Bartender

Job Description

Job Description

Screaming Tuna is an award-winning Sushi & Asian Bistro known for our inventive cocktails, sustainably sourced sushi, and one-of-a-kind dining experiences. With a flagship location on the Milwaukee Riverwalk and a second home inside the Mequon Public Market, we bring energy, creativity, and precision to every plate and every pour. As Wisconsin’s first and only Monterey Bay Aquarium Seafood Watch partner , we proudly serve responsibly sourced seafood and fresh, handcrafted food and drinks.

We’re looking for a Bartender who brings the same level of passion and precision to the bar as our chefs bring to the kitchen. If you’ve got hospitality in your blood, know your way around a shaker and a sake list, and can sling drinks with speed and style—we want you on Team Tuna.

As a Bartender , you’ll create memorable guest experiences from behind the bar—serving thoughtfully crafted cocktails, beer, wine, sake, and spirits, all while bringing great energy and genuine hospitality to every shift. This is a fast-paced, guest-facing role that requires both precision and personality.

• Craft and serve cocktails, wine, sake, and beer to guests and servers with speed and accuracy

• Engage guests with a warm, professional, and energetic attitude

• Guide guests through the drink menu and make pairing suggestions with food

• Maintain a clean and well-organized bar, including restocking, prep, and breakdown

• Monitor alcohol consumption and follow all laws, policies, and responsible service guidelines

• Support hosts and servers with takeout orders or service bar tickets

• Handle payments and bar tabs accurately and efficiently

• Assist with bar inventory and restocking as needed

• 1–2 years of bartending experience in a fast-paced, high-volume restaurant or bar

• Strong knowledge of classic and modern cocktails, beer, wine, and spirits

• A love of hospitality and ability to engage with all types of guests

• Clean, organized work habits and great communication skills

• Ability to multitask under pressure while staying cool and collected

• Sake and Asian-spirit knowledge is a plus—but not required (we’ll teach you!)

• Must be 18+ with valid bartending license/permit (if required by law)

• Evening and weekend availability required

• Competitive hourly pay + great tips

• Free staff meals during shifts

• Employee discounts at both locations

• Flexible scheduling with a fun, supportive team

• Opportunities to grow into lead bartender or FOH leadership roles

• A bar program you can be proud of, including premium sake, local beers, fresh cocktails, and stunning views