Bartender

KAJ Hospitality; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 17,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

KAJ Hospitality is seeking a friendly, guest-focused Bartender to join our team. You will craft drinks, engage with guests, and ensure a safe, enjoyable bar experience while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and presentation.

We value empathy, clear communication, and teamwork as you support fast-paced service. This role is based at our venue in Grand Forks, ND, where hospitality excellence helps guests connect and relax over well-made beverages.

Qualifications

• Previous bartending or beverage service experience preferred.
• Knowledge of drink preparation, responsible alcohol service, and POS systems.
• Strong communication and multitasking skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead with Empathy: Make each guest feel welcome through friendly conversation and thoughtful service.
• Take Care of People: Prepare and serve beverages responsibly, ensuring all guests have a great and safe experience.
• Include Others: Collaborate with the restaurant and kitchen teams to deliver seamless service.
• Inspire to Succeed: Keep the bar clean, organized, and well-stocked while maintaining product knowledge and presentation standards.
• Overcome Obstacles: Stay calm and professional during busy shifts, ensuring every guest leaves happy.

Skills

Bartending

Drink preparation

Communication

Multitasking

Tools

POS systems

Job description

At KAJ Hospitality, our mission is simple — we’re Here for People. As a Bartender, you’ll be the face behind the bar, crafting drinks, starting conversations, and creating moments that bring guests together. You’ll combine great service with attention to detail, ensuring every beverage is served safely, consistently, and with care.

What You’ll Do

• Lead with Empathy: Make each guest feel welcome through friendly conversation and thoughtful service.
• Take Care of People: Prepare and serve beverages responsibly, ensuring all guests have a great and safe experience.
• Include Others: Collaborate with the restaurant and kitchen teams to deliver seamless service.
• Inspire to Succeed: Keep the bar clean, organized, and well-stocked while maintaining product knowledge and presentation standards.
• Overcome Obstacles: Stay calm and professional during busy shifts, ensuring every guest leaves happy.

What We’re Looking For

• Previous bartending or beverage service experience preferred.
• Knowledge of drink preparation, responsible alcohol service, and POS systems.
• Strong communication and multitasking skills.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 40 lbs.
• Must meet the legal age requirement to serve alcohol.

Why You’ll Love It Here

• A people-first culture built on trust, teamwork, and respect.
• Leadership that values your craft and celebrates your success.
• Opportunities to grow within KAJ Hospitality.
• The satisfaction of knowing your service helps guests relax, connect, and enjoy their time.

Be part of a company that’s redefining hospitality, one person and one pour at a time.

“Taking care of people is our most important core value. If we take care of our guests and make them feel at home, they’ll keep coming back.”

“To me, taking care of people is the most important value. It’s the complete basis of the service industry.”

Scott Huson , Food & Beverage Director , DoubleTree by Hilton West Fargo Sanford Medical Center

“KAJ is here for people every single day. We adapt to what each guest needs to make their stay enjoyable.”

Scott Huson , Food & Beverage Director , DoubleTree by Hilton West Fargo Sanford Medical Center