Bartender

Islander 71; United States; Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High tips

Full-time hours

Growth opportunities

Team environment

Job summary

Islander 71, a fast-paced waterfront restaurant, seeks experienced bartenders for a high-volume, high-tip environment. You will deliver quick, friendly service, engage guests, and help keep the bar running smoothly during peak hours.

We offer full-time hours with strong leadership and growth opportunities within a high-performing hospitality group. This is a high-earning role ideal for bartenders who thrive in fast-paced settings by the water.

Qualifications

• 2+ years bartending experience, preferably in a high-volume setting.
• Strong sense of urgency and ability to multitask.
• Outgoing personality with engaging guest presence.
• Reliable, team-oriented, and professional conduct.

Responsibilities

• Deliver fast, friendly, and attentive service at the bar.
• Build relationships with guests and create a fun, welcoming environment.
• Handle high-volume service while maintaining accuracy and composure.
• Prepare cocktails, beer, and wine efficiently and consistently.
• Manage multiple tickets and direct bar guests at once.
• Maintain speed without sacrificing quality and keep stations stocked and clean.
• Follow sanitation and safety standards and support opening/closing duties.

Skills

High-volume service

Urgency

Multitasking

Outgoing personality

Guest presence

Teamwork

Job description

Islander 71 is hiring full-time Bartenders to join our high-volume waterfront team.

We’re a fast-paced, upscale-casual restaurant on the water known for fresh seafood, a full raw bar, and a high-energy bar program. With $10M+ in annual sales and heavy seasonal volume, this is a high-earning opportunity for experienced bartenders who can move with urgency, connect with guests, and execute at a high level.

About the Role

This is not a slow craft bar role - this is a high-volume, high-tip environment where efficiency, personality, and consistency matter.

You’ll be responsible for delivering great drinks, strong guest interactions, and keeping the bar running clean, organized, and fast during peak service.

What You’ll Do

Service & Guest Experience

• Deliver fast, friendly, and attentive service at the bar
• Build relationships with guests and create a fun, welcoming environment
• Handle high-volume service while maintaining accuracy and composure

Bar Execution

• Prepare cocktails, beer, and wine efficiently and consistently
• Manage multiple tickets and direct bar guests at once
• Maintain speed without sacrificing quality
• Keep bar stations stocked, clean, and fully set for service
• Follow all sanitation and safety standards
• Support opening/closing duties and side work
• Work closely with servers and management to keep service flowing
• Communicate clearly during high-pressure shifts
• Support overall restaurant operations when needed

What We’re Looking For

• 2+ years bartending experience (high-volume preferred)
• Strong sense of urgency and ability to multitask
• Outgoing personality with great guest presence
• Reliable, team-oriented, and professional

What We Offer

• High tip earning potential in a busy, established restaurant
• Full-time hours with consistent volume
• Strong leadership and team environment
• Opportunity to grow within a high-performing hospitality group