Bartender

Echo Lake Country Club; Westfield (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

Employer-paid life insurance.

401(k) with employer match.

PTO (vacation and sick time).

Complimentary employee meals during 1-

Golf and club-related privileges (as)

Job summary

Echo Lake Country Club in Westfield, NJ is seeking polished bartenders for a refined private club environment. You will provide prompt beverage service, greet Members by name, and maintain expert knowledge of cocktails, wines, beers, and recipes.

This role requires at least 5 years in hospitality or a private club, 2 years of bartending, and excellent communication. You will manage accuracy, upsell thoughtfully, and keep a spotless, efficient bar during service, with flexible evening and weekend

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of hospitality or private country club experience.
• Minimum 2 years of professional bartending experience.
• Strong knowledge of spirits, wine, beer, and craft cocktail fundamentals.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining poise and professionalism.
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
• Open availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Provide prompt, courteous, and consistent beverage service to Members.
• Greet Members professionally and address them by their formal name at all times.
• Prepare cocktails, wine, and beer strictly according to Club-approved recipes and pour standards.
• Maintain complete and detailed menu knowledge, including full wine-by-the-glass program, house and specialty cocktails, and full food menu knowledge.
• Communicate clearly and efficiently with servers, kitchen staff, and management to support smooth service.
• Upsell beverages and make confident, knowledgeable recommendations to enhance the Member experience.
• Maintain responsibility for bar operations, including inventory management, keg room, liquor room, and daily bar readiness.
• Monitor draft systems, CO₂ levels, and keg status; rotate and restock product as needed.
• Ensure all beverages are properly rung through the POS or tracked for Member and banquet billing.
• Maintain a spotless, organized, and sanitary bar at all times.
• Lead by example and support front-of-house staff during service.
• Handle Member concerns professionally and elevate issues to management when appropriate.

Skills

Bartending experience

Hospitality industry knowledge

Spirits and cocktails knowledge

Communication skills

Professionalism under pressure

Job description

Echo Lake Country Club is seeking polished, professional bartenders to provide exceptional beverage service in a refined private club environment. Bartenders must balance speed, accuracy, and hospitality while upholding the highest standards of professionalism, appearance, and communication.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide prompt, courteous, and consistent beverage service to Members.
• Greet Members professionally and address them by their formal name at all times.
• Prepare cocktails, wine, and beer strictly according to Club-approved recipes and pour standards.
• Maintain complete and detailed menu knowledge, including:
  • Full wine-by-the-glass program, including producers, vintages, and tasting notes.
  • All house and specialty cocktails and recipes as instructed.
  • Full food menu knowledge for lunch, dinner, midday service, and any daily or special menus.
• Communicate clearly and efficiently with servers, kitchen staff, and management to support smooth service.
• Upsell beverages and make confident, knowledgeable recommendations to enhance the Member experience.
• Maintain responsibility for bar operations, including inventory management, keg room, liquor room, and daily bar readiness.
• Monitor draft systems, CO₂ levels, and keg status; rotate and restock product as needed.
• Ensure all beverages are properly rung through the POS or tracked for Member and banquet billing.
• Maintain a spotless, organized, and sanitary bar at all times.
• Lead by example and support front-of-house staff during service.
• Handle Member concerns professionally and elevate issues to management when appropriate.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of hospitality or private country club experience.
• Minimum 2 years of professional bartending experience.
• Strong knowledge of spirits, wine, beer, and craft cocktail fundamentals.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining poise and professionalism.
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
• Open availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Hourly Wage: $18–$24 per hour (flexible based on experience).
• Benefits eligibility subject to plan terms and employment status, including:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Employer-paid life insurance.
  • 401(k) with employer match.
  • PTO (vacation and sick time).
  • Complimentary employee meals during full shifts.
  • Golf and club-related privileges (where applicable).
  • Employee discounts in the Pro Shop.