Bartender

Tommy's Tavern+ Tap Morris Plains; Morris Plains (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Tommy's Tavern + Tap in Morris Plains, NJ, seeks energetic bartenders for a fast-paced bar and dining room. You will craft cocktails, take orders, and deliver memorable guest experiences. The role emphasizes teamwork, beverage knowledge, and a positive attitude in a welcoming environment.

The position requires at least 2 years of bartending experience in a busy restaurant, strong communication skills, and reliability. Join us to contribute to GREAT hospitality at Tommy's Tavern + Tap.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of bartending experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Genuine passion for hospitality and team collaboration.
• Physical stamina—ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive motions.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds and carry trays as needed.
• Reliable transportation required.
• Willingness to learn and grow in a dynamic workplace.

Responsibilities

• Prepare alcohol and non-alcohol beverages to recipe specifications for bar and restaurant guests.
• Mix ingredients to create classic and innovative cocktails.
• Verify guest identification to ensure legal drinking age compliance.
• Engage warmly with guests and take orders efficiently.
• Serve food and drinks with accuracy and enthusiasm.
• Provide thoughtful menu recommendations and detailed item descriptions.
• Remain attentive to guests’ needs with a friendly, upbeat attitude.
• Maintain a clean and organized bar area and follow sanitation and safety policies.
• Work effectively and respectfully within a collaborative team environment.
• Multi-task and stay composed during high-volume shifts.
• Attend training sessions prior to active floor shifts.

Skills

Bartending experience

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Hospitality mindset

Team collaboration

Physical stamina

Reliable transportation

Willingness to learn

Job description

Description

At Triple T Hospitality, our Mission is to achieve "GREATNESS". Tommy's Tavern + Tap is a dynamic and fast-paced restaurant known for its welcoming atmosphere, exceptional food, and outstanding service. We take pride in delivering a memorable dining experience to our guests while fostering a positive and growth-oriented work environment for our team. We believe that good isn't good enough - GREATNESS is remembered.

As a Bartender at Tommy's Tavern + Tap, you are the heartbeat of the bar experience. We're looking for energetic, outgoing individuals with a passion for people, mixology, and creating memorable moments. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and know your way around a cocktail shaker, we want you on our team!

Requirements

• Exemplify the Triple T Hospitality Experience: Dedicate oneself to delivering GREAT guest service, consistently going above and beyond for both team members and guests.
• Prepare alcohol and non-alcohol beverages to recipe specifications for bar and restaurant guests.
• Mix ingredients to create classic and innovative cocktails.
• Verify guest identification to ensure legal drinking age compliance.
• Engage warmly with guests and take orders efficiently.
• Serve food and drinks with accuracy and enthusiasm.
• Provide thoughtful menu recommendations and detailed item descriptions.
• Remain attentive to guests’ needs with a friendly, upbeat attitude.
• Maintain a clean and organized bar area and follow sanitation and safety policies.
• Work effectively and respectfully within a collaborative team environment.
• Multi-task and stay composed during high-volume shifts.
• Attend training sessions prior to active floor shifts.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Minimum 2 years of bartending experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Genuine passion for hospitality and team collaboration.
• Physical stamina—ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive motions (bending, reaching, twisting).
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds and carry trays as needed.
• Reliable transportation required.
• Willingness to learn and grow in a dynamic workplace.