High-Energy Bartender for Live-Music Bar

Shindigs Country Kitchen Bar & Stage; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Strong earning potential through tip -

Fun, upbeat team environment

High-energy restaurant, bar, and live 

Opportunity to build relationships

Opportunity to learn, grow, and take 

Employee discounts and perks

Be part of a growing local Riverside

Job summary

Shindigs is seeking an experienced, high-energy bartender for our busy restaurant and live-music venue in Riverside. You will craft cocktails, pour beers and wines, and deliver friendly service while maintaining speed during peak hours.

The role requires staying organized, communicating well with staff, and ensuring guest satisfaction at all times. The ideal candidate has 2+ years of bartending experience, strong knowledge of drinks, and a willingness to handle opening/closing duties and

Qualifications

• 2+ years of bartending experience in a full-service restaurant or high-volume bar.
• Strong working knowledge of spirits, cocktails, beer, and wine.
• Ability to make common classic cocktails confidently and consistently.
• Strong sense of urgency while maintaining accuracy and guest service.
• Excellent communication and multitasking skills.
• Comfortable handling multiple guests, service tickets, and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare beer, wine, classic cocktails, and Shindigs specialty drinks accurately.
• Deliver friendly, attentive service while maintaining speed during high-volume shifts.
• Take guest orders, operate the POS system, process payments, and maintain accurate tabs.
• Maintain proper drink recipes, pours, presentation, and portion standards.
• Check identification and follow all responsible alcohol-service requirements.
• Recognize signs of intoxication and handle alcohol-service situations professionally.
• Maintain a clean, organized, stocked bar and guest-ready area during shifts.
• Restock liquor, beer, wine, mixers, garnishes, glassware, and bar supplies.
• Prepare the bar for service and complete opening/closing/stocking tasks.
• Communicate with servers, barbacks, kitchen staff, and managers to keep service running smoothly.
• Support teammates during busy nights, live music, and events.
• Help create the welcoming, energetic, and professional atmosphere Shindigs is known for.

Skills

Bartending

Customer service

Cocktail knowledge

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Job description

Shindigs is seeking an experienced, high-energy bartender for our busy restaurant and live-music venue in Riverside. You will craft cocktails, pour beers and wines, and deliver friendly service while maintaining speed during peak hours.

The role requires staying organized, communicating well with staff, and ensuring guest satisfaction at all times. The ideal candidate has 2+ years of bartending experience, strong knowledge of drinks, and a willingness to handle opening/closing duties and