Energetic Bartender: Craft Cocktails & Fast-Paced Service

Applebee's Neighborhood Grill + Bar; Jackson (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Applebee's Neighborhood Grill + Bar is seeking a Bartender in Michigan to mix and serve cocktails and assist with food service while delivering friendly, efficient guest experiences.

Candidates should be at least 21, knowledgeable about spirits and wines, and comfortable working evenings and weekends in a fast-paced setting. This role emphasizes safety, cleanliness, and strong customer service.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in a bar or similar environment preferred.
• Must be 21 years of age.
• Strong knowledge of spirits, wine and mixed cocktails.
• Ability to be mobile or standing for a minimum of 4 hours, bend, stoop and lift up to 20 pounds.
• Flexibility to work a variable schedule, including evenings and weekends.
• Excellent customer service skills and the ability to exceed guests’ expectations.
• Confident, outgoing demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional service to guests by interacting verbally to all guests in a friendly manner.
• Adhere to all local and national liquor laws.
• Mix and serve drinks following set Applebee’s recipes.
• Greet guests in a timely manner, take orders and answer guest questions.
• Collect payment from guests in a timely manner using the QR code or POS.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment for guests and TEAM by completing opening and closing side work.
• Carry out all tasks with attention to detail, cleanliness, and safety.
• Use bar tools to avoid bar waste and help maintain bar costs.
• Restock product at the beginning and end of every shift including cutting and/or slicing of product for the garnish bin.

Skills

Bartending

Customer service

Mixology

Cash handling

Tools

POS

Job description

Applebee's Neighborhood Grill + Bar is seeking a Bartender in Michigan to mix and serve cocktails and assist with food service while delivering friendly, efficient guest experiences.

Candidates should be at least 21, knowledgeable about spirits and wines, and comfortable working evenings and weekends in a fast-paced setting. This role emphasizes safety, cleanliness, and strong customer service.