Head Bartender

Global Arts Live; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Arts Live in Cambridge, MA is seeking a Head Bartender to lead daily cocktail-bar operations and ensure top service during public events. You will supervise quality control, assist inventory, and help shape menus in collaboration with the Food & Beverage Manager and guest consultants.

The role requires strong mixology and beer/wine knowledge, 4+ years of bartending, and familiarity with POS systems. Schedule is Monday–Saturday, 2:00 PM–12:00 AM, with some holidays.

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

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

Skills

4 years bartending experience

Mixology knowledge

Beer & wine knowledge

Guest hospitality

Excel basics

Education

TIPS certification

Serve Safe certification

Allergen safe certification

Crowd safe certification

Tools

POS systems (Square/Toast)

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.