Bartender - Old City Prime

Old City Prime; Lima (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Meal discounts

Benefits package

Job summary

Old City Prime in Downtown Lima, Ohio, is seeking an experienced bartender to join our upscale steakhouse team. You will craft classic and specialty cocktails, offer recommendations, and ensure guest satisfaction with polished, attentive service.

We value hospitality, organization, and reliability. This role requires availability Friday and Saturday evenings, a strong knowledge of cocktails, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of bartending experience.
• Strong knowledge of cocktails, spirits, beer, and wine.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Polished, professional guest interaction in a fast-paced environment.
• Reliable, organized, detail-oriented, and dependable.
• Availability to work Friday and Saturday evenings.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve cocktails with consistency and detail.
• Provide recommendations on cocktails, wine, spirits, and beer.
• Deliver friendly, polished service and welcoming bar atmosphere.
• Build relationships with guests and remember preferences.
• Take orders, manage tabs, and process payments through the POS.
• Maintain a clean, stocked bar; work with servers, culinary staff, and management.
• Follow responsible alcohol service, health, safety, and cleanliness standards.
• Support overall service standards and guest experience.

Skills

Bartending experience

Cocktail knowledge

Customer service

Communication

Organization

Attention to detail

Reliability

Tools

POS system

Job description

Old City Prime | Downtown Lima, Ohio

Old City Prime is looking for an experienced, professional Bartender to join our fine dining steakhouse team. We're looking for someone who takes pride in providing exceptional hospitality, has a strong knowledge of cocktails and spirits, and enjoys creating a great experience for every guest.

Why Join Old City Prime?

At Old City Prime, you'll have the opportunity to work in an upscale, fast-paced environment where quality service and genuine hospitality are important. We offer weekly pay, employee meal discounts, and a fun, family-friendly work environment. Full-time employees are also eligible for our benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, PTO, and a 401(k) with company match.

What You'll Do

• Prepare and serve classic and specialty cocktails with consistency and attention to detail
• Provide knowledgeable recommendations on cocktails, wine, spirits, and beer
• Deliver friendly, polished service while creating a welcoming bar atmosphere
• Build relationships with guests and remember preferences to create a personalized experience
• Take orders, manage tabs, and process payments accurately through the POS system
• Maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked bar throughout service
• Work efficiently during busy and high-volume periods while maintaining service standards
• Communicate and work closely with servers, culinary staff, and management
• Follow all responsible alcohol service, health, safety, and cleanliness standards
• Help maintain the overall service standards and guest experience of Old City Prime

What We're Looking For

• 2+ years of bartending experience, preferably in a fine dining or upscale restaurant
• Strong knowledge of classic cocktails, spirits, beer, and wine
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to confidently interact with guests and provide a polished, professional experience
• Ability to stay organized and composed in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail and pride in your work
• Reliable and dependable
• Must be available every Friday and Saturday evening
• Availability for additional evening shifts as needed

Old City Prime is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for our employees, guests, and communities, and we strive to treat everyone with kindness, empathy, and respect.