The Wilds Golf Club - Bartender

Thompson Golf Group; Prior Lake (MN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee meal discounts

Staff golf privileges

Advancement opportunities

Certification reimbursement

Job summary

The Wilds Golf Course in Minnesota seeks a professional, friendly bartender to support our renovated restaurant and on-site banquet events. This role serves lunch and dinner shifts and provides full bar service for weddings, corporate events, and private functions.

Responsibilities include crafting cocktails, beer, and wine, setting up and breaking down bar stations, handling cash and POS, coordinating with kitchen and service staff, and maintaining a clean, welcoming bar area in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• 1+ year bartending experience preferred.
• Banquet or high-volume service experience a plus.
• Certified in Responsible Alcohol Service (e.g., TIPS, ServSafe Alcohol) and food handler as required by local regulations.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; guest-service oriented.
• Ability to work flexible shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 30–50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests courteously and take/serve drink orders during lunch, dinner, and banquets.
• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages per recipes and standards.
• Set up, break down, and run bar stations for daily service and banquets; restock as needed.
• Maintain accurate cash handling and process transactions via POS; close tabs and reconcile receipts.
• Monitor guest alcohol consumption and follow responsible service policies.

Skills

Bartending experience

Banquet/high-volume service

POS systems

Responsible alcohol service

Wine/beer knowledge

Guest service

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Summary:

The Wilds Golf Course seeks a professional, friendly bartender to support our newly renovated restaurant and on-site banquet events. This role serves lunch and dinner shifts and provides full bar service for weddings, corporate events, and private functions. The ideal candidate delivers excellent guest service, mixes consistent cocktails, manages bar operations, and helps maintain a clean, welcoming environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Greet guests courteously, take and serve drink orders promptly during lunch, dinner, and banquet events.
• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, craft cocktails, beer, and wine according to established recipes and presentation standards.
• Set up, break down, and run bar stations for daily service and banquets (including portable/bar-back stations as needed); ensure timely refill of supplies during events.
• Maintain accurate cash handling and process transactions using POS systems; close out tabs and reconcile receipts.
• Monitor guest alcohol consumption and follow responsible service policies (carding, refusing service when necessary).
• Assist with inventory control: receive deliveries, rotate stock, count/track inventory, and communicate restocking needs to management.
• Collaborate with kitchen and service staff to ensure smooth food and beverage flow during busy periods.
• Keep bar, storage, and glassware areas clean and organized; follow health, sanitation, and safety guidelines.
• Prepare garnishes, syrups, mixers, and proper glassware for service and banquets.
• Support pre-event planning: help set bar layouts, select service levels (cash/ticket/open bar), and coordinate staffing needs with banquet/event manager.
• Assist in training new bar staff and support cross-training for servers when required.

Qualifications:

• 1+ year bartending experience preferred; experience in banquet or high-volume banquet/restaurant environments a plus.
• Knowledge of classic and contemporary cocktails, wine, and beer; ability to learn house specialty drinks for our renovated concept.
• Familiarity with POS systems and basic cash handling.
• Responsible Alcohol Service certification (e.g., TIPS, ServSafe Alcohol) and food handler certificate as required by local regulations.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; guest-service oriented.
• Ability to work flexible shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays; availability for event-based scheduling.
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 30–50 lbs, and perform repetitive tasks.

Preferred:

• Previous experience at a golf course, country club, or banquet facility.
• Basic knowledge of wine pairings and mixology.

Working Conditions:

• Fast-paced restaurant and event environment in a renovated facility that may require setup/tear-down for banquets.
• Uniform/dress code to be provided by management.
• Reports to Food & Beverage Manager.

Compensation & Benefits (example — adjust as needed):

• Competitive hourly rate plus tips; potential for banquet service premiums.
• Employee meal discounts, staff golf privileges, and opportunities for advancement.
• Training and certification reimbursement as available.

Benefits

Thompson Golf Group owns and manages courses throughout Arizona, Minnesota & Texas. We are proud to have a wide range of benefits and perks available to our employees. Some benefits include:

Full Time (35 hrs+ per week) may be eligible for:

• Medical(Aetna)/Dental(DeltaDental)/Vision(EyeMed) Coverage
• Employee/Spouse/Child Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, and Accident Insurance
• HSA option
• 401(k) with company match after 1 year of employment
• Paid Vacation and Holiday Pay for 7 holidays.

All Team Members:

• Golf Benefits, Meal and Merchandise discount at each Thompson Golf Club course
• Team Member Referral Program and more!
• Paid Sick Time

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Philosophy

Thompson Golf Group and its management companies are committed to workforce diversity, fostering equity, and advancing a culture of inclusion. We know that bringing diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives together drives innovation that helps us to solve today’s business and social challenges. A diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment respects the unique characteristics, skills, and experiences of all employees. As a company, it is our responsibility to provide a workplace free of discrimination, harassment, bullying, retaliation, and inappropriate conduct.

TGG Values – Check them out, they’re DOPE

Do the right thing - Think of others & be trustworthy

Own it - Take pride in what we do & be personally responsible

Passion for progress - Improving always in all ways & People pursuing growth

Embracing the experience - Insist on having fun & being present