Experienced Bartender - Flexible Schedule & Benefits

Ashby Hospitality Group; Odessa (DE); On-site; USD 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Job summary

Cantwell’s Bridge Hotel and Tavern in Odessa, DE, seeks an experienced Bartender to deliver high-quality beverage service and create a welcoming bar atmosphere. You will handle drink preparation, inventory, and guest interactions in a fast-paced setting.

Ideal candidates will manage a full bar, follow safety protocols, and maintain accurate cash handling while assisting the front-of-house team during shifts, including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in beverage preparation according to established recipes and standards.
• Ability to stock and maintain sufficient levels of bar supplies, including alcohol, glassware, ice, and other necessary items.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Skilled in managing a full bar top and handling orders from the cocktail station and dining area efficiently.
• Comfort with regular exposure to liquids and use of cleaning agents, demonstrating safe handling practices.
• Competence in operating bar equipment such as knives and blenders safely.
• Effective communication skills to understand and execute job requirements.
• Ability to multitask and maintain composure in a high-pressure environment.
• Comfortable working in tight spaces with fluctuating noise and temperature levels.
• Physically capable of lifting up to 50 pounds and standing or walking during the entire shift, navigating through potential hazards in the restaurant.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional service that exceeds guests’ expectations, proactively anticipating their needs.
• Welcome guests with a genuine and warm smile, creating a friendly atmosphere.
• Address guest concerns with empathy and efficiency, ensuring satisfaction.
• Manage bar inventory, maintaining security over stock and accurately reconciling the bar cash drawer.
• Perform meticulous cleaning and sanitizing of glassware and other bar equipment.
• Recognize signs of intoxication in guests, responsibly manage service, and consult management as necessary.
• Record all orders precisely, handle transactions, and ensure all sales are accounted for according to restaurant policies.
• Answer guest questions about the menu and current promotions knowledgeably, applying effective sales techniques.
• Adhere to all service protocols, including special dietary needs and food allergy precautions.
• Ensure all tools and equipment, including POS and payment systems, are used proficiently.
• Follow all health and safety regulations, complete required training, and maintain compliance with restaurant policies outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Foster a cooperative team environment and perform additional duties as needed.

Skills

Beverage preparation

Stock bar supplies

Shift flexibility

Bar top management

Customer interaction

Safety and sanitation

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Cantwell’s Bridge Hotel and Tavern in Odessa, DE, seeks an experienced Bartender to deliver high-quality beverage service and create a welcoming bar atmosphere. You will handle drink preparation, inventory, and guest interactions in a fast-paced setting.

Ideal candidates will manage a full bar, follow safety protocols, and maintain accurate cash handling while assisting the front-of-house team during shifts, including evenings and weekends.