Bartender

Charter House Grille; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A popular bar and grill in Cleveland is seeking a skilled Bartender to prepare and serve a wide range of beverages, ensuring exemplary guest experiences. Responsibilities include crafting specialty cocktails, maintaining quality standards, and providing excellent customer service in a lively environment. Ideal candidates will have previous bartending experience or mixology skills, strong communication abilities, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced setting. Evening, weekend, and holiday availability is typically required.

Qualifications

• Previous bartending experience preferred; skills in mixology a plus.
• Must meet minimum legal age requirements for serving alcohol.
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Mix, garnish, and serve beverages according to standard recipes.
• Create specialty drinks and maintain knowledge of cocktail trends.
• Ensure consistent drink quality and proper portion control.

Skills

Mixology skills

Customer service

Communication abilities

Cash handling

Job description

You'll be responsible for preparing and serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, providing exceptional guest service, and maintaining a clean and organized bar environment. This role requires strong mixology skills, product knowledge, customer service excellence, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Beverage Preparation

• Mix, garnish, and serve beverages according to standard recipes or guest requests.
• Create specialty drinks and maintain knowledge of cocktail trends, wine lists, and beer selections.
• Ensure consistent drink quality and proper portion control.

Guest Service

Bar Operations

Teamwork & Communication

Safety & Compliance

Qualifications & Requirements

• Previous bartending experience preferred; skills in mixology a plus.
• Strong customer service and communication abilities.
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently under pressure.
• Must meet minimum legal age requirements for serving alcohol.
• Basic math skills and ability to handle cash and POS systems.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 25 lbs.

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of classic and modern cocktails, beer, and wine.
• Experience in high-volume or fine-dining environments.
• Strong upselling and guest-engagement abilities.
• Certification in responsible alcohol service (e.g., TIPS, SERV Safe Alcohol).
• Fast-paced bar or restaurant setting.
• Evening, weekend, and holiday availability typically required.
• Exposure to loud environments and continuous standing/walking.