Cabaret Bartender

barringtonstageco; Pittsfield (MA); On-site; USD 16,531 - 24,796; Part time

Job summary

Barrington Stage Company in Pittsfield, MA is seeking Bartenders to join our Cabaret team for the summer season. This on-site position supports nightly performances in a 94-seat cabaret space, pouring wine, beer, pre-made cocktails, coffee and light snacks.

You will handle cash and card transactions, work 6:30pm–10pm (approx.), and help with set-up, service and clean-up between shows. Ideal candidates enjoy live music and can commit to at least 15 of 19 performance dates.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills across different personalities and ages.
• Experience serving and comfort around alcohol.
• Experience handling cash and credit card transactions.
• Must be able to stand for at least 60 minutes and lift 30 lb.
• Reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Serve drinks and snacks before and after cabaret performances.
• Track and complete transactions in Square POS.
• Keep patrons and orders moving in the tight time-frame before performances.
• After performances, clean space, wash glassware, restock inventory, and close out the sales bank with supervisor.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Customer service

Cash handling

Alcohol service

Reliability

Tools

Square POS

Job description

Reports to: Artistic Producer and Seasonal Line Producer

Start Date: May 30, 2026

End Date: September 5, 2026

Working Location: On-Site

Department: Cabaret

Housing: Housing not available

Compensation: $15/hr plus tips

Schedule: varies, between 4 hours and 18 hours a week, evening position (see below)

ABOUT BARRINGTON STAGE COMPANY

Barrington Stage Company, an award-winning professional theatre company located in the heart of the Berkshires, is seeking Bartenders to join our Cabaret team in Pittsfield, MA.

Barrington Stage has a three-fold mission: to produce top-notch, compelling work; to develop new plays and musical; and to engage our community with vibrant, inclusive educational outreach programs.

BSC is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age. We strongly encourage candidates of color, and/or from diverse backgrounds/underrepresented groups to apply.

JOB OVERVIEW

The Bartenders provide quality and efficient service to our customers in our 94-seats cabaret space by responsible pouring wine, beer, pre-made cocktails, coffee and light snacks. The venue is a small performance with a bar inside the space (which means bartenders get to see every performance) located at 36 Linden Street in Downtown Pittsfield. This position is perfect for someone with a day job who loves interacting with people and live music and is looking for a fun way to make some extra money.

REQUIREMENTS

• Serve drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) and snacks to our patrons before and after the cabaret performance.
• Track and complete transactions in our Point-of-Sale Square.
• Keep patrons and orders moving in the tight time-frame prior to the performance.
• After the performance, clean‑up space, wash glassware, restock inventory, and close out the sales bank with the other bartender and supervisor.
• Ideal candidates would be available to work at least 15 of the 19 dates listed below

SCHEDULE

In general shifts are from 6:30pm-10pm on each of the following days but those times can shift by half an hour depending on length and needs of the performance. Performances are currently scheduled on: Sunday, May 31Monday, June 1Monday, June 8Sunday, June 14 Monday, June 15Tuesday, June 16Monday, July 6Sunday, July 12Monday, July 13Monday, July 20Monday, August 10Sunday, August 16Monday, August 17Sunday, August 30Monday, August 31Wednesday, Sept. 2Thursday, Sept. 3Friday, September 4Saturday, September 5

QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong interpersonal skills across different personalities and ages.
• Experience serving and comfort around alcohol
• Experience handling cash and credit card transactions
• Must be able to work from a standing position for at least 60 minutes and able to lift a 30 lb box from table height and transport at least 50 ft.
• A love for music, especially musical theatre and jazz, helpful
• Reliable transportation to and from the venue.

* This job description is not comprehensive and is subject to change at any time