Job Description
Job Description
Job Description
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Company parties
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Employee discounts
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Job Summary
We are seeking a creative, charismatic, and highly skilled
Bartender / Mixologist to join our founding team. As a key player in our new downtown venue, you won’t just be pouring drinks—you will be crafting memorable sensory experiences for our guests. The ideal candidate possesses a deep knowledge of classic and contemporary cocktails, spirits, flavor profiles, and modern mixology techniques, combined with an infectious energy and a dedication to top-tier hospitality.
Key Responsibilities - Craft & Innovation: Prepare and serve a diverse menu of high-quality craft cocktails, mocktails, and classic drinks accurately, efficiently, and beautifully.
- Guest Experience: Welcome guests warmly, engage them in conversation, guide them through our curated beverage menu, and make personalized recommendations based on flavor preferences.
- Bar Operations: Maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked bar workstation. Assist with opening and closing procedures, including inventory counts, restocking ice/garnishes, and prepping house-made batches, syrups or infusions.
- Safety & Compliance: Adhere strictly to all local and state alcohol serving regulations, verify guest identification to ensure legal drinking age, and manage guest alcohol consumption responsibly.
- Team Collaboration: Work seamlessly with floor staff, kitchen team members, and management to ensure smooth service and an outstanding overall guest experience.
What We Are Looking For - Experience: Minimum of 2–3 years of high-volume bartending or dedicated mixology experience, preferably in an upscale, craft cocktail lounge, or energetic downtown environment.
- Knowledge: Deep understanding of spirits, wine, craft beer, garnishing techniques, and flavor pairing principles.
- Skills: Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to stay calm, organized, and positive under pressure during high-volume shifts.
- Certification: Active state/local alcohol server certification (e.g., TABC, TIPS, ServSafe Alcohol, or equivalent) is required prior to start date.
- Availability: Flexible schedule, including availability to work late nights and weekends.
What We Offer - Competitive Earning Potential: Excellent base hourly pay plus robust tip volume.
- Creative Input: Opportunities to contribute ideas directly to our seasonal cocktail menus and drink specials.
- Positive Culture: A supportive, collaborative, and inclusive team environment where your creativity is celebrated.
- Perks: Medical, Dental and Vision opportunities as well as 401K matching. Employee discounts.
If you are ready to bring your passion and craft to a growing downtown Maryville, we want to hear from you!
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Local area, Flexible hours, Shift work, Night shift, Weekend work