Bartender - Blockhead Beerworks La Porte

We’re Expanding — And You Could Be Part of It

Blockhead Beerworks is opening our second location in the heart of downtown La Porte, and we’re looking for standout Bartenders to help us bring the bar to life.

You’ll train at our original Valparaiso location and be part of the opening crew that sets the tone in La Porte.

Heads-up: Ideally, you're local to La Porte and cool with the Valpo commute during training.

What We’re All About

Blockhead is bold Asian + American flavors, house-brewed beer, craft cocktails, mocktails, and a vibe that hits different.

Our bar isn’t an afterthought, it’s a centerpiece.

We brew. We shake. We stir. We pour.

And we make guests feel like regulars on their first visit.

What It’s Like to Work Here

Fast-paced. High-energy. Team-first.

We’re part of the Tomato Bar family, which means:

• Tight-knit crews

• No ego energy

• Support from leadership

• A culture built on hustle and respect

Yes, it gets busy.

Yes, the tickets stack up.

Yes, it’s electric when it’s humming.

Who We’re Looking For

You vibe with:

• Craft beer knowledge (or eagerness to learn it)
• Clean builds and consistent pours
• Moving with urgency
• Taking care of guests like they’re sitting in your living room
• Jumping in to help your team

If you love the rhythm of a busy bar and the satisfaction of a perfectly executed round, you’ll fit right in.

Perks & Pay

Competitive hourly + tips (earnings vary based on experience and performance)

✨ 75% company-paid health, dental & vision to full-time team members

✨ Health Savings Account eligible health plans with company matching

✨ Paid Time Off (PTO) to ALL team members

✨ Sick time to full-time members

✨ 401(k) benefits w/ company matching

✨ Industry-leading parental leave benefits

✨ Flexible team culture built on trust and mutual respect

If you’re looking for a bar job that feels like a career move, not just another shift, Blockhead La Porte is calling.

The Role

Bartenders at Blockhead aren’t just pouring drinks, you’re setting the tone.

You’ll craft cocktails, serve our beers, guide guests through the menu, and create the kind of experience that makes people come back on a Tuesday just because.

This is not a lone-wolf bar. We run like a squad. Servers, kitchen, and bar work together to win.

What You’ll Actually Do

• Prepare cocktails, beer, wine, and non-alcoholic drinks to spec

• Maintain clean, organized bar setup

• Manage bar guests with energy and hospitality

• Communicate clearly with servers and kitchen

• Monitor guest intoxication levels responsibly

• Keep accurate tabs and handle payments smoothly

• Restock and prep bar for service

• Maintain spirits, beer, and wine knowledge

• Complete assigned side work at end of shift

What Makes This Job Different

We do team hustle.

Everyone helps run food. Everyone helps clear. Everyone supports the guest experience.

That shared effort creates:

✔ Better shifts

✔ Stronger friendships

✔ Bigger nights

✔ A better overall vibe

You own your bar, but you’re never alone.

✅ What You’ll Need

• Indiana Alcohol Serving Permit (or ready to get it)

• Bartending experience preferred

• Strong communication skills

• Ability to multitask under pressure

• Cash handling & POS familiarity

• A hospitality-first mindset

• Calm energy when it’s slammed

• A team-player attitude (no egos here)

Bonus Traits

• You love craft beer

• You care about consistent builds

• You’re fast but never sloppy

• You like building relationships with regulars

• You want to grow into bar leadership someday

Blockhead provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national