High-Energy Bartenders for Entertainment Bar & Events

LexLive; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

LexLive in Downtown Lexington is hiring friendly, energetic bartenders to join our fast-paced entertainment venue. You will craft cocktails, stock the bar, and provide outstanding guest service during sports, movies, bowling, and events.

Bring knowledge of cocktails and spirits, strong math skills for cash handling, and a guest-first attitude. This role requires evenings, weekends, and special events availability at our vibrant Lexington location.

Qualifications

• Previous bartending experience in a restaurant, bar, or hospitality environment.
• Working knowledge of cocktails, mixed drinks, beer, wine, and spirits.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Friendly, outgoing personality with a guest-first attitude.
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a high-volume environment.
• Basic math skills and experience handling cash and electronic payments.
• Dependable, punctual, and able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Must be at least 20 years old, consistent with Kentucky bartending age requirements.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve cocktails, beer, wine, and other beverages accurately.
• Follow established recipes, portion controls, and presentation standards.
• Provide friendly, attentive, and engaging service to every guest.
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of cocktails, spirits, bourbon, beer, wine, and featured beverages.
• Make recommendations and use suggestive selling to enhance the guest experience and increase sales.
• Handle multiple guest orders while maintaining speed, accuracy, and quality.
• Complete opening, closing, cleaning, and restocking responsibilities.
• Maintain clean, organized, and properly stocked bar stations.
• Monitor product levels and communicate replenishment needs to management.
• Follow proper product rotation, storage, and inventory procedures.
• Minimize waste through accurate pouring, proper handling, and responsible product usage.
• Accurately process guest transactions using the POS system and follow all cash-handling procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards throughout the bar and service areas.
• Verify guest identification and follow all applicable alcohol service laws and regulations.
• Recognize signs of intoxication and practice responsible alcohol service.
• Follow company policies, food safety standards, and health department requirements.
• Support fellow team members during busy shifts and special events.

Skills

Bartending

Cocktails knowledge

Customer service

Multitasking

Cash handling

Team player

Tools

POS systems

Job description

LexLive in Downtown Lexington is hiring friendly, energetic bartenders to join our fast-paced entertainment venue. You will craft cocktails, stock the bar, and provide outstanding guest service during sports, movies, bowling, and events.

Bring knowledge of cocktails and spirits, strong math skills for cash handling, and a guest-first attitude. This role requires evenings, weekends, and special events availability at our vibrant Lexington location.