BASSET/TIPS Certified Bartender: Flexible Hours & Weekends

City-of-Elgin-1; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Elgin is seeking an experienced bartender to prepare and serve beverages in the bar service area. You will handle cash register operations, maintain bar cleanliness, manage inventory, and support closing duties with accuracy. The role requires knowledge of cocktails, beer and wine, and compliance with liquor laws.

Flexible hours include weekends; uniform compliance and hospitality are essential. Join our team to deliver guest satisfaction, ensure proper setup, and adhere to safety and

Qualifications

• Requires bartending experience and knowledge of cocktails.
• Must hold BASSET or TIPs state liquor certification.
• Experience with cash handling and customer service is essential.

Responsibilities

• Set up bar to be neat and guest-ready.
• Keep bar stocked with liquor, beer, and soft drinks.
• Operate cash register and balance bar bank at shift start.
• Maintain bar area cleanliness and sanitation at all times.
• Perform closing sidework and cash-out duties at end of shift.
• Provide friendly, hospitable guest service and professional appearance.
• Verify guest ages and comply with liquor laws.
• Monitor inventory and report discrepancies.
• Organize and stock bottled beverages in storeroom.
• Attend scheduled meetings and training sessions.

Skills

Bartending experience

Customer service

Cash handling

Cocktail knowledge

Education

BASSET or TIPs certification

Tools

Cash register system

Inventory management

Job description

City of Elgin is seeking an experienced bartender to prepare and serve beverages in the bar service area. You will handle cash register operations, maintain bar cleanliness, manage inventory, and support closing duties with accuracy. The role requires knowledge of cocktails, beer and wine, and compliance with liquor laws.

Flexible hours include weekends; uniform compliance and hospitality are essential. Join our team to deliver guest satisfaction, ensure proper setup, and adhere to safety and