Bartender

Bartender Position at Puttery

Puttery is a modern entertainment destination that blends the energy of nightlife with the fun of tech-infused mini golf. Each location features immersive, themed courses, curated cocktails, and chef-inspired menus, creating an experience that's equal parts competitive and social. We're redefining how people connect by combining play, style, and hospitality into one unforgettable atmosphere. At Puttery, every visit is a reason to celebrate.

Job Purpose: The Bartender is responsible for greeting guests in the venue, taking orders, making suggestions to improve the guest experience, having a great understanding of food, beverage, and gaming options in the venue, and managing cash/financial transactions. This is achieved by maintaining a positive and inviting attitude, actively providing hospitality to all guests in the venue, and keeping a sustained knowledge on the food, beverage, and gaming offerings. In addition, the Bartender is expected to have a working knowledge of the venue Beverage Recipe Book. To meet this expectation, Bartenders should actively participate in training to understand liquors, beers, and wine, as well as other beverages offered in the venue.

Responsibilities:

• Greet guests promptly, provide exceptional hospitality, and create a welcoming atmosphere.
• Accurately take food and beverage orders and make recommendations based on guest preferences.
• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to company recipes, presentation standards, and responsible alcohol service guidelines.
• Maintain working knowledge of the venue Beverage Recipe Book, menu offerings, promotions, and gaming experiences.
• Process cash, credit card, and other financial transactions accurately.
• Prepare fruits, garnishes, syrups, mixers, and other bar ingredients for current and upcoming shifts.
• Perform daily date checks and ensure proper rotation, labeling, storage, and disposal of perishable products in accordance with food safety standards.
• Stock, restock, and organize liquor, beer, wine, mixers, glassware, and bar supplies throughout the shift.
• Monitor inventory levels and communicate product shortages or quality concerns to management.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of bars, service stations, coolers, storage areas, and workspaces.
• Follow all local, state, and company alcohol service regulations, including age verification procedures.
• Assist with opening, shift change, and closing duties, including cleaning, stocking, reconciliation, and preparation for the next business day.
• Support venue operations by assisting servers, food runners, and other team members as business needs require.
• Maintain safety, sanitation, and health standards in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Work scheduled shifts and additional hours as business demands require.
• Follow direction from management and contribute positively to a team-oriented environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Craft cocktail experience preferred
• Familiarity with restaurant standards and hospitality
• Working knowledge of current and popular bar and cocktail trends
• Good communication skills, and experience working with staff on all levels.
• Current alcohol service certification (where required by state or local law) or ability to obtain certification upon hire.
• High School diploma or equivalent

Working Conditions:

• Fast-paced, high-energy bar and entertainment environment
• Frequent standing, walking, and moving for extended periods throughout shifts
• Work includes evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by business levels
• Indoor and outdoor work environments with varying temperatures and noise levels
• Regular lifting and carrying of items up to 30 lbs., with occasional exertion up to 50 lbs.
• Constant interaction with bartenders, servers, and guests in busy service settings
• Requires focus, adaptability, and teamwork under pressure

Puttery is committed to equal opportunity in the workplace, preventing discrimination and harassment, including sexual misconduct, based on legally protected diversity characteristics (such as race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family status, citizenship, genetic information and veteran status) in its application and hiring processes and in its employment decisions. Additionally, Puttery takes action to prevent retaliation and to create a respectful, equitable and inclusive environment for everyone.