Bartender

Fabio Viviani Hospitality Group; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant Italian restaurant in Cincinnati seeks an experienced Bartender to provide high-quality hospitality and expertly craft cocktails. Candidates should have a minimum of 2 years bartending experience and an energetic, positive attitude towards guests and team members. Responsibilities include maintaining a clean bar, preparing beverages according to recipes, and adhering to safety policies. If you’re passionate about food and service, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years bartending experience.
• Ability to follow cocktail recipes accurately.
• Experience in providing genuine hospitality.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality hospitality to guests.
• Craft alcoholic beverages for guests.
• Maintain a clean and well-stocked bar.

Skills

Cocktail preparation

Excellent communication

Positive attitude

Detail-oriented

Job description

About Zingaro– Italian Restaurant and Bar

Italians are storytellers, and every great story is fueled by adventure. Zingaro—the traveler, the wanderer, the free spirit—is the perfect name to capture the essence of a restaurant that takes your guests on a journey across Italy, one dish at a time. A menu inspired by the roads less traveled, from the smoky flavors of Sicily to the earthy truffles of Umbria, to the rich, buttery pastas of Emilia‑Romagna. Zingaro is about tasting it all, embracing the diverse, vibrant, and bold flavors that make Italy a culinary treasure. This name is more than a nod to the gypsy spirit—it’s a celebration of culinary wanderlust, where each dish tells a tale of tradition and innovation. Just as the Zingaro roams freely, our restaurant invites you to embark on a sensory journey that captures the essence of Italy’s diverse regions. Come for the vibe, stay for the food!

Partnership & Hiring Note

Zingaro is a partner restaurant of Fabio Viviani Hospitality Group. While we collaborate closely with the FVH team, all open positions are hired directly by Zingaro.

Duties

• Provide the highest quality and genuine hospitality in a timely manner
• Expertly craft alcoholic beverages for servers and guests at the bar
• Prepare amazing and consistent beverages following recipes in a timely manner
• Must follow all cash handling policies and procedures
• Understand and provide information to guests regarding all menu items available
• Follow alcohol awareness procedures for preventing intoxication and deal with intoxicated guests
• Ensure a clean, sanitized and well stocked bar
• Adhere to all company safety and sanitation policies and procedures
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Passion for food and ensuring an excellent dining experience for all guests
• Knowledge of how to make commonly requested cocktails and the ability to follow the recipes for an elevated drink‑making program
• Energetic and genuine positive attitude while interacting with team‑members and all guests
• Minimum 2 years bartending experience
• Excellent communication skills with guests and team‑members
• Ability to pay attention to details
• Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 30+ pounds repetitively
• Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time

We strive to embrace what makes each one of us unique; we each have our own story, and there is only one YOU. We believe that celebrating and embracing this philosophy makes for a better world! Whether looking at our current staff or future team members, we believe that everyone has something to offer, and our employment practices reflect that. Whether by mandate or not, we never have and never will make our employment decision based upon race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. If you are passionate about food and hospitality, we may be the place for you!