Lead Bartender: Cowboys Club (Private Members Club)

Lead Bartender Department: Food and Beverage FLSA Status: Hourly/Non-Exempt Essential Duties and Responsibilities Lead and supervise the bartending team to ensure consistent service excellence and adherence to all operational standards. Assist with training and mentoring bartenders to foster skill development and cohesive team environment. Create and maintain a seasonal cocktail menu, ensuring alignment with club culture and member preferences. Oversee inventory management, including ordering and stock rotation, to maintain cost controls and minimize waste. Ensure bar cleanliness, organization, and compliance with all health and safety regulations. Provide an engaging and hospitable atmosphere for members, offering expert knowledge on cocktails, spirits, beer and wine. Uphold all standards for the proper service of alcohol as set forth by Legends Hospitality and TABC regulations. Perform other related duties, tasks and responsibilities as required. Qualifications Knowledge, Skills and Ability Exceptional customer service skills with the ability to create memorable experiences for club members. Advanced knowledge of cocktail techniques, flavor balancing, and innovative mixology trends. Deep understanding of spirits, beer, and wine, including production processes and proper service techniques. Strong leadership and team-building skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate others. Excellent organizational and multitasking skills to handle high-pressure situations effectively. Proficiency in POS systems and basic computer software, including Microsoft Word and Excel. Flexibility to adapt to changing business needs, schedules, and member expectations. Required Qualifications Minimum 4 years of bartending experience, including at least 1 year in a leadership role. Current TABC and Food Handler's certifications. Proven experience in menu development and crafting signature cocktails. Must be able to work extended hours due to business requirements including late nights, weekends and holidays. Extensive knowledge of wines, spirits, and beverages, including production processes, regions, and tasting notes. Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to multi-task and prioritize in a deadline-oriented environment Strong commitment to delivering a high level of customer and client service with demonstrated initiative, leadership, and management skills Customer service oriented with the ability to interact with all levels of management Must be able to work in a team environment High level of attention to detail and organization Strong leadership skills Preferred Qualifications Bilingual in Spanish Previous experience in a fine dining restaurant or membership-based establishment. Working Conditions Location: On Site Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. NOTE: The essential responsibilities of this position are described under the headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Also, this document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Legends & ASM Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor. #J-18808-Ljbffr AgHires