Bartender

Felipe's Taqueria; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Felipe’s Taqueria in Metairie, LA is hiring bartenders to provide friendly, attentive service while preparing margaritas, cocktails, beer, and other beverages according to our recipes and service standards. You’ll create a welcoming guest experience, keep the bar organized, accurately manage tabs and payments, and work with managers during busy shifts.

Availability nights, weekends and holidays is required; prior bartending or restaurant experience is preferred, and ability to meet local alcohol

Qualifications

• Previous bartending or restaurant experience preferred.
• Strong hospitality and communication skills.
• Ability to work efficiently during busy restaurant shifts.
• Attention to detail and accuracy when preparing drinks and handling payments.
• Dependable and team-oriented.
• Must meet all legal requirements for serving alcoholic beverages.
• Responsible Vendor permit or ability to obtain one, where required.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests and provide friendly, attentive service.
• Prepare margaritas, cocktails, beer, and non-alcoholic beverages according to Felipe’s recipes.
• Follow Felipe’s established bar Steps of Service.
• Accurately enter orders and payments using the POS system.
• Properly open, manage, and close guest tabs.
• Prepare fresh juices, mixes, garnishes, and other bar ingredients.
• Monitor product quality and freshness throughout the shift.
• Keep the bar stocked, clean, sanitized, and organized.
• Complete opening, shift-change, and closing responsibilities.
• Restock liquor, beer, glassware, ice, and bar supplies as needed.
• Communicate effectively with managers and other team members.
• Follow responsible alcohol service requirements and all applicable food safety procedures.

Skills

Hospitality

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Efficiency

Tools

POS system

Job description

• Opportunities for Training and Career Growth
• Supportive, Team-Oriented Work Environment

About the Position

Felipe’s is hiring Bartenders to provide friendly, attentive service while preparing margaritas, cocktails, beer, and other beverages according to our recipes and service standards.

Our bartenders are responsible for more than making drinks. They create a welcoming experience for our guests, maintain an organized bar, accurately manage tabs and payments, and work closely with restaurant leadership and other team members during busy shifts.

• Greet guests and provide friendly, attentive service
• Prepare margaritas, cocktails, beer, and non-alcoholic beverages according to Felipe’s recipes
• Follow Felipe’s established bar Steps of Service
• Accurately enter orders and payments using the POS system
• Properly open, manage, and close guest tabs
• Prepare fresh juices, mixes, garnishes, and other bar ingredients
• Monitor product quality and freshness throughout the shift
• Keep the bar stocked, clean, sanitized, and organized
• Complete opening, shift-change, and closing responsibilities
• Restock liquor, beer, glassware, ice, and bar supplies as needed
• Communicate effectively with managers and other team members
• Follow responsible alcohol service requirements and all applicable food safety procedures

What We’re Looking For

• Previous bartending or restaurant experience preferred
• Strong hospitality and communication skills
• Ability to work efficiently during busy restaurant shifts
• Attention to detail and accuracy when preparing drinks and handling payments
• Dependable and team-oriented
• Ability to maintain a clean and organized workspace
• Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Must meet all legal requirements for serving alcoholic beverages
• Responsible Vendor permit or ability to obtain one, where required

About Felipe’s

For over 19 years, Felipe’s has served scratch-made Mexican food and hand-squeezed Key Lime Margaritas in New Orleans and Southwest Florida.

Our bartenders play an important role in the Felipe’s guest experience. We’re looking for team members who take pride in great hospitality, quality drinks, teamwork, and doing things the right way.