hours of paid sick and safe leave ("PSSL") - Colorado locations only
• Paid family and medical leave Insurance ("FAMLI") and public health emergency leave ("PHEL") - Colorado locations only
• Flexible work schedules
• Meal discounts
• An opportunity to grow your career path within our family of brands.

The base hourly pay range represents the low and high end of the pay range for this position

Job Type: Part-time