Bartender

Savoy Pizzeria; West Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Employee discount on meals

Flexible scheduling

401(k) with matching up to 4%

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid sick time

Referral program

Career development

Job summary

Savoy Pizzeria & Craft Bar in West Hartford is seeking an upbeat, reliable Bartender to join Max Hospitality. Come for craft cocktails, wood-fired pizzas, and an engaging bar experience in a fast-paced, upscale setting.

This role offers competitive pay, meals discount, flexible scheduling, and opportunities for growth within the Max Hospitality team. Prior bartending experience and excellent guest service skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of bartending in casual or high-volume settings.
• Friendly, outgoing personality with strong guest engagement.
• Knowledge of craft beer, cocktails, and wine basics.
• Able to multitask and stay organized during busy shifts.
• Experience with cash handling and POS transactions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve cocktails, beers, wines, and non-alcoholic drinks.
• Provide fast, friendly service to bar guests and dining room patrons.
• Maintain a clean and organized bar area throughout the shift.
• Follow recipes and presentation standards for all drink offerings.
• Accurately process cash and credit transactions.
• Check guest IDs and ensure responsible alcohol service.
• Restock bar items and support inventory tracking.
• Contribute to a fun, smooth-running service environment.

Skills

Bartending

Customer service

POS systems

Cash handling

Wine knowledge

Teamwork

Tools

POS systems

Job description

BARTENDER – SAVOY PIZZERIA & CRAFT BARJoin the Max Hospitality Team!Savoy, located in the heart of West Hartford’s vibrant dining scene, is seeking an upbeat, reliable, and guest-focused Bartender to join our team. If you're passionate about craft cocktails, great pizza, and creating a fun and welcoming bar experience, we want to meet you!Max Hospitality is committed to providing an outstanding dining experience, focusing on creative, high-quality dishes with an emphasis on local ingredients and modern culinary techniques. We are looking for individuals who share our dedication to hospitality and want to grow within a supportive, high-performing team. The ideal candidate will bring a professional demeanor, excellent communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, upscale setting.Savoy is known for its wood-fired pizzas, craft cocktails, and upscale yet approachable Italian dishes. Highly rated by Zagat and consistently named one of the top restaurants in the Farmington Valley area, Savoy blends tradition with creativity, offering guests a casual neighborhood vibe with elevated culinary standards. Our mission is to provide every guest with a memorable dining experience by offering the finest Italian dishes and a welcoming atmosphere.Benefits:Competitive PayEmployee Discount on MealsFlexible SchedulingOpportunities for Growth and Advancement401(k) with matching up to 4%Health insuranceDental insuranceVision insurancePaid time offPaid sick timeReferral programLife, accident, critical illness & pet insuranceCareer development within the Max Hospitality groupResponsibilities:Prepare and serve a variety of cocktails, beers, wines, and non-alcoholic drinksProvide fast, friendly, and accurate service to bar guests and dining room patronsMaintain a clean and organized bar area throughout the shiftFollow recipes and presentation standards for all drink offeringsAccurately process cash and credit transactionsCheck guest identification and ensure responsible alcohol serviceRestock bar items and support inventory trackingContribute to a fun, smooth-running service environmentWhat We’re Looking ForExperience:Minimum 1 year of bartending experience in a casual or high-volume restaurant or barFamiliarity with craft beer, classic and house cocktails, and basic wine knowledgeExperience with POS systems and bar service workflowTIPS or ServSafe Alcohol certification is a plusSkills and Qualities:Friendly, approachable, and outgoing personalityAbility to multitask and stay organized during fast-paced serviceStrong communication and guest engagement skillsTeam-oriented with a collaborative attitudeAttention to cleanliness, bar setup, and drink consistencyComfortable working both behind the bar and engaging tableside when neededOpen availability including weekends and eveningsDiversity Creates a Healthy Atmosphere:Max Hospitality is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.Applicants with criminal backgrounds are encouraged to apply.