Bartender

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 14,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Competitive wage

Advancement opportunities

Extensive training

Medical benefits

Paid time-off

Discounted meals

Contests and prizes

Job summary

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill in Lexington, KY is seeking a bartender who delivers warm hospitality behind the bar, crafts cocktails to standard, and guides guests through menu pairings. You’ll join a team that values energy, learning, and guest experience, with flexible scheduling, training, and advancement opportunities.

Responsibilities include welcoming guests, crafting drinks, recommending pairings, handling orders and payments, and maintaining bar cleanliness.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to perform simple math calculations.
• Ability to stand for 8 hours or more daily.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Guest-oriented mindset and positive attitude.
• Team-oriented and reliable under pressure.
• Commitment to cleanliness and safety procedures.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• 18+ age requirements for FOH positions.

Responsibilities

• Create a warm, welcoming experience from the moment guests arrive at the bar.
• Craft beers, wine, and handcrafted cocktails to Firebirds standards with consistency.
• Recommend menu pairings with confidence to guests.
• Anticipate guest needs and deliver attentive hospitality.
• Manage orders and payments accurately at the POS.
• Keep the bar and Firebar area clean, organized, and guest-ready.
• Support To-Go orders and coordinate with team for seamless service.
• Uphold responsible alcohol service and guest safety at all times.

Skills

Communication skills

Numerical ability

Stand/walk 8+ hours

Lifting up to 25 lbs

Guest-focused mindset

Teamwork

Cleanliness & safety

Reliable transportation

18+ FOH

Job description

Overview

Find Your Fire at Firebirds Wood Fired Grill

At Firebirds, we create extraordinary guest experiences through genuine hospitality, handcrafted cocktails, and attentive service. As a Bartender, you’ll be a key part of our Front of House team—bringing energy, connection, and care to every guest interaction while crafting memorable moments behind the bar.

What you can expect from us:

Our team members are the most important stakeholder here at Firebirds Wood Fired Grill and such an important part of our brand. We ensure that our front of house team members receive extensive training and development, are continuously set up for success, and feel welcomed in our Firebirds family! Never worked in a restaurant before but have a passion for learning more? It will be our pleasure to start you in a role where you can train and develop skillsets to become a hospitality expert!

Responsibilities

What we expect of you:

• Create a warm, welcoming experience from the moment guests arrive at the bar.
• Craft beer, wine, and handcrafted cocktails to Firebirds standards with consistency and care.
• Guide guests through menu offerings with confident recommendations and pairings.
• Anticipate guest needs and deliver attentive, personalized hospitality.
• Accurately manage orders, POS entry, and payments with efficiency.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and guest-ready bar and Firebar® area.
• Support To-Go orders and collaborate with teammates to ensure seamless service.
• Ensure responsible alcohol service and uphold guest safety standards at all times.

What’s in it for you:

• Flexible schedules! Time-off on holidays— closed on Christmas and Thanksgiving Day; early closure on Christmas Eve!
• Competitive hourly wage
• New store openings— we are growing and with growth comes opportunities for advancement!
• Extensive training and development— we focus on building your knowledge during training and it doesn't stop there--continued education is a focus to make sure our team members are experts in their positions.
• Benefits for eligible team members—medical and paid time-off!
• Team member motivation— discounted meals, exhilarating contests, and thrilling prizes!

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to perform simple mathematical calculations
• Ability to work on your feet for 8 hours or more a day
• Ability to bend, kneel, and lift items frequently weighing up to 25 pounds
• Ability to be patient and have a guest-oriented mindset
• Ability to maintain positive working relationships with all team members
• Attention to cleanliness and safety procedures
• Must have reliable transportation
• 18+ age requirements for FOH positions

Firebirds is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

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