Bistro Server/Bartender - Part Time!

Part-Time BartendersMilwaukee Repertory Theater, a LORT theater located in the heart of Wisconsin's largest metropolitan area, is currently seeking applicants for part-time Bartenders for the 2026/27 Season. If you are responsible, efficient and a team player, this is the job for you! This position is available for immediate hiring. Interested applicants should apply promptly according to the directions below.Position Summary:Bartenders are responsible for mixing and serving alcoholic beverages, serving non-alcoholic beverages and selling food items to guests as well as creating a friendly and memorable experience for guests by providing excellent customer service and increasing sales by promoting special drinks and menu items.Other major duties and responsibilities include:Mixes ingredients such as liquor, soda etc. to prepare cocktails and other drinks according to established recipesServes wine, beer and food to guests in a timely and professional mannerCollects payments (credit cards or cash) for items served following established accounting procedures for all transactionsMonitors inventory of beverages to ensure adequate stock is maintained and properly rotatedMaintains knowledge of bar equipment and provides preventive maintenance upkeepObserves and respond to guests' needs to ensure a positive customer service experience and handles any guest complaint or issue respectfully and gracefullyMaintains thorough knowledge of food, wine, alcohol and non-alcoholic beverage menusChecks identification of customers in order to verify age requirements for purchase of alcoholFollows alcohol awareness procedures for preventing intoxication of guests and/or handling intoxicated guestsPrepares drinks properly and verifies correct pricingAssists servers in developing their bar knowledge (proper glassware, correct garnish, etc.).Possesses proficient knowledge of liquors, spirits, wine, and beerPrepares an extensive variety of different drinksMaintains professional knowledge on new and revised beverage recipesCleans and sanitizes workplace according to company procedures to ensure compliance with health regulationsPerforms all duties and responsibilities in a timely and effective mannerMaintains a favorable working relationship with all other company employees and vendorsWorks as part of a collective team and upholds the standards of the organization at all timesDresses neatly and well-groomed in alignment with the company approved dress codeWashes bar glasswareBartends in other venues as neededRequirements:Qualifications:One year of experience in a high-volume operationMust be 21 years of age or olderAbility to acquire bartender's license within 30 days of employmentHigh school diploma (or GED)Demonstrated cash handling skillsKnowledge of drink recipes and preparation of cocktailsAbility to operate POS system to perform all necessary transactions, knowledge of Toast POS system preferredAbility to read menus to sight-impaired guestsAbility to work service well and serve patrons in a timely mannerAbility to hear guest orders amongst loud background noiseAbility to stand for up to 6 hours at a time and lift up to 50 lbs., unassistedThis position requires frequent bending and stoopingMust be available for weeknight and evening workAbility to pass a background check in accordance with state and/or Federal lawsAbility to provide proof of fully vaccinated status before first day of work