Bartender

Fairlane Hotel; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO beginning on first day

401(k) retirement program

Complimentary parking

Discounted meals at Modern Love

Hotel discounts

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

Fairlane Hotel's Modern Love restaurant in Downtown Nashville seeks a Bartender to prepare and serve beverages, uphold luxury service standards, and engage guests with warmth.

The role covers opening to closing service, collaboration with servers and kitchen, and adherence to Tennessee alcohol regulations. Experience in hospitality and craft cocktails is preferred; on-site perks include parking and hotel discounts.

Qualifications

• Experience as a bartender or in a similar role.
• Strong customer service skills to create a welcoming atmosphere.
• Excellent time management in a fast-paced setting.
• Knowledge of responsible alcohol service and Tennessee regulations.
• Must meet the legal age to serve alcohol in Tennessee.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve a variety of beverages with quality and presentation standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized bar aligned with luxury standards.
• Check IDs and monitor guest consumption to ensure responsible service.

Skills

Customer service

Time management

Alcohol service knowledge

Tennessee alcohol laws

Job description

BARTENDER

Fairlane Hotel | Downtown Nashville, TN

Full-Time or Part-Time | Hourly | Tipped | On-Property

About Fairlane Hotel

Join the team at Modern Love, the restaurant inside Fairlane Hotel, a 79-room independent boutique property in the heart of downtown Nashville, steps from Printer's Alley. We take pride in a team focused on craft, genuine hospitality, and an exceptional guest experience.

Position Overview

The Bartender prepares and serves beverages at Modern Love, the restaurant within Fairlane Hotel, and provides attentive, hospitable service to every guest at the bar.

This role works service directly across the cafe, bar, and dining operation, upholding Fairlane Hotel's quality, presentation, and responsive-service standards while supporting overall service flow.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

Beverage Service

• Prepare and serve a variety of alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages, ensuring quality and presentation standards.
• Know every spirit, ingredient, and recipe; perfect the classics and execute craft cocktails consistently.
• Always offer water and a coaster, and make every guest at the bar feel welcome and want to return.
• Engage guests in a friendly, polished, and professional manner to enhance their experience.

Bar Readiness & Standards

• Complete all opening, closing, and sidework duties each shift so the bar is serviceready and properly broken down.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and visually polished bar aligned with luxury standards.
• Monitor par levels and communicate stock or garnish shortages promptly.

Responsible Service & Transactions

• Check a valid, governmentissued photo ID for any guest appearing under 30 and never serve without valid ID when required.
• Monitor guest consumption, pace or stop service as needed, and never serve a visibly intoxicated guest.
• Handle transactions accurately using strong cash handling and basic math skills.

Team Support

• Assist with food service as needed and support overall service flow.
• Communicate clearly with servers, kitchen, and Food and Beverage leadership throughout service.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• Experience as a bartender or in a similar role.
• Strong customer service skills with the ability to create a welcoming, engaging atmosphere.
• Excellent time management in a highenergy, fastpaced setting.
• Knowledge of responsible alcohol service and applicable Tennessee regulations.
• Must meet the legal age requirement to serve alcohol in Tennessee.

Preferred

• Upscale, hotel, or craftcocktail bar experience.
• Knowledge of food safety and proper handling procedures.
• Certification in responsible alcohol service (e.g., TABC or equivalent).

SCHEDULE & AVAILABILITY

• Maintain flexible availability, including nights, weekends, holidays, and special events.
• Support banquets, events, or seasonal popups as needed.

BENEFITS

All associates

• PTO beginning on the first day of hire
• 401(k) retirement program, eligible after 6 months
• Complimentary parking
• Discounted meals at Modern Love
• Hotel discounts
• Opportunities for advancement within a growing boutique hotel group

Full-Time associates also receive

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance effective the first of the month following 30 days of employment
• Shortterm and longterm disability
• Life insurance

Fairlane Hotel is committed to a workplace that reflects the diversity of Nashville and the guests we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer.