NOW HIRING: BARTENDERS

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 | Downtown Lexington, KY

Great Drinks. Great Energy. Great Experiences.

Love making great drinks, meeting new people, and working in an environment where there's always something happening? LexLive wants YOU behind the bar!

LexLive isn't your average restaurant or bar. We're downtown Lexington's ultimate entertainment destination, featuring luxury movie theatres, bowling, arcade games, full-service dining, multiple bars, and exciting special events—all under one roof! We're looking for energetic, personable, and experienced Bartenders who know how to deliver outstanding guest service while keeping the drinks flowing and the good times rolling. If you're passionate about hospitality, enjoy working with people, and thrive in a fun, fast-paced atmosphere, we want to meet you!

What You'll Do

Mix, Pour & Serve

• Prepare and serve cocktails, beer, wine, and other beverages accurately, consistently, and efficiently.
• 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.

Create An Amazing Guest Experience

• Welcome guests with a positive attitude and an outgoing personality.
• Build relationships with guests and help create an atmosphere that keeps them coming back.
• Stay calm, organized, and professional during high-volume business periods.
• Work with servers, barbacks, kitchen staff, and management to ensure smooth service.
• Assist with beverage service during sporting events, private parties, corporate gatherings, and special promotions.
• Address guest questions or concerns professionally and involve management when appropriate.

Keep the Bar Running Smoothly

• 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.

Safety, Responsibility & Teamwork

• 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.
• Help maintain a safe, welcoming, and enjoyable environment for guests and employees.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Previous bartending experience in a restaurant, bar, or comparable 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a high-volume restaurant, sports bar, or entertainment venue.
• Strong bourbon and craft cocktail knowledge.
• Experience with POS systems and bar inventory procedures.
• Familiarity with responsible alcohol service practices and applicable certifications.
• Experience serving guests during large events, parties, or entertainment activities.

What Makes LexLive Different?

At LexLive, bartending is about more than pouring drinks—it's about being part of the entertainment! One shift might bring a packed house cheering on the Kentucky Wildcats, while another features a corporate event, a busy movie premiere, or a night of bowling and arcade fun. With multiple bars, a full-service restaurant, and a wide variety of entertainment experiences, LexLive offers an exciting workplace where your personality, service skills, and creativity can shine.

Ready to Join the Fun?

If you can make a great cocktail, handle a busy bar, and deliver service that keeps guests coming back, we want to hear from you!

LexLive 301 South Broadway Lexington, KY 40508 www.LexLive.com

LexLive is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive workplace.