Lead Bartender

Hilton Milwaukee; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meal

Room discounts

Discounts at Marcus properties

Free parking

Movie theater coupons

Career growth potential

Job summary

Hilton Milwaukee is seeking a Monarch Lounge Lead Bartender to deliver elevated beverage service with strong mixology in a 1920s art-deco styled lounge. The role emphasizes high standards, knowledge of wine, spirits, and beer, and a commitment to guest satisfaction.

You will set up the bar, stock inventory, handle POS transactions, and ensure compliance with liquor regulations while contributing to a premium hospitality experience.

Qualifications

• Two years of bartending or bar service experience in a fine dining/outlet.
• Able to work weekend nights.
• Excellent communication skills and familiarity with hospitality.
• High knowledge of wine, spirits, and beer; able to recite vintages and regions.

Responsibilities

• Set up and stock the bar daily with beer, wine, spirits, and bar supplies.
• Maintain fresh garnishes, juices, and perishables for quality.
• Greet guests, take orders, mix and present drinks using standard recipes.
• Serve food at the bar and assist at tables when needed.
• Manage POS, cash transactions, and guest checks.
• Adhere to all liquor regulations and health standards.

Skills

Bartending experience

Strong communication

Wine knowledge

Cash handling

Job description

Are you passionate about hospitality and ready to grow your career at Hilton Milwaukee’s Monarch Lounge? Located in the lobby, the Monarch Lounge has anupscale,1920s art-deco feel that offers guests a comfortable place to relax, socialize, eat and enjoy craft cocktails, wine, and local beer. We are seeking a dedicated Monarch Lounge Lead Bartender to deliver exceptional Food and Beverage service and showcase strong mixology skills in an elevated lounge setting.

There's no better time to join us as the Hilton Milwaukee just completed a $40 million renovation. This extensive transformation elevated our guest rooms, event spaces, and grand lobby to reflect a new era of modern elegance. Connected to the newly expanded Baird Center, the Hilton Milwaukee is not only the city's largest hotel but also a historic gem. If you're passionate about Hospitality and ready to make a lasting impact, we invite you to become part of our team.

What will you be doing:

• Set up and stock the bar daily, including beer, wine, spirits, paper products, straws, stirrers, condiments, and produce.
• Maintain stock, cut, and store fresh garnishes, juices, and perishables to ensure quality.
• Greet guests, take food and drink orders, mix, garnish, and present drinks using standard recipes andportioncontrol.
• Serve food at the bar and take tables when needed
• Understand food anddrinkmenu, wine list, ingredients, preparation, and service.
• Efficiently use POS and manage bar inventory.
• Handle cash transactions, verify charges, and process guest checks.
• Perform general cleaning tasks using standard products to meet health standards andmaintainglassware.
• Must adhere to all State, Federal, andcorporateliquor regulationspertaining toserving alcoholic beverages to minors and intoxicated guests to ensure all laws are being followed.
• Other duties as assigned such asassistingsecurity with disorderly guests and acting as a server when guests want to be served in the bar area.

What we are looking for:

• At least two years ofbartending or bar service experience in a fine dining outlet.
• Must be available to work weekend nights.
• Excellent communication skills and familiarity with the hospitality industry.
• Must havea high levelof knowledge of wine, spirits, and beer. Must be able to recite vintages, regions, and multiple levels of liquor.
• Ability to obtain any governmentrequiredlicense or certificate.Bartendingcertificaterequired.TIPS certificationis required.
• Basic math skills for cash register operations, makingchange, totaling checks, and understandingportionsizes.
• Proficient in English for guest communication and order taking; basic writing skills for requisitions, balance sheets, and vouchers.
• Manual dexterity for garnishes, handlingglasswareand bottles, scooping ice, mixing drinks, and retrieving stock.

What’s in it for you:

• A free, well-balanced meal every shift
• Room discounts at Marcus Hotels & Resorts and Hilton-branded properties
• Discounts at Marcus Hotels & Resorts restaurants, cafes, lounges, golfing, skiing, and spa
• Free parking
• “Two for one” movie theater coupons at Marcus Theatres
• Ability to grow your career and transfer from one property to another whilemaintainingyour service with the company
• Early wage access
• Paid time off
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (offered after30 daysof employment), company-paid life insurance, employeeassistanceprogram offer, and 401k with employer match
• And more!

Job Type: Full Time, Hourly, Union

Shift Available: Varies (including nights, weekends and holidays)

Pay Rate: $19.03

About Us:

A division of The Marcus Corporation, Marcus Hotels & Resorts has a rich 60-year history of operational and service excellence. We are “People Pleasing People” who strive daily to create extraordinary experiences for guests and associates alike. Focused on expanding our U.S.-based portfolio of 15 hotels and resorts, our properties are known for their unique character and style.

Note: This document describes the general nature and level of workrequired ofpeople in the job. It is not intended to be an all-encompassing list of responsibilities, duties, and skills.

The Hilton Milwaukee is an equal opportunity employer.