Bartender

Sage Hospitality Group; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 18,491 - 26,335; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tip sharing eligibility

RTD EcoPass

Health insurance

Health savings and flexible spending

Life and AD&D insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with employer matching

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Hotel/Restaurant discounts

Employee Referral Bonus up to $1000

Job summary

Mercantile in Denver seeks an experienced bartender to set up, mix drinks, serve guests, and maintain company standards while maximizing guest satisfaction. You will need at least 6 months bartending experience, be 21+, and thrive in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment.

Starting rate is $16.27 per hour plus tips, with a comprehensive benefits package including insurance, 401(k) matching, PTO, and education support.

Qualifications

• Bartending training and certification.
• Responsible Alcohol Service Certified.
• 6 months bartending experience.
• Must be 21 years of age to serve alcoholic beverages.

Responsibilities

• Make and serve drinks following established guidelines and safety controls.
• Provide cordial, efficient, and professional guest interactions.
• Ring guest checks and process payments per company procedures.
• Prepare liquor requisitions and supply lists.
• Know and comply with state liquor laws.
• Maintain established pars.
• Perform sidework per schedule.

Skills

Bartending

Customer service

Cash handling

Education

Bartending training and certification

Responsible Alcohol Service Certified

Tools

Cash register

Job description

Why us?

Position starting rate: $16.27 plus tips

Job Close Date: August 22, 2026 or until filled

Interested in connecting guests to Colorado's vibrant food community? Join Mercantile, Chef Alex Seidel's acclaimed restaurant, where seasonal ingredients, strong relationships with local producers, and genuine hospitality are at the heart of everything we do.

Become part of a team dedicated to creating memorable dining experiences through thoughtful service, culinary excellence, and a commitment to showcasing the best of our region.

Do you crave a career where you can deliver exceptional experiences paired with thoughtful and caring service?

A Rewarding Experience:

• Eligible to participate in property tip share
• Complementary RTD EcoPass
• Medical, dental, & vision insurance
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts
• Basic Life and AD&D insurance
• Paid time off for vacation, sick time, community engagement and holidays
• Eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) program with employer matching
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Great discounts on Hotels, Restaurants, and much more
• Eligible to participate in the Employee Referral Bonus Program. Up to $1,000 per referral.

Job Overview

Responsible for set-up, mixing of drinks, service and clean-up of bar area while enduring quality service, guest satisfaction and the achievement/maintenance of company standards and profit maximization.

Responsibilities

• Make and serve drinks to guests and cocktail servers following established guidelines, procedures and policies regarding beverage and safety controls as prescribed by company standards.
• Perform all guest contact activities in a cordial, efficient and professional manner; maintaining a commitment to guest satisfaction.
• Ring guest checks, collect cash and process credits and room charges in the exact manner outlined by company policies and procedures.
• Complete liquor requisitions and supply lists.
• Know and comply with state liquor laws.
• Ensure established pars are maintained.
• Perform all sidework duties according to sidework schedules.

Qualifications

Education/Formal Training

Bartending training and certification, Responsible Alcohol Service Certified

Experience

6 months bartending

Knowledge/Skills

Must be 21 years of age to serve alcoholic beverages.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Lifting trays, dish racks, glass racks, etc. 20 -40 lbs. Pushing carts, Queen Marys, hotbox, portable bar 50 -100 lbs. Carrying trays, dish racks, glass racks, etc. 20 -40 lbs.
• Bending/kneeling -ability to bend to lower level cabinets and lift trays.
• Mobility -maneuver in narrow areas and between seated guests.
• Continuous standing required to service guest functions; 100% of the time scheduled.
• Climbing approximately 12 steps 20% of 8 hours.
• No driving required.
• Must be able to ruse records and all special requests.
• Must be able to perform multiple tasks at one time, must be able to follow verbal and written instruction in English, and be able to communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Must be highly organized and able to pay attention to sound and sight details in crowded and noisy situations, particularly when handling multiple tasks.
• Must be able to use tact and understanding when dealing with a variety of customer service problems, including stressful and highly emotional situations.
• Ability to accurately count cash. Ability to operate cash register.

Environment

Physically strenuous -prolonged standing, walking, lifting and carrying throughout entire shift