Restaurant/Bar Lead Bartender

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Youngstown Downtown, 44 E. At OTH Hotels Resorts, our team is our number one asset. We strive to create a safe, positive, uplifting work environment for all and a culture that ignites a long-term career passion for hospitality and service. Our shared purpose is to be the Heart of Hospitality in the lives of our team members, guests, owners, partners, and communities.

Property-based

Restaurant

Property, if applicable

Restaurant

Job Overview The Bartender is responsible for delivering exceptional beverage and food service to guests while maintaining a welcoming, efficient, and professional bar environment. This role includes preparing and serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, engaging with guests, managing bar inventory, and ensuring compliance with service and safety standards. The Bartender plays a key role in driving guest satisfaction through product knowledge, service excellence, and a strong focus on hospitality.

This position operates in a fast-paced, high-volume bar and restaurant environment requiring constant standing and continuous guest interaction. Work is performed primarily indoors behind the bar and in surrounding service areas with exposure to noise, uneven surfaces, cleaning chemicals, hot and cold items, and potentially slippery floor conditions. Success in this role requires strong multitasking ability, attention to detail, and in-depth knowledge of beverage service and mixology.

Bar Service & Guest Experience

Greet guests promptly upon arrival at the bar or restaurant

Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipes and standards

Provide table-side or bar service as needed, including food and beverage delivery

Engage with guests to provide a welcoming and high-quality experience

Maintain extensive knowledge of liquor, beer, wine, and cocktail recipes

Recommend beverages and utilize suggestive selling techniques to enhance guest experience

Ensure consistency and quality in all beverage preparation and presentation

Inventory & Bar Operations

Maintain par levels and assist with daily bar inventory and ordering

Perform scheduled inventory counts and report variances

Follow cash handling and bank procedures according to accounting guidelines

Maintain cleanliness and organization of all bar areas throughout shift

Ensure compliance with sanitation, safety, and alcohol service regulations

Handle glassware, bar tools, and equipment safely and responsibly

Assist with guest flow and greet guests entering the restaurant or bar

Support other food and beverage departments as needed

Collaborate with servers and kitchen staff to ensure smooth service

Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.

full-service bar experience strongly preferred.

Extensive knowledge of liquor, beer, wine, and mixology

Strong customer service skills with a friendly and professional demeanor

Ability to perform inventory and follow bar control procedures

Knowledge of cash handling and POS systems

Certifications: Alcohol service certification preferred (or required per local regulations).

Travel required: No travel required; Constant standing throughout entire shift behind the bar

Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties as necessary.

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