Bartender

Kona Grill - Columbus; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance

401(k) Plan

Dining discounts

Career growth

Paid sick time

EAP

Commuter benefits

Dependent care benefits

Job summary

Kona Grill - Columbus is seeking an experienced Bartender to craft cocktails, engage guests, and deliver a premium bar experience in a high-energy setting. You will anticipate guest needs, execute flawless drinks, and contribute to a welcoming atmosphere.

Responsibilities include preparing drinks, maintaining bar knowledge, processing orders through the POS, and supporting the front-of-house team. Availability for nights, weekends, and holidays is required.

Qualifications

• Experience in a high-volume, upscale bar or restaurant.
• Strong knowledge of cocktails, wines, and craft beers.
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently under pressure.
• Excellent guest engagement and communication skills.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift trays or bar equipment.
• Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Follow all alcohol service guidelines and represent the venue professionally.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve signature cocktails, classic drinks, and non-alcoholic beverages to high standards.
• Maintain expert knowledge of spirits, wines, beers, and cocktail recipes.
• Engage with guests, providing menu recommendations and an interactive experience.
• Process drink orders accurately into the POS system.
• Handle cash transactions and card payments.
• Set up and stock the bar; keep it clean before, during, and after shifts.
• Garnish drinks and present beverages attractively.
• Assist with food orders for bar guests and ensure timely delivery.
• Comply with health and safety regulations and sanitation standards.
• Report maintenance or equipment issues.
• Perform blind cash drops at end of shift.
• Support front-of-house with food running, bussing, and hosting help.

Skills

Mixology

Guest engagement

Multitasking

Communication

Job description

• Group Accident, Hospital Indemnity, and Critical Illness Insurance
• Traditional and Roth 401(k) Plan
• Employee Dining Discounts and/or Complimentary Onsite Meals
• Career Development & Limitless Growth Opportunities
• If you reside in Arizona, California, Colorado, Illinois, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, or Washington, D.C., you are entitled to Paid Sick Time in accordance with state and local regulations.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Commuter and Dependent Care Benefits

What You’ll Do

As a Bartender, you will be responsible for crafting cocktails, engaging guests, and delivering premium bar experience. Your mission is to anticipate guest needs, execute flawless drinks, and create an inviting, high-energy atmosphere.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve signature cocktails, classic drinks, and non-alcoholic beverages to maintain THE ONE GROUP’s high-quality standards
• Maintain an expert-level knowledge of spirits, wines, beers, and cocktail recipes
• Engage with guests, providing menu recommendations and an interactive experience
• Process drink orders efficiently and accurately into the Point of Sale (POS) system
• Maintain proper cash handling procedures, including processing credit card transactions and making changes when necessary
• Set up, stock, and maintain an organized, clean bar before, during, and after shifts
• Garnish drinks, replenish snacks, and present beverages attractively and consistently
• Assist with food orders for guests seated at the bar and ensure timely delivery
• Comply with all health and safety regulations and maintain high sanitation standards
• Report maintenance or equipment issues to management
• Perform blind cash drops in the safe at the end of each shift
• Support the front-of-house team by helping with food running, bussing tables, and assisting hosts when needed

What We’re Looking For

• Previous bartending experience in a high-volume, upscale bar or restaurant preferred
• Strong knowledge of mixology, cocktails, wines, and craft beer
• Ability to multitask, stay organized, and work efficiently under pressure
• Excellent guest engagement and communication skills
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift trays or bar equipment as needed
• Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays
• Must follow all alcohol service guidelines and always represent STK professionally

Why THE ONE GROUP is Your Next Career Move

This is more than a job—it’s a career opportunity with limitless potential in an expanding global brand. If you’re ready to take the next step in your hospitality career.

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