Lead Bartender

Department: Restaurant and Events

Company: The Goodstone Inn & Restaurant

Reports To: Restaurant Manager and Event Manager

Bartenders play a crucial role in delivering the exceptional guest experience that is central to Goodstone's mission. This dual role supports Events and the Restaurant, providing beverage service across weddings, private functions, and the daily dining experience ed on extensive knowledge of menu and beverage options, bartenders prepare and serve beverages for bar, lounge, restaurants, and event guests according to established recipes and presentation guidelines.

• Have a working knowledge of wine, wine presentation, and food pairing.
• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non‑alcoholic beverages according to established recipes and presentation standards.
• Provide beverage service for event guests and restaurant diners, adjusting style and pace to match the setting.
• Total and present checks, maintain the bar top and back bar area clean and organized.
• Follow all sanitation, food handling, and liquor laws and regulations.
• Partner with servers, banquet staff, and other team members to ensure every guest receives exceptional service and hospitality.
• Monitor inventory levels, restock supplies, and notify management of any shortages.

• Employee discounts
• Free uniforms
• Training & development
• Wellness resources

• Two or more years as a bartender, with extensive knowledge of alcoholic beverages, cocktails, and wine.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must have an understanding of state and local liquor laws.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Hospitality experience: 2+ years.

This position does not have direct supervisory responsibilities.

• Must be able to work both indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Must maintain all cleaning equipment and materials in a safe, sanitary condition.

The role requires speaking and hearing regularly, standing for long periods, walking, climbing stairs comfortably, handling objects, and reaching with hands and arms. The employee may occasionally lift items up to 50 pounds.

Please note that this job description is not intended to be a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Duties, obligations, and activities are subject to change at any time, with or without notice.

Goodstone Inn & Restaurant is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Goodstone Inn & Restaurant is a drug‑free workplace. Pre‑employment and ongoing drug and alcohol screenings may be required.