Bartender - Fast-Paced Bar with Flexible Hours & Tips

The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated; Virginia; Hybrid; USD 2,900 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Faster Pay

Shift meals discount

Discounts for friends & family

Paid vacation & sick time

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Career growth & training

HELP Fund

Job summary

The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated is seeking an experienced bartender to deliver warm, guest-focused hospitality in a fast‑paced, high‑volume restaurant environment. You will lead bar service, craft cocktails, and provide menu guidance while maintaining quality and efficiency.

The role emphasizes accurate POS ordering, beverage prep, stocked bar operations, and a positive attitude under pressure. Opportunity for growth, strong benefits, and team‑oriented culture accompany daily

Qualifications

• At least 12 months bartending experience in a full-service restaurant.
• Experience with serving cocktails, spirits, beer and wine.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and stay organized.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Reliable, punctual, and dependable, contributing to a positive workplace culture.

Responsibilities

• Warmly greet guests, creating a welcoming bar experience.
• Engage guests with friendly conversation while remaining focused on attentive, efficient service.
• Share menu knowledge by making menu recommendations and answering questions about food allergies and ingredients.
• Actively listen during guest interactions to anticipate needs.
• Accurately take and enter food and drink orders using a POS system.
• Follow recipes to maintain beverage quality and consistency.
• Prepare cocktails using professional mixology skills and accurate pours.
• Garnish drinks to enhance presentation.
• Maintain speed, efficiency, and a strong sense of urgency.
• Perform bar setup and breakdown to ensure organization and readiness.
• Complete stocking duties to maintain accurate inventory.

Skills

Guest service

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Tools

POS system

Job description

The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated is seeking an experienced bartender to deliver warm, guest-focused hospitality in a fast‑paced, high‑volume restaurant environment. You will lead bar service, craft cocktails, and provide menu guidance while maintaining quality and efficiency.

The role emphasizes accurate POS ordering, beverage prep, stocked bar operations, and a positive attitude under pressure. Opportunity for growth, strong benefits, and team‑oriented culture accompany daily