Bartender

Description Why This Role Matters The Bartender is responsible for preparing and serving beverages while creating a welcoming and engaging guest experience. This role plays a key part in maintaining smooth bar operations, ensuring compliance with alcohol service laws, and supporting the overall success of the restaurant. What You'll Do Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipes and guest preferencesProvide excellent guest service by fostering a friendly, professional, and welcoming atmosphereMaintain cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of the bar and surrounding areasFollow all state, local, and company guidelines for responsible alcohol service and guest safetyRestock, rotate, and maintain bar inventory, ensuring accuracy and freshness of productsHandle cash, credit card, and POS transactions accurately and responsiblyAssist with opening and closing duties, including setup, breakdown, and side workSupport team members in ensuring smooth front-of-house operationsDemonstrate and uphold all TRAPCHK core values of teamwork, respect, accountability, professionalism, communication, honesty, and kindness What's In It For You Competitive pay ($17.13/hr. + tips)Medical insurance – 80% employer paid after 60 days (with qualifying hours)401(k) with company match (eligible after 1 year of service)Voluntary dental and vision coverageEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Paid sick leave (per WA state/local laws)Employee meal discountsOpportunities for advancement within a growing restaurant groupSupportive, team-oriented culture Requirements What You Bring to the Table Previous experience as a bartender or in a related role preferredStrong knowledge of mixology, drink recipes, and bar equipmentAbility to multitask and work efficiently in a high-volume, fast-paced environmentExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsMust be at least 21 years of ageValid Washington State MAST (Mixologist/Alcohol Server Training) Permit required prior to first day of workHigh school diploma or equivalent preferred Physical Demands & Work Environment Regularly required to stand, walk, and reach throughout the shiftFrequently lift and carry up to 25 lbs.; occasionally up to 50 lbs. with or without assistanceWork performed in a bar and restaurant environment with exposure to alcohol, cleaning chemicals, hot/cold surfaces, and moderate noise levelsUse of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including non-slip footwear, is required Compliance & Equal Opportunity This role is classified as non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Employees in this role are entitled to overtime pay for hours worked over 40 in a workweek (or applicable state law standard). Trapper's Sushi is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.