Lead Bartender: Drive Service Excellence & Team Performance

Salt Wood Kitchen and Oysterette; California (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Salt Wood Kitchen and Oysterette is seeking a Lead Bartender to supervise daily beverage operations, ensure drink quality, guest satisfaction and adherence to service standards. You will lead a team to deliver consistent hospitality experiences.

You will train bartenders, manage inventory, uphold sanitation and safety, and collaborate with front-of-house teams to create memorable guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of experience in supervisory role in a restaurant or banquet setting, coupled with food service background at the server level.
• Knowledge of bar service and liquor inventory controls.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily beverage operations and guest service standards.
• Prepare and serve drinks and food orders.
• Interview, train and coach associates scheduled for shifts.
• Ensure sanitation and safety standards are followed.
• Monitor guest satisfaction and strive to improve service in outlets.
• Manage par levels and inventories of beverage supplies.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Bar service knowledge

Job description

Salt Wood Kitchen and Oysterette is seeking a Lead Bartender to supervise daily beverage operations, ensure drink quality, guest satisfaction and adherence to service standards. You will lead a team to deliver consistent hospitality experiences.

You will train bartenders, manage inventory, uphold sanitation and safety, and collaborate with front-of-house teams to create memorable guest experiences.