Bartender

Bartaco; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 16,531 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meal discounts

Growth and career opportunities

Paid vacation time

Gym discounts

Student loan assistance

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

A vibrant restaurant chain in Madison, Wisconsin, is looking for bartenders who bring energy and positivity. You will make fresh cocktails, provide excellent customer service, and contribute to a fun welcoming atmosphere. The ideal candidate should be quick behind the bar and thrive in a fast-paced environment. This role offers competitive pay, meal discounts, and opportunities for growth within the company. Join us to make bartaco the place where work feels like fun.

Qualifications

• Must meet the legal drinking age to serve alcoholic beverages.
• Familiarity with workplace safety and restaurant equipment operation.
• Willingness to learn and collaborate with others.

Responsibilities

• Shake up fresh, delicious cocktails and serve responsibly.
• Keep the bar stocked, clean, and full of good vibes.
• Make thoughtful recommendations about drinks to guests.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Customer service skills

Basic math skills

Knowledge of beverages

Job description

Description

At bartaco, food is our passion — but people are our purpose. We’re all about great vibes, food from a scratch kitchen, freshly squeezed cocktails, and creating unforgettable moments for every guest. YOU PUT the BAR in bartaco!

Founded in 2010 and inspired by a healthy, outdoor lifestyle, bartaco combines fresh, upscale street food with a coastal vibe in a relaxed environment. With more than 30 locations across the country, bartaco remains committed to delivering good vibes, inspiration, and joy to one guest, one employee, and one community at a time.

We’re looking for bartenders who bring energy, positivity, and a love for hospitality. If you love to make fresh squeezed cocktails, you’re quick behind the bar, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and enjoy making people happy, and can do it with a smile - this bartending job is for you.

What you’ll do:

• Shake up fresh, delicious cocktails + serve responsibly
• Keep the bar stocked, clean, and full of good vibes
• Make thoughtful recommendations about drinks + menu favorites to guests
• Be a team player and help create a fun, welcoming atmosphere

What you’ll get:

• Competitive pay + tips
• Growth + career opportunities (we promote from within!)
• Meal discounts + team perks
• A fun, supportive environment where people matter
• Bring your hustle, your smile, and your love for great food + drinks — and let’s make bartaco the place where work feels like fun.

Perks, Benefits + Rewards, just for you:

• Career development and advancement opportunities
• Paid vacation time
• Gym and fitness center discounts
• Opportunity to learn multiple languages/language education
• Discounted virtual pet care
• Student loan assistance
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Mental Health and holistic wellness support
• 401K enrollment and matching
• Discounted Meals

Requirements

Physical Requirements:

• Lift and carry items up to 25 pounds
• Walk and stand throughout shifts; remain at assigned stations during busy periods
• Perform tasks requiring continuous movement, such as reaching, bending, and carrying trays
• Must meet the legal drinking age to serve alcoholic beverages (per state law)
• Knowledge and Skills:
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Willingness to learn and collaborate with others
• Basic math, reading, and computer skills (POS systems)
• Knowledge of beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) and food specifications
• Familiarity with workplace safety and restaurant equipment operation

Licenses and Certifications:

• The specific licenses and certifications required may vary depending on the location and local laws. However, some common certifications for bartenders include:
• ETIPS (or similar alcohol training program): Required in markets such as Connecticut, New York, Massachusetts,
• Virginia, Florida, and Georgia to ensure responsible alcohol service.
• A.B.C. Certification: Required in the Tennessee market to comply with specific state or city laws governing alcohol service.
• It\'s important to note that the required licenses and certifications can vary depending on the jurisdiction.

It’s a vibe. It’s a mindset. It’s bartaco.

For more information about living the #bartacolife, visit www.bartaco.com and follow @bartacolife on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok.