Bartender | Victory Brewing - Kennett Square, PA

Victory Brewing Company; Kennett Square (Chester County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Referral program

Flexible schedules

Product discounts

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Victory Brewing Company is seeking a Bartender to join our taproom team in Kennett Square. You will educate guests about our beers, craft cocktails, and nonalcoholic options while delivering an exceptional hospitality experience.

You will handle POS transactions, maintain bar cleanliness, and support opening/closing duties. A positive attitude, product knowledge, and teamwork are essential for success in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Experience with craft cocktails is desired.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and comfort discussing our products with guests.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience operating a POS system and handling payments.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests and seat them at the bar, ensuring a welcoming hospitality experience.
• Prepare and serve liquor, wine, beer, and nonalcoholic drinks per guest orders.
• Enter food and beverage orders into the POS system accurately and efficiently.
• Collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure timely orders and delivery.
• Maintain a clean, organized bar and stock supplies; manage keg rotation as needed.
• Assist with opening/closing duties and other side work such as cleaning and resetting dining areas.
• Support private dining events and special functions as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Craft cocktails

Hospitality

POS knowledge

Tools

POS system

Job description

Join our passionate community brought together by our love for great beer, cider, and the process that makes it all happen. Quality is our thing, and so is staying curious—always learning, tweaking, and pushing to get better at what we do. We’re fired up by the people who enjoy our pours and the teams that make it all possible. If you’re into collaboration, craft, and being part of a tight-knit crew, we’d love to raise a glass with you.WHO WE ARE & WHAT WE OFFERArtisanal Brewing Ventures (ABV) is a top 10 regional craft alcohol company in the US, made up of 5 long standing, successful craft brands (75+ combined years!): Victory Brewing, Bold Rock Cider, Sixpoint Brewery, Southern Tier Brewing & Southern Tier Distilling. We have locations in 5 states (NY, PA, OH, VA, NC) including taprooms, production facilities, & our corporate headquarters.Competitive CompensationReferral ProgramFlexible Schedules & Ample Product DiscountsOpportunities for Growth Across 5 Successful BrandsWHAT WE DOAt Victory, we’ve always believed that great beer comes from a deep respect for the craft. That spirit inspired our decision to join Artisanal Brewing Ventures in 2016. By partnering with a community that shares our values and supports the behind-the-scenes work—like marketing, operations, and finance—we freed up our brewers to do what they do best: focus on the art of brewing. The result? More time, more creativity, and more opportunity to craft the innovative, flavorful beers that have defined Victory since the beginning.BartenderThe Bartender will prepare and serve alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages to guests and oversee the stock of liquor and bar supplies. As a Bartender, you will serve as the face of our brand in the taproom, engaging with guests to educate them about our products while delivering an outstanding hospitality experience. This role combines product knowledge with exceptional customer service to create memorable interactions that reflect the values and quality of our brand.Reports to: General Manager or Front of House Manager on dutyKey ResponsibilitiesGreet guests timely as they are seated at the bar; ensure bar is clean and that coasters, utensils, napkins, and other needs have been providedPrepares and serves liquor, mixed drinks, wine, beer, and nonalcoholic drinks as ordered from guests and waitstaffAccurately and efficiently enter food and beverage orders into the point-of-sale (POS) systemCollaborate with kitchen staff to ensure timely and accurate order preparation and deliveryCompletion of all required bar prep, including but not limited to cutting fruit/garnish, making syrups, batching cocktails, etc.Maintains a clean, organized bar and ensures it is stocked with clean glasswareFollows all Alcohol Service laws and is mindful of safe alcohol service, including checking photo IDsProcesses guest payments by preparing checks and handling transactions through the POS systemCommunicate clearly and respectfully with guests, teammates, and managementChange, move, and organize kegs as neededAssist with opening and closing duties, including cleaning and setting up the barAssist with other side work duties such as cleaning the dining area, preparing silverware and refilling condimentsPerforms other related duties as assignedPrivate Dining & Special Events ParticipationFrom time to time, Servers and Bartenders may be scheduled to work private dining events, buyouts, or special functions. These events may differ from standard restaurant service in the following ways:Steps of service may vary based on event format, client preferences, or contracted agreementsService style may include coursed meals, preset menus, buffet service, or limited guest interactionStaffing structure and assigned responsibilities may differ from standard shiftsTip distribution may follow an alternate tip-out or gratuity structure specific to the event and may differ from the restaurant’s standard tipping policyEmployees are expected to adapt professionally to these variations and follow all event-specific guidelines provided by management. Compensation for private dining events will be communicated in advance and will align with applicable wage and labor laws.RequirementsMust be at least 21 years of ageMust have a passion for hospitality and craft beveragesExcellent interpersonal skills and comfortability with discussing our products in detail with guestsStrong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environmentExperience with craft cocktails is desiredAbility to operate the point-of-sale system (POS)At least one year of related experience requiredPhysical RequirementsProlonged periods standing and walkingMust be able to lift and carry at least 60 poundsAbility to perform physical tasks, including frequent bending, stooping and reachingDisclaimerThis Job Description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive list or comprehensive list of all job responsibilities, tasks, and duties.Artisanal Brewing Ventures is an Equal Opportunity EmployerDisclaimerThis Job Description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks and duties.Artisanal Brewing Ventures is an Equal Opportunity Employer.