Bartender (Part-Time)

Bartender Position at The Sutter Club

The Sutter Club was founded in 1889 and is the second-oldest private club in the state of California. The Club moved to its present location at 1220 9th Street in 1930, and continues to thrive as private social club one block from the State Capitol. We provide a sophisticated, inviting gathering place for Members, their families and guests to enjoy comradery, honored traditions, fine cuisine and unrivaled service.

The Sutter Club is hiring part-time Bartenders to work at our various events during the 2025 holiday season, including Thanksgiving, Christmas parties and weddings. Morning, afternoon and evening shifts are available on weekdays and for the occasional weekend event. Ideal candidates for this position would have experience working as a bartender for private events, have exceptional customer service skills, and be a team player.

Reports to: Director of Operations

Supervises: No supervisory duties are included in this position.

Education and/or Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• The ability to read, write and execute basic math skills.
• At least one year of bartending experience.
• Excellent customer service skills are required.

Job Knowledge, Core Competencies and Expectations:

• Stocks bar and completes other pre-opening requirements.
• Prepares and serves alcoholic beverages according to standard recipes.
• Skilled at slowing and refusing alcoholic beverage service when necessary.
• Complies with basic safety and sanitation requirements.
• Good organizational skills.
• Knowledge of POS systems and able to enter orders accurately and take payment.
• Able to read and understand Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) to prepare for the day's events.
• Able to work large or small events with minimal supervision and in a team environment.
• Cleans bar and completes other pre-closing requirements, including side work.
• Ensures that all state and local laws and Sutter Club policies and procedures for the service of alcoholic beverages are consistently followed.

Job Summary (Essential Functions): Prepare, pour and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. Requires knowledge of all aspects of mixology including food and wine pairings and wine presentation and service.

Job Tasks/Duties:

• Inspects the bar prior to opening to ensure that adequate supplies are available.
• Requests additional supplies as necessary and stocks the bar.
• Follows set-up procedures.
• Prepares garnishes, fruits, mixes, and pre-mixed drinks prior to opening bar.
• Greets Members and guests and provides excellent customer service.
• Mixes, prepares, and serves drinks to Members and guests at the bar in addition to those ordered by servers according to approved standard recipes.
• Collects checks and payments for drinks served.
• Reports complaints to management as they occur.
• Maintains and cleans bar area and equipment.
• Maintains records of liquors, beers and wine to ensure bar stock is maintained at all times.
• Cleans and locks the bar area according to prescribed closing procedures.
• Ensures that all food items are correctly stored, labeled, dated, and rotated to prevent any health or safety hazards from occurring, and takes precautions against possible spoilage.
• Attends staff meetings including pre-shift (line-up) meetings and training as required.
• Carefully follows all laws and Club policies regarding alcoholic beverage service and informs management if continued service to a Member or guest is in question.
• Serves drinks to Members and guests seated in the Tap Room and runs drinks to assist restaurant servers if available.
• Continually practices beverage and revenue control procedures.

Requirements:

Licenses and Special Requirements:

• Must possess Food Handlers certification AND Responsible Beverage Service certification, or must be obtained before first work shift.
• Must be of legal age (21) to be a bartender in the state of California.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Required to stand for long periods and walk, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, stretch and twist or reach.
• Push, pull or lift up to 50 pounds.
• Continuous repetitive motions.
• Work in hot, humid, and noisy environment.

Benefits:

The Sutter Club's Banquet Servers are represented by UNITE HERE Local 49. Therefore, our employees working at least 80 hours per calendar month qualify for the rich benefits package that is available upon completion of a 90-day probationary period. Some of the benefits that are offered to our employees include:

• Employer paid Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance for the employer and minimal premiums for spouse and/or dependents
• Pension
• Voluntary Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability
• Company-provided uniforms
• 7 Paid Holidays
• Up to 40 hours of vacation accrued within the first 12 months of employment
• Sick Leave in addition to state-mandated sick leave

The Sutter Club is a drug-free workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability (mental/physical), sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or reproductive health decision-making. We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with the Fair Chance Act of 2018.