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Lead Bartender

Kautilya Management / Fairfield Inn / Townplace...
East Hartford, CT Full Time
POSTED ON 4/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/16/2026

Job Summary
We are seeking an energetic and experienced Lead Bartender to elevate our beverage service and create memorable experiences for our guests. As a key leader behind the bar, you will oversee daily operations, mentor team members, and ensure exceptional customer service in a fast-paced, lively environment. Your expertise in food and beverage preparation, POS systems, and hospitality standards will drive the success of our bar team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to showcase your leadership skills while delivering top-tier service in a vibrant setting.

Duties

  • Lead and motivate the bartending team to deliver outstanding service, ensuring all guests feel welcomed and valued
  • Oversee daily bar operations, including inventory management, restocking supplies, and maintaining cleanliness standards
  • Prepare and serve a variety of beverages with precision, including cocktails, spirits, beers, and non-alcoholic options
  • Utilize POS systems such as Toast to process orders accurately and efficiently
  • Manage cash handling, cashiering duties, and basic math calculations for transactions and sales reporting
  • Enforce food safety standards and proper food handling procedures during serving and preparation
  • Train team members on customer service excellence, beverage recipes, POS usage, and responsible alcohol service
  • Coordinate with kitchen staff for catering events, banquets, or nightclub service to ensure seamless delivery of food and drinks
  • Maintain compliance with health regulations and safety protocols at all times
  • Support sales initiatives by upselling beverages and promoting specials to maximize revenue

Experience

  • Proven experience as a bartender with a strong background in fine dining or nightclub environments
  • Demonstrated leadership skills with previous experience supervising or leading a bar team
  • Familiarity with POS systems such as Toast is highly preferred
  • Extensive knowledge of food safety practices, alcohol laws, and responsible serving policies
  • Experience in catering or banquet settings is a plus for managing large groups or events
  • Strong time management skills to handle busy shifts efficiently while maintaining quality service
  • Excellent customer service skills with the ability to engage diverse clientele in a lively atmosphere
  • Basic math skills for cash handling, retail math calculations, and sales tracking
  • Knowledge of brewing techniques or hospitality industry standards is advantageous

Join us as a Lead Bartender where your passion for mixology meets your leadership talents! Bring your energy, expertise, and enthusiasm to create an unforgettable experience for every guest while advancing your career in a dynamic hospitality environment.

Pay: $22.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Employee discount
  • Flexible schedule
  • Referral program

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22 - $28

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