Craft Bartender | Wine & Bourbon Focus

Job Description

Job Description

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced craft bartender who is confident in high volume environments while maintaining elevated service standards. The ideal candidate can make guests feel welcomed immediately, move efficiently under pressure, recommend wines and spirits comfortably, and contribute to the overall atmosphere and energy of the restaurant.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare cocktails with consistency, speed, and attention to detail
• Guide guests through wine, bourbon, and cocktail selections
• Maintain a polished, clean, organized bar environment
• Deliver elevated hospitality and guest engagement
• Work collaboratively with servers and kitchen staff
• Assist with wine tastings, events, and specialty programming when needed
• Handle busy service periods with professionalism and composure

Qualifications:

• Bartending experience required
• Craft cocktail experience preferred
• Wine and bourbon knowledge strongly preferred
• Strong communication and people skills
• Ability to multitask in a fast paced environment
• Professional appearance and positive attitude
• Weekend and evening availability required

Compensation:

• Competitive hourly pay plus tips
• High earning potential
• Growth opportunities within an expanding hospitality brand

Company Description

Honey and Hooch is an upscale restaurant and wine bar in Great Bridge, Chesapeake, known for elevated small plates, handcrafted cocktails, curated wines, premium bourbon, and a warm, sophisticated atmosphere.

We are building a team of hospitality professionals who genuinely enjoy creating memorable guest experiences. Our environment is polished but relaxed, fast paced but guest focused, and centered around hospitality rather than simply serving food and drinks.

As we continue expanding our wine clubs, curated dinners, tastings, and specialty events, we are looking for bartenders who can bring both personality and professionalism behind the bar.

We are not a cookie cutter chain and we are not looking for cookie cutter employees. We value professionalism, emotional intelligence, attention to detail, initiative, and people who take pride in creating memorable experiences.

Our team culture matters deeply. We believe guests can feel the difference between a restaurant that simply serves food and one that is intentionally built around hospitality.

Company Description

Honey and Hooch is an upscale restaurant and wine bar in Great Bridge, Chesapeake, known for elevated small plates, handcrafted cocktails, curated wines, premium bourbon, and a warm, sophisticated atmosphere.\n\nWe are building a team of hospitality professionals who genuinely enjoy creating memorable guest experiences. Our environment is polished but relaxed, fast paced but guest focused, and centered around hospitality rather than simply serving food and drinks.\n\nAs we continue expanding our wine clubs, curated dinners, tastings, and specialty events, we are looking for bartenders who can bring both personality and professionalism behind the bar.\n\nWe are not a cookie cutter chain and we are not looking for cookie cutter employees. We value professionalism, emotional intelligence, attention to detail, initiative, and people who take pride in creating memorable experiences.\n\nOur team culture matters deeply. We believe guests can feel the difference between a restaurant that simply serves food and one that is intentionally built around hospitality.