Lead Bartender

Key Responsibilities

• Provide warm, professional service to members and guests in the clubhouse bar, dining areas, and club events
• Prepare and serve cocktails, beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages with consistency and efficiency
• Learn member preferences and maintain a hospitality-first approach to service
• Support club events, golf tournaments, and private functions

Bar Operations

• Maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked bar
• Ensure proper glassware, garnish preparation, and bar setup before service
• Absorb and communicate restocking needs
• Assist in opening and closing procedures
• Monitor bar inventory and communicate restocking needs

Lead Bartender Responsibilities

• Assist management with weekly beverage inventory counts and ordering support
• Help maintain pour standards and beverage cost controls
• Support development of cocktail features and seasonal drink menus
• Aid in training new bartenders and servers on bar service standards
• Act as a shift leader when management is not present, helping coordinate service and support the team
• Ensure bar presentation, cleanliness, and organization meet club standards at all times
• Support beverage execution for club events, banquets, and tournaments

Compliance & Safety

• Follow all Nevada alcohol service regulations
• Verify proper ID for alcohol service
• Maintain responsible alcohol service standards
• Ensure bar areas meet health and safety standards

Qualifications

• 3+ years bartending experience (high-volume bar, restaurant, resort, or private club preferred)
• Strong knowledge of cocktails, beer, and wine service
• Ability to work efficiently during busy service periods and events
• Strong communication and hospitality skills
• Experience with POS systems and beverage inventory preferred
• Must meet Nevada alcohol service requirements

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Pay: $20.00 per hour
• Tip Pool Participation
• Event Gratuity Participation
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits (for full-time employees)
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) eligibility
• Employee meals during shifts
• Club employee privileges (per club policy)