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Lead Bartender

Buffalo Chophouse
Buffalo, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 4/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/5/2026

Job Summary

Buffalo Chophouse is looking for a full-time lead bartender to maintain and enhance their bar program. The ideal candidate will have multiple years of experience managing a bar program in a fine dining setting. Primary responsibilities will include:

- Executing dinner service including drink preparation, guest relations, food service, and service bar;

- Supervising a team of bartenders, providing ongoing education on customer service, food preparation, and bartending techniques;

- Develop and maintain beverage menus, including signature cocktails, rotating wine specials, and seasonal offerings;

- Ensure compliance with state liquor laws as well as health and safety regulations;

- Daily, weekly, and monthly inventory;

- Restock bar with required products after each shift (must be able to routinely lift up to 50 pounds);

- Over see all cash handling, including nightly tip reconciliation with service and support staff;

- Maintain a clean work place in compliance with health and safety regulations;

- Report to and assist restaurant management with any necessary tasks required to create functioning and profitable bar program.

Candidates must have a thorough knowledge of wine, beer and liquor products, as well as a strong knowledge of classic and modern drink recipes and bartending techniques. Please submit resumes to the link provided. Buffalo Chophouse will reach out to any qualified candidates.

DO NOT CALL THE RESTAURANT REGARDING THE STATUS OF YOUR RESUME.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $40.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Salary : $40

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