BARTENDER

Three-Creeks-Kitchen-Cocktails; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Job summary

Three Creeks Kitchen + Cocktails is seeking an experienced bartender in Gahanna, Ohio. You will craft cocktails and manage wine, beer, and nonalcoholic options with a focus on consistent quality and guest satisfaction.

Join a family-owned restaurant that values hospitality, teamwork, and professional service. Flexibility for evenings and weekends is required, with opportunities for advancement and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Strong cocktail, spirits, and wine knowledge.
• Excellent communication, organization, and multitasking skills.
• Dependability, flexibility, and willingness to support the team.
• Availability for evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve cocktails, wine, beer, and nonalcoholic beverages according to established standards.
• Provide warm, attentive service to bar guests while managing service-bar tickets efficiently.
• Maintain knowledge of cocktail recipes, spirits, wines, menu offerings, specials, and pairings.
• Make thoughtful recommendations and confidently introduce guests to new beverages and menu items.
• Maintain a clean, organized, sanitized, and properly stocked bar.
• Complete assigned opening, closing, and weekly maintenance responsibilities.
• Assist with beverage inventory, product rotation, and communicating shortages.
• Work collaboratively with servers, support staff, kitchen personnel, and management.
• Follow responsible alcohol service procedures and all applicable restaurant policies.

Skills

Cocktail knowledge

Excellent communication

Organization

Multitasking

Dependability

Flexibility

Teamwork

Evenings/weekends/holidays—available

Job description

Benefits:

• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

Bartender

Three Creeks Kitchen + Cocktails | Gahanna, Ohio

About Three Creeks

Three Creeks Kitchen + Cocktails is a family-owned, neighborhood restaurant offering an elevated yet approachable dining experience. We take pride in genuine hospitality, thoughtfully crafted cocktails, a curated wine and spirits program, and an atmosphere that makes every guest feel welcome. We're looking for an experienced, personable, and motivated bartender who shares our passion for hospitality, teamwork, and exceptional service.

Position Overview

Our bartenders are responsible for creating memorable guest experiences through attentive service, consistent beverage execution, and strong food and beverage knowledge. The ideal candidate is confident behind the bar, thrives in a fast-paced environment, values cleanliness and organization, and takes pride in building relationships with guests.

Core Job Standards

1. Hospitality & Guest Experience

Deliver genuine, attentive hospitality that reflects our neighborly atmosphere. Build lasting guest relationships, remember preferences, and anticipate needs.

2. Beverage Quality & Consistency

Execute every beverage accurately and consistently, following established recipes and presentation standards. Maintain strong product knowledge and confidently recall cocktail specifications.

3. Service Execution & Salesmanship

Balance bar guests and service tickets with efficiency and urgency. Know the menu, make thoughtful recommendations, and enhance the overall dining experience.

4. Cleanliness & Teamwork

Maintain clean, stocked, and organized workstations. Communicate effectively, support coworkers, and take ownership of shared responsibilities.

5. Professionalism & Accountability

Demonstrate reliability, sound judgment, and responsible alcohol service. Address concerns promptly, uphold restaurant standards, and complete assigned duties.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve cocktails, wine, beer, and nonalcoholic beverages according to established standards.
• Provide warm, attentive service to bar guests while managing service-bar tickets efficiently.
• Maintain knowledge of cocktail recipes, spirits, wines, menu offerings, specials, and pairings.
• Make thoughtful recommendations and confidently introduce guests to new beverages and menu items.
• Maintain a clean, organized, sanitized, and properly stocked bar.
• Complete assigned opening, closing, and weekly maintenance responsibilities.
• Assist with beverage inventory, product rotation, and communicating shortages.
• Work collaboratively with servers, support staff, kitchen personnel, and management.
• Follow responsible alcohol service procedures and all applicable restaurant policies.

Qualifications

• Previous bartending experience in a full-service restaurant preferred.
• Strong cocktail, spirits, and wine knowledge.
• Ability to manage both seated bar guests and a high-volume service well.
• Excellent communication, organization, and multitasking skills.
• A positive, professional attitude and genuine interest in hospitality.
• Dependability, flexibility, and willingness to support the team.
• Availability for evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled.

Our Team Culture

We treat one another like family, communicating openly and without judgment. Address concerns respectfully, at appropriate times, and with resolution—not blame—as the priority.

Why Join Three Creeks?

As a family-owned restaurant, we value employees who take pride in their work and contribute to our continued growth. We aim to create an environment where hospitality, professionalism, creativity, and teamwork are equally important.