Bartender

Olympia Hospitality; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage up to 80%

401K with match

Life insurance + disability

PTO and holidays

Earned wage access

EAP and recovery-friendly workplace

Hotel travel discounts

Job summary

Olympia Hospitality in Louisville, KY seeks a bartender to serve guests, craft drinks, and ensure smooth bar operations. You will verify ages, assist with drink pairings, handle payments, and maintain inventory while upholding a high standard of service.

The role offers a supportive, family‑friendly environment emphasizing wellness and development. The company provides extensive benefits including health coverage, a 401K with match, life insurance, PTO, holidays, earned wage access, EAP, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; TIPS certification preferred.
• Must be of legal drinking age in state law.
• Allergy Awareness training helpful.

Responsibilities

• Verify age requirements for customers.
• Prepare traditional and classy drinks and pairings.
• Process payments and manage cash handling.
• Monitor inventory and restock as needed.
• Maintain bar cleanliness and hygiene.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Attention to detail

Learn quickly

Work under pressure

Follow instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

TIPS certification preferred

Allergy awareness training helpful

Job description

We’re more than just a team – we’re a community dedicated to making a difference every day.

At Olympia Hospitality and Hotel Genevieve, we create a fun, supportive environment where growth never stops, and success is celebrated together. Guided by our values of continuous improvement, accountability, concern for others, and trust, we foster a culture of collaboration and integrity. If you’re passionate, driven, and ready to thrive, we’d love to have you on our team.

Bartenders work directly with customers by mixing and serving drink orders. Their responsibilities include verifying age requirements, knowing alcohol pairing and tastes, knowing how to make traditional and classy drinks, processing payments, managing inventory, and cleaning bar supplies.

Join a Team that Puts Your Well-Being First!

At Olympia Hospitality, we believe in supporting our employees both in and out of the workplace. When you join us, you’re not just getting a job – you’re joining a family‑first organization that cares about your health and wellness, your future, and your overall satisfaction.

Here’s how we show our commitment:

• Health Coverage That Works for You: We contribute up to 80% toward individual health plans and offer affordable dental and vision insurance. Plus, with FSA and HSA options, you can plan for your healthcare costs your way.
• Secure Your Future: With our 401K plan and discretionary yearly match, you can build the financial future you deserve.
• Peace of Mind: We provide paid group term life insurance for select positions, 50% shared cost short-term disability, and you have the option to purchase additional employee paid life insurance.
• Time for You: Enjoy our robust PTO plan and 7 paid holidays to maintain work-life balance. Need quick access to your paycheck? Our earned wage access program has you covered!
• Additional Support: From our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to a sober support network, and our commitment to being a recovery‑friendly workplace, we're here to help you thrive personally and professionally.
• Perks: Love to travel? Enjoy exclusive hotel travel discounts as a member of our team. Additional benefits may be available based on property specific locations!

We’re more than just a business—we’re a values‑driven organization that believes in creating an environment where every team member can thrive. Our core values guide everything we do, from how we interact with each other to how we serve our guests and community. Join us at Olympia Hospitality and take the next step toward a fulfilling, balanced, and supported career.

Rate of Pay: $6.00/hour + tips

Skills Required

• Provide high-level customer service, communicate effectively with guests and team members, follow instructions, ability to learn quickly, pay attention to detail, and maintain composure when working under pressure.

Experience / Education

• Previous bartending experience preferred; must be of legal age in order to serve alcohol, per state law; high school diploma and/or equivalent work experience; TIPS certified preferred; Allergy Awareness training helpful.

Physical Demands

• This is a very physically demanding job that requires extended periods of walking, standing, bending, lifting, twisting and kneeling. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable eligible individuals to perform essential functions. (See Physical Requirements section for detailed information.)

The Olympia Companies is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to qualified applicants without regard to such characteristics as race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other factor protected by applicable law.