Bartender Lead

Midmark Corporation; Versailles (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Midmark Corporation is seeking a Bartender Lead for Hotel Versailles + Silas. This role requires advanced bartending techniques and leadership skills to ensure exceptional guest experiences. The Bartender Lead will manage inventory, train bartenders, and curate cocktail menus while maintaining a passion for hospitality.

Applicants must have at least four years of bartending experience and possess strong multitasking and communication skills. The position is focused on delivering quality service and a dynamic beverage experience in a vibrant hotel setting.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age.
• Minimum of four years of experience as a bartender.
• Excellent internal and external communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member.

Responsibilities

• Maintain liquor, beer, and wine inventory.
• Train bartender teammates on cocktails and food service.
• Curate the cocktail menu.
• Ensure alcohol is served safely and responsibly.

Skills

Advanced bartending techniques

Time management

Knowledge of beverages and cocktails

Interpersonal communication skills

Strong accounting skills

Multi-tasking skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Level 2 ServSafe Certification

Certified Bartender class

TIPS certification

Job description

Summary

The Bartender Lead at Hotel Versailles + Silas will be responsible for the timely and friendly delivery of food and drinks while creating memorable guest experiences. This individual must possess a background in advanced bartending techniques, a natural ability to manage time, and a second-to-none knowledge of beverages and cocktails or an overwhelming desire to learn. In‑depth menu knowledge is necessary to ensure safe service to guests with allergies and restrictions.

Responsibilities

• Maintains all liquor, beer, and wine inventory, providing the Food & Beverage Manager the necessary information for what is needed to be ordered for the week
• Bathes all house cocktails and labels bins for the wines
• Trains all bartender teammates on cocktails and food service
• Supports the F+B Manager in curating the cocktail menu each season
• Demonstrates passion and genuine care for all aspects of a guest’s experience
• Assists in all aspects of the guest’s experience from beginning to end
• Prioritizes the guest’s satisfaction, adjusting your actions and behaviors to support what the guest needs at any given moment
• Ensures alcohol is served safely, responsibly, and legally
• Shares extensive knowledge of the beverage world with guests
• Communicates and collaborates effectively with other coworkers and departments to ensure all guests get their food as ordered in a timely fashion

Secondary Duties

• Assists in other department areas as needed, including but not limited to, banquets, bar, café, in‑room dining and restaurants

Education & Experience

• Must be 21 years of age
• Minimum of four (4) years of experience as a bartender in either a free‑standing or hotel restaurant or bar
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Level 2 ServSafe Certification preferred or ability to become certified
• Certified Bartender class preferred
• TIPS certification or willingness to obtain TIPS certification within 30 days of hire
• Interpersonal communication skills and the ability to work with customers
• Working knowledge of the menus, menu ingredients and basic culinary terms
• Ability to work independently as well as function effectively as a team member
• Strong accounting, time management and multi‑tasking skills
• Excellent internal and external communication skills
• Professional proficiency of the English language in reading, writing and verbal communication

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Will directly supervise the bartender teammates

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.