Bartender

About The Bartolotta Restaurants

The Bartolotta Restaurants is a nationally recognized restaurant and catering organization co-founded by restaurateur Joe Bartolotta and his brother, two-time James Beard Award-winning Chef Paul Bartolotta. Since 1993, the company has grown to become the premier culinary brand in the Greater Milwaukee region, offering first-class service and cuisine across a portfolio of 18 one-of-a-kind restaurants and catering facilities. Through Care-a-lotta, a charitable program, the company supports numerous nonprofit organizations throughout Milwaukee.

What We're Looking For

We look for people who have what we call a "hospitality heart," characterized by a commitment to providing excellence, a passion for taking care of our guests, and a “can-do” attitude. We're a family-run business, and we consider our team members part of The Bartolotta Restaurants family.

Job Purpose

The Bartender will prepare and serve alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages to patrons, oversee the stock of liquor and bar supplies, and collect money for drinks served.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• Receive orders from patrons or waitstaff.
• Prepare and serve liquor, mixed drinks, wine, beer, and nonalcoholic drinks as ordered.
• Ensures that fruit and other garnishes are prepared ahead of the opening of the bar.
• Maintain bar spaces and keep them clean and organized.
• Attractively display glasses, liquor, and other bar items so it's pleasing for guests to look at.
• Collect payments from guests for drinks prepared and served.
• Ensure that customers are of legal drinking age by checking photo IDs.
• Utilize proper judgment and discretion, when necessary, refuse service to patrons who are intoxicated or disruptive.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualification Requirements

• Extensive knowledge of drink preparation and service.
• Exceptional interpersonal, oral, and presentation skills with focus on serving customers.
• Ability to work in fast-paced, changing environment.
• Ability to remain calm when dealing with unruly and argumentative patrons.
• Ability to learn Point of Sales systems and software.

Education And Experience Requirements

• Completion of mixology, barkeeping, or other related training required.
• At least one year of related experience preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently required to stand, walk, use hands and fingers to handle and feel, and reach with hands and arms.
• Occasionally required to bend, kneel, crouch, climb stairs, and reach overhead.
• Ability to complete orders quickly and accurately.
• Must be able to lift at least 15 pounds at a time.
• Must be at least 18 years or older to serve alcoholic drinks.

Benefits

• Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision Insurance (Full Time Only)
• Company-Paid Life Insurance (Full Time Only)
• Supplemental Life Insurance (Full Time Only)
• Company-Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability (Full Time Only)
• Supplemental Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Supplemental Hospital Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• LegalShield and IDShield Protection
• Pet Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Complimentary Workday Family Meal
• Dining Discounts at Bartolotta Fine Dining Locations
• Discounted Discovery World Passes
• Discounted Fiserv Forum Tickets

In addition to these benefits, you will have the opportunity to work alongside world-class mentors who provide hands-on training and development opportunities to support your career growth.