Experienced Bartender

Kaskaid Hospitality; Maple Grove (MN); On-site; USD 12,967 - 18,469; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Advancement opportunities

Training & development

Employee discounts

Job summary

Kaskaid Hospitality in Minnesota is seeking a friendly bartender to join our team. You will take beverage orders from guests and staff, verify age, prepare cocktails, pour wine and beer, and ensure fast, smiling service.

This hourly role requires teamwork, accurate money handling, and clear communication. You will prep bar ingredients, restock glassware, clean work areas, and help maintain a safe, welcoming atmosphere during long shifts.

Qualifications

• Alcohol Service Certification a plus.
• Basic mathematical skills; handle money and give correct change.
• Basic reading skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Knowledge of beer, wine and spirits, and be familiar with standard drink recipes.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Organizational skills.
• Multi-task oriented.

Responsibilities

• Take beverage orders from serving staff or directly from guests.
• Check identification of guests to verify age requirements for purchase of alcohol.
• Communicate with guests using clear and enthusiastic words, tone and body language at all times.
• Make guests feel appreciated through your actions.
• Count drinks guests are served.
• Be attentive! Offer your assistance before guests have to ask for it.
• Work as a team with all personnel in order to maintain an effective atmosphere and an efficient food and beverage service.
• Collect payment for drinks served.
• Mix ingredients, such as liquor, soda, water, sugar, and bitters, to prepare cocktails and other drinks.
• Serve wine, and bottled or draft beer.
• Limit problems and liability related to guests' excessive drinking by taking steps such as persuading guests to stop drinking, or ordering taxis or other transportation for intoxicated guests.
• Prep bar ingredients made in house (e.g., simple syrups, sweet and sour); prep and stock all garnishes.
• Clean glasses, utensils, and bar equipment / restock glassware from the dishwasher.
• Remove recycling full of empty bottles.
• Clean bars, work areas and tables.
• Balance cash drawer when shift is completed.
• Other duties as directed.

Skills

Alcohol knowledge

Money handling

Reading skills

Computer skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Job description

Benefits

• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development
• Employee discounts

We are looking for positive, energetic personalities.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Take beverage orders from serving staff or directly from guests.
• Check identification of guests to verify age requirements for purchase of alcohol.
• Communicate with guests using clear and enthusiastic words, tone and body language at all times.
• Make guests feel appreciated through your actions.
• Count drinks guests are served.
• Be attentive! Offer your assistance before guests have to ask for it.
• Work as a team with all personnel in order to maintain an effective atmosphere and an efficient food and beverage service.
• Collect payment for drinks served.
• Mix ingredients, such as liquor, soda, water, sugar, and bitters, to prepare cocktails and other drinks.
• Serve wine, and bottled or draft beer.
• Limit problems and liability related to guests' excessive drinking by taking steps such as persuading guests to stop drinking, or ordering taxis or other transportation for intoxicated guests.
• Prep bar ingredients made in house (e.g., simple syrups, sweet and sour); prep and stock all garnishes.
• Clean glasses, utensils, and bar equipment / restock glassware from the dishwasher.
• Remove recycling full of empty bottles.
• Clean bars, work areas and tables.
• Balance cash drawer when shift is completed.
• Other duties as directed.

Knowledge and Skills

• Alcohol Service Certification a plus.
• Basic mathematical skills; handle money and give correct change.
• Basic reading skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Knowledge of beer, wine and spirits, and be familiar with standard drink recipes.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Organizational skills.
• Multi-task oriented.

Position Type / Expected Hours of Work

This is an hourly paid position. Days and hours of work vary according to business hours and job requirements. The business operates seven (7) days a week; hours start as early as 9 AM and can go as late as 2 AM depending on the work required.

Work Culture

This role will require fast‑paced service done with a smile and a high level of communication with guests, co‑workers, managers, and chefs.

Compensation: $11.41 per hour.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.