Head Bartender

Global Arts Live; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shared tips

Full-time schedule

Job summary

Global Arts Live seeks a Head Bartender to lead daily bar operations at Kendall Square, Cambridge, MA. You will ensure drink quality, guest engagement, and smooth service during public hours.

Responsibilities include inventory support, menu conception, and event support with the F&B Manager, including upstairs concession bars. 4 years bartending, TIPS, and POS familiarity are required.

Qualifications

• 4 years of bartending experience required.
• Strong mixology knowledge and beer/wine basics.
• Familiar with POS systems (Square or Toast).
• Experience with Microsoft Excel is preferred.
• TIPS certification is required.
• Ability to lift 30+ lbs.

Responsibilities

• Mix drinks according to recipes and standards.
• Greet guests hospitably and engage customers.
• Check IDs to verify legal drinking age.
• Process cash and card payments via POS system.
• Support the Food and Beverage Manager.
• Oversee daily bar operations and closing tasks.
• Maintain service standards throughout shifts.
• Collaborate on menus with F&B Manager and Sam Treadway.
• Help maintain and track inventory.

Skills

Bartending experience

Mixology knowledge

POS systems (Square/Toast)

Microsoft Excel

TIPS certification

Guest interaction

Physical stamina

Tools

POS hardware (cash register)

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Head Bartender

Kendall Square, Cambridge, MA

Job Description

The Platform performing arts center is a new venture located in Kendall Square, offering ample opportunities for experienced bar staff. We're looking for a technically skilled bartender to head up the daily cocktail bar operations. This role will oversee the quality and flow of the bar space during public operation. The Head Bartender will also support the Food and Beverage Manager with inventory, menu conception, and special events between the main bar and upstairs concession bar.

Projected Working Hours

Monday – Saturday, 2:00PM – 12:00AM with some flexibility.

Includes some holidays.

Compensation

$15/hr + shared tips (Full-time; 5-6 days a week)

Responsibilities

• Mixing alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks using the bar's recipes
• Greeting and interacting with guests in a hospitable way
• Checking IDs to verify legal drinking age
• Processing cash and credit card payments via POS system
• Supporting the Food and Beverage Manager
• Overseeing regular daily bar operations
• Closing bar operations
• Maintaining the expected standard of service
• Collaborating with the Food and Beverage Manager to create menus with consultations from Sam Treadway
• Helping to maintain and track inventory

Required Qualifications

• 4 years of bartending experience
• General mixology knowledge
• General beer and wine knowledge
• Familiarity with POS systems such as Square or Toast
• General experience with Microsoft Excel
• TIPS certification
• Ability to lift 30+ lbs

Preferred but Not Required Qualifications

• 5 years of service-related experience
• Serve Safe certifications
• Allergen safe certification
• Crowd safe certification
• An interest in global dance, music, and art
• A passion for mixology and the world of beverages

Not sure you meet 100% of our qualifications? Research shows that cis men apply for jobs when they fulfill an average of 60% of the criteria, while others tend only to apply if they meet every requirement. If you believe that you could excel in this role, we encourage you to apply.

We are dedicated to considering a broad array of candidates, including those with diverse workplace experiences and backgrounds. So, whether you're taking the next step in your career path, looking to transition, or returning to work after a gap in employment, we will be glad to have you on our radar.

Reflecting the artists we present and the audiences we serve, Global Arts Live is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from candidates demonstrating diversity of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, and national origin. Global Arts Live is committed to creating a work environment that values respect, integrity, diversity, and inclusion.