Licensed Event Bartender - Private Events

Goodman-Community-Center; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Goodman Community Center in Madison, Wisconsin, is seeking a licensed bartender to provide exceptional beverage service for private events. The role involves preparing alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, working within Wisconsin laws, and ensuring guest safety during service.

The position is part-time with flexible hours, requiring knowledge of beer, wine, and spirits, and prior bartending experience, especially for banquets. A City Operator’s License is required or willingness to obtain one.

Qualifications

• Must hold Madison City Operator’s License or be willing to obtain one.
• Excellent customer service and professional demeanor.
• Knowledge of beer, wine, and spirits; familiar with standard drink recipes.
• Experience bartending, preferably for banquet events.
• Basic math skills and money handling experience.

Responsibilities

• Enforce all applicable Wisconsin Alcohol Beverage Laws.
• Ensure responsible alcohol service by adhering to minors’ service laws.
• Assist with minimizing disturbances and maintaining safety of customers and the community.
• Support the Event Coordinator to ensure safe alcohol beverage service and storage.
• Assist Lead Bartender with inventory and bar setup before events.
• Work with catering staff to maintain an effective atmosphere and efficient service.
• Break down service area, clean up, and store any remaining liquor.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Bartending

Money handling

Beer, wine, spirits knowledge

Job description

Goodman Community Center in Madison, Wisconsin, is seeking a licensed bartender to provide exceptional beverage service for private events. The role involves preparing alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, working within Wisconsin laws, and ensuring guest safety during service.

The position is part-time with flexible hours, requiring knowledge of beer, wine, and spirits, and prior bartending experience, especially for banquets. A City Operator’s License is required or willingness to obtain one.