Bartender

Crooked Hammock Brewery; Lewes (DE); On-site; USD 11,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Food, beverage & retail discounts (La 

Growth & development opportunities

Paid time off for eligible full-time

Benefits for eligible salaried team

Celebrate Wellness access

Team events and lifestyle perks

Other perks and surprises

Job summary

Crooked Hammock Brewery is hiring bartenders to deliver welcoming hospitality, share beer knowledge and guide guests through menus in a fast-paced backyard-style setting. You’ll interact with guests, mix drinks, and work closely with servers and kitchen staff to keep service moving smoothly.

The role emphasizes genuine hospitality, responsible alcohol service, and teamwork, with a base wage plus tips and access to La Vida Hospitality perks and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Have at least one year of experience, preferably at a fast paced restaurant.
• Advanced knowledge of beer, wine and liquor and common drink recipes.
• Possess basic math skills and ability to handle money and operate a cash register.
• Stand for long periods (up to 6 hours).
• Able to lift up to 40 pounds and have reliable transportation.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Welcome every guest with genuine, friendly hospitality.
• Create memorable experiences by connecting with guests and recognizing regulars.
• Know Crooked Hammock beer, core lineup and seasonal releases, to help guests pick a brew.
• Know food, cocktail and beverage menus and recommend based on guest preferences.
• Prepare and serve beer, cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages to recipes and standards.
• Take orders and enter into the POS system accurately and efficiently.
• Stay engaged with guests, anticipate needs and ensure a great experience.
• Follow company policies and state regulations for responsible alcohol service.
• Keep the bar clean, stocked and ready for service.
• Prepare garnishes, juices and bar items for service.
• Restock beer, liquor, glassware and supplies; communicate inventory needs.
• Handle guest checks, cash and credit transactions.
• Clear, clean and reset the bar for the next shift.
• Stay updated on brewery events and promotions to share with guests.
• Complete opening, closing and side work thoroughly.
• Report equipment or product issues to management.
• Work with servers, barbacks, hosts and kitchen to keep service smooth.
• Jump in wherever needed and contribute to a team-first culture.
• Represent Crooked Hammock Brewery with pride.

Skills

Beer knowledge

Cash handling

Math skills

Customer service

Tools

Cash register

POS system

Job description

Summary of Position: At Crooked Hammock Brewery, we believe some of the best memories are made with a cold drink in hand, good people around you and nowhere else you need to be. Our Bartenders help bring that feeling to life every day. Behind the bar, you’ll be part beer expert, part cocktail maker and a big part of what makes the Hammock feel like the Hammock. You’ll introduce guests to the beers we brew, mix up their favorite drinks, remember the regulars and help first-timers feel like they’ve been hanging in our backyard for years. It’s about more than what’s in the glass — it’s creating the kind of experience that makes people want to stay for another round and come back to do it all over again. We’re looking for Bartenders who bring personality, confidence and genuine hospitality to the bar. You should know how to keep things moving when the backyard gets busy, take pride in what you serve and understand that great hospitality is a team effort. Around here, we work hard, have fun and make memories along the way. The Backyard is Calling. Come hang with us!

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Welcome every guest into our backyard with genuine, friendly and attentive hospitality
• Create memorable experiences by connecting with guests, recognizing our regulars and making new guests feel right at home
• Know Crooked Hammock beer — from our core lineup to seasonal and rotating releases — and confidently help guests find a brew they’ll love
• Know our food, cocktail and beverage menus and make thoughtful recommendations based on each guest’s preferences
• Prepare and serve beer, cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages accurately and consistently according to established recipes and standards
• Take food and beverage orders and enter them accurately and efficiently into the point-of-sale system
• Stay engaged with guests throughout their visit, anticipate needs and make sure they have everything they need to kick back and enjoy their time with us
• Follow all company policies and state regulations for responsible alcohol service, including recognizing signs of intoxication and involving a manager when appropriate
• Keep the bar clean, organized, stocked and ready for whatever the day brings
• Prepare garnishes, juices, mixes and other bar items needed for service
• Restock beer, liquor, glassware and supplies throughout the shift and communicate inventory needs when necessary
• Properly handle guest checks, cash and credit card transactions
• Clear, clean and reset the bar so it’s ready for the next crew to pull up a seat
• Stay up to date on brewery events, beer releases, promotions and everything happening around the Hammock so you can share the fun with our guests
• Complete opening, closing and assigned side work thoroughly
• Communicate equipment, maintenance or product issues to management
• Work closely with servers, barbacks, hosts, kitchen team members and managers to keep service running smoothly
• Jump in wherever needed and contribute to the team-first mentality that keeps our backyard running
• Represent Crooked Hammock Brewery with pride and help create the kind of experiences our guests will remember long after they leave

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Have at least one year of experience, preferably at a fast paced restaurant.
• Have advanced knowledge of beer, wine and liquor and common drink recipes.
• Possess basic math skills and have the ability to handle money and operate a cash register.
• Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 6 hours).
• Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 40 pounds.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from work
• Must be eligible to work in the United States

This position pays $2.23/hour + tips. Working at Crooked Hammock Brewery comes with more than a paycheck. As part of La Vida Hospitality, you’ll have access to perks and opportunities built around two things we care a whole lot about: Enjoying the Ride & Celebrating Our Tribe.

• Food, beverage & retail discounts across La Vida Hospitality locations
• Growth & development opportunities, including ongoing training, coaching, mentorship, and pathways into leadership and salaried management roles
• Paid time off for eligible full-time hourly team members
• Benefits for eligible salaried team members
• Access to Celebrate Wellness, supporting the mental health and well‑being of hospitality professionals through free therapy and a wide range of wellness resources.
• Opportunities to Enjoy the Ride, from team parties, events and outings to travel experiences and local lifestyle perks like paddleboarding, kayaking, and more!
• And plenty of other perks, experiences & surprises along the way!

At La Vida, we’re big believers in working hard, having fun, and enjoying what you do and who you do it with. Come grow with us and get ready to make some memories.

Notice: Employment with La Vida Hospitality or any of its’ brands/companies (Crooked Hammock Brewery, Taco Reho, Big Chill) is “at will”, meaning that employment may be terminated at any time, with or without notice, and with or without cause, by either the employee or the Company.