Bartending Team Lead - Mixologist

Old Town Pub; Bordentown (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A local bar and restaurant in Bordentown, NJ, is seeking a full-time Bartending Team Lead – Mixologist to support and lead the beverage program. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of bartending experience, a creative flair for cocktail design, and strong leadership skills. Responsibilities include leading the bar team, training staff, designing menus, and ensuring cost efficiency. This position offers stable hours and opportunities for growth within a vibrant dining scene.

Qualifications

• 3+ years bartending experience, high volume and/or craft preferred.
• Experience in leading cocktail programs; strong knowledge of bar operations.
• Ability to train and lead without ego; organized and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Lead the bar team and ensure consistent execution of drinks.
• Design and maintain cocktail menus; develop seasonal features.
• Train bartenders and servers on builds and presentation.

Skills

Bartending experience

Leadership skills

Knowledge of spirits

Cocktail design

Organizational skills

Job description

Overview

Old Town Bar LLC is seeking a full‑time Bartending Team Lead – Mixologist to support, lead, and execute our beverage program with consistency and professionalism. This role is ideal for an experienced bartender who enjoys being hands‑on behind the bar while guiding standards, training team members, and contributing to menu development. If you're looking for a stable leadership opportunity with room for creativity and growth, we encourage you to apply!

Responsibilities

• Lead the bar team and remain actively behind the bar to ensure consistent execution of drinks and adherence to service standards.
• Design and maintain cocktail menus; develop seasonal features; collaborate with ownership on menu direction, pricing, and rollouts.
• Train bartenders and servers on builds and presentation; support inventory and prep.
• Maintain organization, cost control, and profitability while balancing creativity with operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• 3+ years bartending experience (high volume and/or craft preferred).
• Experience in leading cocktail or beverage programs; strong knowledge of spirits and bar operations.
• Ability to train and lead without ego; organized and detail‑oriented.
• Willingness to balance creativity with cost control and profitability.
• Must be available nights, weekends, and holidays; possess a valid alcohol service certification, or be able to obtain one (preferred).

Work Schedule

This is a full‑time bartender position with shifts within business hours, averaging 30-35 hours per week behind the bar, including days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

About Old Town Bar

Located on historic Farnsworth Avenue in the heart of Bordentown City, Old Town Pub blends local history with modern flair. The venue offers a creative cocktail program, a 50‑tap draft system with rotating craft beers, and a vibrant dining scene with multiple bars and private event spaces.