Lead Bartender
Lead Bartender
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced, polished, and highly skilled Lead Bartender to oversee bar operations and deliver an exceptional beverage experience in our fine dining environment. The ideal candidate is a passionate bartender with experienced mixology skills and a commitment to elevated guest service. This role combines hands-on bartending with management responsibilities, ensuring the bar program is consistently executed to the highest standard.
Key Responsibilities
- Featured Cocktail Creation. Collaborate with management and culinary teams to create seasonal cocktail menus and pairings.
- Provide warm, attentive, and knowledgeable service to guests seated at the bar and in the dining room.
- Maintain an in-depth understanding of spirits, wine, beer, and mixology techniques.
- Educate guests on beverage selections and offer thoughtful recommendations.
- Lead daily bar operations, including setup, shift management, and closing procedures.
- Train, mentor, and guide bartenders and bar support staff.
- Ensure all beverages follow recipes, portion standards, and presentation guidelines.
- Assist in overseeing bar inventory, ordering, and product rotation to minimize waste.
- Build and maintain vendor relationships, source premium spirits and specialty ingredients.
- Maintain a clean and organized bar environment in line with health and safety standards.
- Qualifications
- 3+ years bartending experience
- Experience in upscale or fine dining environments preferred.
- Strong knowledge of classic cocktails, craft techniques, wine, and spirits.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and multitasking abilities.
- Ability to maintain grace under pressure in a high-volume, high-standard setting.
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