Opening Bartender: Curated Cocktails & Hospitality

Charlotte's; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Charlotte's on Magazine Street in New Orleans is seeking experienced bartenders to join our opening team. Ideal candidates are welcoming, knowledgeable about cocktails, wine, and spirits, and capable of balancing attentive hospitality with efficient, consistent service.

The role requires enjoying a fast-paced environment, strong teamwork, and a positive attitude. Training emphasizes food safety, responsible service, and a polished appearance.

Qualifications

• Previous bartending experience in a full-service restaurant or high-volume bar.
• Strong knowledge of classic cocktails, spirits, wine, and beer.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Friendly, outgoing personality with a genuine interest in hospitality.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask and stay composed in a fast-paced environment.
• Dependable, punctual, and team-oriented.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to obtain/maintain food safety and responsible alcohol service certifications.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Provide friendly, attentive service to guests at the bar.
• Prepare and serve cocktails, wine, beer, and other beverages.
• Maintain knowledge of menus to answer questions and make recommendations.
• Assist guests with beverage and menu selections; explain daily specials.
• Take and enter orders; communicate allergies and requests.
• Keep bar stocked, clean, and organized.
• Monitor seating, guest needs, and ticket times for timely service.
• Follow recipes, measurements, and portioning for consistency.
• Assist with inventory and waste minimization.
• Process guest payments via POS system.
• Complete opening/closing duties and bar setup/breakdown.
• Collaborate with servers, hosts, kitchen, and management.

Skills

Bartending exp.

Cocktail knowledge

Communication skills

Teamwork

Multitasking

Reliability

Evening availability

Food safety certs

Job description

Charlotte's on Magazine Street in New Orleans is seeking experienced bartenders to join our opening team. Ideal candidates are welcoming, knowledgeable about cocktails, wine, and spirits, and capable of balancing attentive hospitality with efficient, consistent service.

The role requires enjoying a fast-paced environment, strong teamwork, and a positive attitude. Training emphasizes food safety, responsible service, and a polished appearance.