Lead Bartender: Beverage Guru & Team Coach

Cherry Valley Hotel; Woburn (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Matadora in Massachusetts, Woburn, seeks a Lead Bartender to manage shifts, train staff, and uphold beverage quality and guest experience. You will lead by example, coordinate bar operations, and work closely with restaurant management to ensure smooth service.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of bartending, leadership or supervisory experience, and strong knowledge of cocktails and service standards. The role is on-site with evening/weekend availability required.

Qualifications

• Previous bartending experience required.
• Previous lead, training, or supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of cocktails, spirits, wine, beer, and responsible alcohol service.
• Strong communication, organization, and guest-service skills.
• Ability to remain professional and composed in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
• Ability to coach and support fellow team members while maintaining positive working relationships.
• Dependable attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and other shifts based on business needs.
• Ability to perform the physical duties normally associated with restaurant bar operations.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the lead bartender on assigned shifts and help establish a professional, organized working environment.
• Lead by example in guest engagement, beverage preparation, cleanliness, teamwork, and service standards.
• Ensure the bar is completely set up and prepared before service.
• Monitor bar operations throughout the shift and communicate operational concerns to restaurant management.
• Help coordinate workflow during high-volume periods to maintain timely beverage service.
• Assist the restaurant leadership team with opening and closing standards.

Skills

Bartending

Leadership

Training

Supervisory experience

Guest service

Communication

Organization

Job description

Matadora in Massachusetts, Woburn, seeks a Lead Bartender to manage shifts, train staff, and uphold beverage quality and guest experience. You will lead by example, coordinate bar operations, and work closely with restaurant management to ensure smooth service.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of bartending, leadership or supervisory experience, and strong knowledge of cocktails and service standards. The role is on-site with evening/weekend availability required.