Bartender

Goodfellas-Pizzeria; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 19,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Wiseguy Lounge in Cincinnati, OH is seeking an experienced bartender to craft premium cocktails and provide exceptional guest service. You will manage garnishes, maintain bar cleanliness, and ensure guests are of legal drinking age.

Join a fast-paced environment where knowledge of bourbon and a strong customer-focused approach are highly valued. Flexibility for weekends and late nights is required.

Qualifications

• Proven bartending skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Extensive knowledge of bourbon and guest education.
• Strong customer service and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve high-quality cocktails and drinks.
• Greet guests, build rapport, and provide top-tier service.
• Maintain a clean, organized bar and monitor garnishes pre-opening.

Skills

Craft cocktails

Bourbon knowledge

Customer service

Cash handling

Team collaboration

Sanitation

Job description

Description

Step into a world of timeless sophistication at The Wiseguy Lounge — where the spirit of the roaring 1920s meets modern craft. Voted one of the top bourbon bars in America by The Bourbon Review, we offer award-winning cocktails, a rotating selection of craft beers, and an exclusive collection of elite bourbons. Join our team and be part of a place where history, flavor, and unforgettable experiences come together.

Requirements

• Provide the best and highest quality craft cocktails and drinks to guests.
• Demonstrate extensive knowledge of bourbon and assist customers in making selections.
• Deliver the highest level of customer service to every guest, including greeting/thanking guests, engaging with guests, and building rapport.
• Continuously train, learn, and gather knowledge about the alcohol industry.
• Maintains the bar: keeps the bar clean and organized throughout the shift.
• Ensures that fruit and other garnishes are prepared ahead of the opening.
• Attractively displays glasses and liquor bottles.
• Ensures that customers are of legal drinking age.
• Uses proper judgment and, when necessary, refuses service to patrons who are intoxicated or disruptive.
• Address escalations promptly and appropriately to the Head Bartender and Bar Manager.
• Submits orders or creates requisition forms for liquor, beer, and other bar-related supplies.
• TIPS Certified or SERVSafe in Safe Service of Alcohol within 30 days of employment.
• Handle cash and credit transactions accurately and efficiently.
• Collaborate with the team to ensure smooth and efficient bar operations.
• Follow all health and sanitation practices, as well as all safety procedures and protocols.
• Capability to open and close the store while monitoring guests and ensuring safe practices.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and late-night availability.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Bartender in a fast-paced environment.
• Superior craft cocktail-making skills.
• Extensive knowledge of bourbon and ability to educate customers about different selections.
• Completion of mixology, bar-keeping, or other related training preferred.
• Advanced bartending skills and abilities.
• Minimum of one year related experience.

Physical Qualifications:

• Prolonged periods standing and preparing drinks.
• Ability to complete orders quickly and accurately.
• Must be able to lift to 50 pounds following proper techniques preventing injury.
• Must be legal drinking age or older.