Bartender at Oh London
2 years ago
Creve Coeur
Job Description Bartender with exceptional skills Required: The Bartender is responsible for preparing and serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, taking care of bar guests, supporting dining-room beverage service, maintaining a clean and organized bar, and helping drive sales through hospitality, speed, product knowledge, and professionalism. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys a fast-paced restaurant environment, knows how to connect with guests, and takes pride in creating consistent cocktails, strong service, and a positive bar atmosphere. Key Responsibilities • Prepare and serve cocktails, beer, wine, spirits, mocktails, and other beverages according to Oh London standards., • Greet guests warmly and provide attentive, professional service at the bar., • Take food and beverage orders accurately using the POS system., • Make thoughtful recommendations and upsell cocktails, wine, appetizers, desserts, specials, and event-night offerings., • Maintain strong knowledge of the menu, bar offerings, specials, events, brunch items, and private dining options., • Ensure all guests are served responsibly and in compliance with alcohol-service laws and company policies., • Check IDs and monitor guest consumption appropriately., • Maintain a clean, organized, stocked, and visually appealing bar area throughout the shift., • Complete opening, running, and closing side work., • Restock liquor, beer, wine, mixers, garnishes, glassware, napkins, straws, and other bar supplies., • Assist with inventory awareness and communicate low-stock items to management., • Support servers with drink orders for the dining room, private dining room, banquet hall, and event spaces., • Help create a welcoming atmosphere during live music, brunch, private events, and high-volume periods., • Handle cash, credit-card payments, tabs, and guest transactions accurately., • Follow health, sanitation, and safety standards at all times., • Work as part of the FOH team and support servers, hosts, managers, and BOH staff as needed., • Assist with bussing, resetting, cleaning, and general guest service during slower periods., • Represent Oh London professionally in front of guests at all times. Qualifications • Previous bartending experience preferred; high-volume restaurant, lounge, pub, or upscale casual experience is a plus., • Strong cocktail, beer, wine, and spirits knowledge preferred., • Ability to deliver warm, professional, and efficient guest service., • Must be dependable, punctual, and able to work scheduled shifts consistently., • Weekend availability required., • Brunch, event, and evening availability strongly preferred., • Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment., • Ability to multitask while maintaining accuracy and hospitality., • Strong communication skills and a positive team attitude., • Must be able to stand for long periods and lift up to 40 lbs as needed., • Must meet all legal requirements to serve alcohol in Missouri., • Food handler and responsible beverage service certification preferred, or willingness to obtain if required.\nCompany Description Oh London is a British pub-inspired restaurant, bar, lounge, and private event venue in Creve Coeur. We offer a mix of upscale dining, classic pub energy, craft cocktails, brunch, live music, private events, and group dining. We are looking for a professional, reliable, guest-focused Bartender who can help strengthen our bar program, improve guest experience, and create a welcoming environment for both regulars and first-time guests. Oh London is a British pub-inspired restaurant, bar, lounge, and private event venue in Creve Coeur. We offer a mix of upscale dining, classic pub energy, craft cocktails, brunch, live music, private events, and group dining.\n\nWe are looking for a professional, reliable, guest-focused Bartender who can help strengthen our bar program, improve guest experience, and create a welcoming environment for both regulars and first-time guests.