Bartender

Wet Willie's; Charlotte, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Wet Willie's is seeking a bartender to ensure consistent drink quality and fast service in a lively Charlotte, NC setting. You will prepare orders quickly according to established recipes and maintain a clean, safe work area while delivering superior guest service.

You will greet guests, verify age for alcohol, know the bar menu, and help with inventory and stock management. The role requires at least 1 year of bartending experience and flexible availability, including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience operating a full-service bar.
• Must be at least 21 years of age and able to obtain alcohol service licensing.
• Strong knowledge of mixology, drink menus and classic cocktail preparation.
• Excellent customer service and cash handling skills; ability to work flexible shifts.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests in a timely and professional manner.
• Verify guests are at least 21 years old when purchasing alcohol.
• Know bar and menu items and make recommendations.
• Take food and beverage orders accurately and promptly at the bar and lounge.
• Deliver orders within established time frames.
• Use suggestive selling techniques.
• Ensure alcohol is consumed in designated areas only.
• Set up and maintain bar stock levels.
• Place orders for liquor and bar supplies and conduct inventory.

Skills

Mixology

Customer service

Cash handling

Verbal communication

Math skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

POS system

Job description

As a Bartender, you ensure consistent drink quality by preparing orders in a short period of time and in accordance with recipes and guidelines established by the Food and Beverage department. You will also maintain a clean, sanitary, and safe work area in a fast paced environment, while providing superior guest service.

Specific responsibilities include:

• Greet guests in a timely and professional manner
• Verify guests that purchase alcohol are at least 21 years of age
• Possess full knowledge of bar and menu items and be able to make recommendations
• Accurately take food and beverage orders from guests in a timely manner at the bar and lounge area
• Deliver food and beverage orders within established time frames
• Consistently use suggestive selling techniques
• Ensure that alcohol is consumed in designated areas only
• Set up and maintain appropriate stock levels for the bar
• Assist in placing orders for all liquor and bar related supplies
• Conduct inventory of all liquor and bar related supplies

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Obtain any necessary alcohol service licensing requirements
• Minimum of 1 year of experience operating a full service bar
• Strong knowledge of alcohol mixology, drink menus and classic cocktail preparation
• Ability to stand on feet for an extended period of time
• Ability to work flexible shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to work in a fast pace environment
• Excellent customer service skills with strong ability to interact with guests
• Verbal communication skills, and accurate math and cash handling skills