Beer-Tender

Beer Tender / Kitchen Team – Lost Dutchman Taproom (10–20 hrs/week)

Chico, CA $16.90/hr tips

The Lost Dutchman Taproom is looking for an enthusiastic, reliable, customer-loving Beer Tender to join our crew! If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, love craft beer, enjoy talking with people, and can juggle a bar towel, a tap handle, and a snack order all at once—we want to meet you.

About Us

We’re a fun, community-focused taproom with a big beer garden, tons of events, and a steady flow of friendly locals. From tap takeovers and trivia to bingo nights and beer-garden hangs, we’re all about great vibes, great beer, and great people.

What You’ll Do

This is a hybrid bartending kitchen support role. You’ll be:

• Pouring and serving craft beer (and knowing a thing or two about what’s on tap)
• Handling customer service like a champ
• Greet guests warmly upon arrival, providing friendly and attentive service throughout their visit
• Educate guests about different beer styles, brewing processes, and food pairings to enhance their experience
• Working our simple kitchen line (pretzels, garlic beer cheese, snacks, etc.)
• Running POS and handling transactions
• Manage cash handling responsibilities with precision, including cashiering and basic retail math calculations
• Bussing, cleaning, dishwashing, and keeping the space tidy
• Uphold all food safety regulations and proper food handling procedures during service
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bar area in compliance with food safety standards and food handling protocols
• Monitor inventory levels regularly, restocking supplies as needed to ensure smooth operations
• Restocking beer, lifting kegs, rotating inventory
• Working both inside and in the beer garden
• Supporting the team however needed to keep the taproom flowing and thriving

Who You Are

• 21
• A strong multitasker and clear communicator
• Friendly, upbeat, and genuinely customer-oriented
• A team player who also self-motivates
• Enthusiastic about craft beer (huge must!)
• Has service industry or customer service experience
• Excellent customer service skills with the ability to engage diverse guests confidently
• Beer experience preferred but not required—we can teach you!
• Strong communication skills to educate guests about products and promote sales effectively
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and special event days
• Comfortable lifting kegs and being on your feet for full shifts
• Ability to perform basic math accurately for cash handling, retail math, and sales transactions
• Excited to help the Lost Dutchman succeed and grow

Requirements

• Must obtain Food Handler’s and RBS certification (can do after hiring)
• Able to work 10–20 hours per week
• Open availability preferred (Taproom Hours: Tues–Sat 2–10pm, Sun 12–6pm)

Pay & Perks

• $16.90/hr tips
• Fun, supportive team
• Work in one of Chico’s friendliest, dog-loving, community-driven taprooms

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $16.90 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid training

Application Question(s):

• What is your experience with craft beer? If none, do you enjoy craft beer?

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17