Lead Bartender - Job Description

Summary : The Lead Bartender is primarily responsible for the ideation and execution of our over-the-top cocktail menu. This position is also responsible for assisting guests and coworkers at the bar accurately, politely, and enthusiastically.

The expected split of duties is 80% bartending and 20% cocktail program. This position requires weekend closes, holidays, and evening availability.

The position reports to the Broad Leaf General Manager. Intended open days are Thursday-Sunday.

Responsibilities and Duties :

• Creating and coordinating the cocktail program including making kegged cocktails, ideation of the cocktail program, writing SOPs for all menu items, and ensuring bartending staff are adhering to them
• Ensure guests have a great experience and are excited to come back for more
• Manage and facilitate events
• Ensure that the entryway, inside spaces, bathrooms, and outdoor spaces are clean and safe
• Utilize the servant leadership approach to energize and connect with staff and to ensure their feeling of being a valued member of the team
• Assist in orientation and training of new employees
• Pre-shifts with staff to set the day up for success
• Maintain clear communication to provide consistent expectations and SOPs for all staff
• Help determine the need for continuous education for staff
• Successfully perform office duties
• Responsible for closing the pub down, accurately cashing out staff, putting together money drops for the bank, locking up, setting alarms, etc.
• Keep POS updated and accurate and ensure all staff are fully trained on its proper use
• Take inventory weekly of draft, retail cans, retail liquor, kegged cocktails, cider, wine, and hand-pour spirits to ensure no lapse in product availability
• Order beverage items each week as needed and verify invoices to ensure the cost of products brought in and products sold are accurate, communicate any errors or updates with accounting
• Properly rotate stock using the first in first out system
• Stay connected with the production team to understand and promote upcoming releases
• Coordinate with the Digital Brand Manager as needed for social media posts and promotions

Job Requirements :

• Ability to come to work excited every day and ready to rock
• Ability to handle and address conflict immediately and effectively
• A good understanding of the brewing process
• Passion for all things Broad Leaf - unique beer and spirits, exceptional service & experience, and sustainability
• Understanding of Broad Leaf's history, policies, and procedures
• A passion for continuous improvement and learning
• Proficient in Google Sheets and docs
• Cicerone Certified Beer Server certificate preferred
• 1 year of management experience
• Position requires prolonged standing, bending, stooping, twisting, lifting products and supplies weighing 40 pounds, and repetitive hand and wrist motion

Preferred Personal Characteristics :

• Strong work ethic with the ability to multitask, prioritize, and adapt to changing situations
• Detail oriented
• Driven to go above and beyond
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Dedication to teamwork
• Friendly demeanor

Compensation :

• $7 / hour tips while bartending
• $20-22 / hour while performing backroom and office duties (based on experience)

This position offers the following benefits :

• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Company discounts and perks
• Healthcare plan : Medical, Dental & Vision
• Short and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, and AD&D
• Retirement planning
• 16 paid hours for volunteer work in the community

About One Beer at a Time :

One Beer at a Time is the parent company of Brewery Vivant and Broad Leaf Brewery Spirits. Both brands brew high-quality craft beer, operate from-scratch kitchens and provide spirits and more to satiate all appetites.

We are a Certified B Corporation which means that we do our best to have a positive impact on the people we work & interact with and with the world around us.

This can be seen in everything from our charitable giving goals to our benefits package. We opened Brewery Vivant in 2010 on Cherry Street in the East Hills neighborhood with a focus on traditional European beers and a mix of local favorites and French countryside menu items.

Broad Leaf Brewery Spirits opened in 2019 at the corner of 29th Street and Lake Eastbrook Blvd in Kentwood with a focus on modern American styles of beers, unique spirits and street food.

Last updated : 2024-05-20