Lead Bartender

About the role

Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants is looking for a bright, confident and free-spirited Lead Bartender to help lead the bar team at its Hotel Indigo properties. The role combines hands-on service with supporting the beverage program, keeping the venue organized and welcoming guests back.

Key responsibilities

• Liaise with the bar team and managers for smooth venue operations.
• Support the beverage manager in creating the cocktail menu, new activations and the overall beverage program.
• Support management in training and auditing bar staff on restaurant standards and maintaining consistency.
• Add the Beverage Manager with stock, orders and inventory as needed.
• Coordinate opening, closing and cleaning procedures with the venue manager.
• Greet guests, serve food and drinks promptly, and fill orders for servers.
• Pour drinks to specification, process orders accurately in the POS system, and notify a manager of intoxicated or rude guests.
• Maintain ice bins, clean trash cans, change kegs, stock beer and wine coolers, and clean shelving, stainless steel, mixers, cups, blenders and soda guns.
• Follow uniform and grooming specifications, communicate cooperatively with support crew and management, and unpack deliveries to stock the bar.

Required profile

• 3 years of bartending experience at a luxury restaurant or bar; prior lead bartender experience is a plus.
• At least 2 years of experience in a Forbes 5-star or luxury-standard environment.
• Passion for crafting and personalizing guest experiences.
• Excellent wine and spirits knowledge, and strong communication and presentation skills.
• Knowledge of credit card and cash handling, accurate tip-out sheets and bill calculations.
• Food Handler and Alcohol Serving certifications (if applicable).
• Flexible schedule, able to work evenings, weekends and holidays when needed.