Bartender

Cheba Hut; Milwaukee (WI); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cheba Hut Swag

401(k)

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Company parties

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Free food & snacks

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

Cheba Hut Milwaukee is seeking a Bartender to create a unique bar experience, uphold standards, and deliver friendly, efficient service. You will mix drinks, engage guests, and contribute to a positive, high‑energy environment across bar, lobby, and patio.

You will follow bar recipes, stay current on drinks and brand partners, maintain a clean, stocked bar, and help ensure compliance with alcohol laws while promoting Cheba Hut’s playful, non‑traditional vibe.

Qualifications

• Alcohol safety certification (ServeSafe, TIPS, etc.) required.
• Previous restaurant or food & beverage experience preferred, but not required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable lifting up to a ½ barrel keg (159 lbs).

Responsibilities

• Create a unique and enjoyable environment every shift.
• Recommend signature cocktails, craft beers, and food menu items
• Deliver efficient service at the bar, lobby, and patio
• Build loyal guests through genuine engagement
• Follow all bar recipes, S.O.P.s, and product standards
• Stay current on drink recipes and brand partners
• Practice FIFO and proper labeling procedures
• Maintain a clean, stocked, organized bar
• Demonstrate integrity with cash handling and discounts
• Uphold all local and national alcohol laws
• Verify IDs and enforce alcohol service policies
• Monitor guest consumption and act responsibly
• Maintain strong situational awareness
• Complete incident documentation when required
• Assist with in-shop orders during peak periods
• Support Expo, phone orders, and Lobby Love
• Maintain beverage stations and prep items
• Jump in where the shop needs you most

Skills

Alcohol safety certification

Customer service

Multitasking

Strong communication

Cash handling

Job description

Benefits:

• Cheba Hut Swag


• 401(k)


• 401(k) matching


• Bonus based on performance


• Company parties


• Competitive salary


• Employee discounts


• Flexible schedule


• Free food & snacks


• Opportunity for advancement

Bartender

Cheba Hut |

Escape the Established. Behind the Bar.

Cheba Hut has been curing munchies since 1998, blending great food, craft drinks, and a laid-back counter-culture vibe. You're not just mixing drinks. You're building regulars.

As a Bartender, you'll create a unique bar experience that aligns with Cheba Hut culture and Core Values. You'll uphold bar standards, follow alcohol laws, and bring a positive, inclusive attitude to every shift. We serve approachable craft cocktails and local beer. This role reports to the General Manager and is accountable to the Bar Manager. Must be 21.

You think shop first. You give a damn. You take pride in your bar.

What You’ll Own

Guest Experience & Interaction

Create a unique and enjoyable environment every shift.

• Prioritize \"interaction over the transaction.\"


• Recommend signature cocktails, craft beers, and food menu items


• Deliver efficient service at the bar, lobby, and patio


• Build loyal guests through genuine engagement

Product Quality & Shoperations

• Follow all bar recipes, S.O.P.s, and product standards


• Stay current on drink recipes and brand partners


• Practice F.I.F.O. and proper labeling procedures


• Maintain a clean, stocked, organized bar


• Demonstrate integrity with cash handling and discounts

Safety & Responsibility (we take this seriously)

• Uphold all local and national alcohol laws


• Verify IDs and enforce alcohol service policies


• Monitor guest consumption and act responsibly


• Maintain strong situational awareness


• Complete incident documentation when required

Team Support

• Assist with in-shop orders during peak periods


• Support Expo, phone orders, and Lobby Love


• Maintain beverage stations and prep items


• Jump in where the shop needs you most
  

What Makes You a Fit

• Previous restaurant or food & beverage experience preferred, but not required


• Alcohol safety certification (ServeSafe, TIPS, etc.) required


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills


• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment


• Comfortable lifting up to a ½ barrel keg (159 lbs, team lift encouraged)
  Comfortable embracing Cheba Hut's playful, non-traditional \"Toasted\" atmosphere

If you care about your craft, protect the vibe, and treat every guest like they matter - you'll fit right in. Join us!