Bartender

Goodfellas Pizzeria; Covington (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Wiseguy Lounge is seeking an experienced Bartender in Covington, KY to craft premier cocktails for a sophisticated audience. You will educate guests on bourbon selections, manage a busy bar, and deliver exceptional service in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements include a proven track record in bartending, extensive bourbon knowledge, and the ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and late nights. TIPS/SERVSafe certification within 30 days is preferred.

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 selections.
• Completion of mixology, bar-keeping, or related training preferred.
• Advanced bartending skills and abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide the best and highest quality craft cocktails and drinks to guests.
• Demonstrate extensive knowledge of bourbon and assist customers in selections.
• Deliver the highest level of customer service, greeting and thanking guests, engaging with guests, and building rapport.
• Continuously train and learn about the alcohol industry.
• Maintain the bar; keep it clean and organized throughout the shift.
• Prepare garnishes ahead of opening and display glasses and liquor bottles attractively.
• Ensure guests are of legal drinking age and refuse service when necessary.
• Escalate issues to the Head Bartender and Bar Manager as needed.
• Submit orders or requisition forms for liquor, beer, and bar supplies.
• Hold TIPS or SERVSafe in Safe Service of Alcohol within 30 days of employment.
• Handle cash and credit transactions accurately.
• Collaborate with the team for smooth bar operations.
• Adhere to health, sanitation, and safety procedures and protocols.
• Open and close the store while maintaining guest safety and security.
• Work flexible hours, including weekends and late nights.

Skills

Bartender experience

Craft cocktails

Bourbon knowledge

Customer service

Cash handling

Job 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.