Tabor Hill Lounge Bartender

Moersch Hospitality Group; Buchanan Township (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A hospitality company in Buchanan Township seeks a Vineyard Lounge Bartender to create exceptional guest experiences through wine education and retail sales. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in hospitality or bartending, excellent customer service skills, and a passion for wine. Responsibilities include welcoming guests, leading tastings, maintaining the bar, and assisting with wine purchases. Flexible availability is required, with compensation based on experience.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in hospitality, bartending, retail, or tasting rooms.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Preferred: POS experience; Passion for wine and guest education.

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests and provide warm, professional service.
• Lead wine tastings and explain flavor profiles, regions, and production methods.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bar and tasting areas.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bar, glassware, and tasting areas.
• Assist customers with wine purchases, gifts, and special orders.
• Operate POS system and accurately process transactions.
• Restock wine inventory, retail shelves, and bar supplies.
• Promote wine club memberships, special events, and current promotions.
• Assist with setup and breakdown of events and private tastings.

Skills

Customer service

Wine knowledge

Communication

Detail-oriented

Team-oriented

Tools

Point-of-sale (POS) system

Job description

About The Role

The Vineyard Lounge Bartender plays a key role in creating an exceptional guest experience. This position combines hospitality, wine education, and retail sales. The ideal candidate is friendly, knowledgeable, and passionate about wine, with a strong desire to connect with guests and guide them through memorable tasting experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Welcome guests and provide warm, professional service
• Lead wine tastings and explain flavor profiles, regions, and production methods
• Pour wine tastings and by-the-glass service following responsible alcohol service guidelines
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bar, glassware, and tasting areas
• Assist customers with wine purchases, gifts, and special orders
• Operate POS system and accurately process transactions
• Restock wine inventory, retail shelves, and bar supplies
• Promote wine club memberships, special events, and current promotions
• Assist with setup and breakdown of events and private tastings

Wine Knowledge & Education

• Maintain knowledge of wine varietals, regions, and tasting techniques
• Participate in training and ongoing wine education opportunities
• Communicate wine stories in an engaging and approachable manner

Qualifications

Required:

• Previous experience in hospitality, bartending, retail, or tasting rooms
• Excellent customer service and communication skills

Preferred:

• Point-of-sale (POS) experience
• Passion for wine and guest education

Personal Attributes

• Friendly, outgoing, and professional demeanor
• Team-oriented and dependable
• Detail-oriented and organized
• Comfortable engaging with diverse guests and group sizes

Schedule & Compensation

• Flexible availability including weekends, evenings, and special events
• Compensation based on experience; tips and incentives may be available