Baltimore
Job Description About Us Nick's Fish House is a Baltimore favorite, known for serving up fresh seafood, regional specialties, and the best-steamed crabs in town. Located on the beautiful waterfront at the Baltimore Peninsula, we offer a lively and welcoming atmosphere where guests can enjoy everything from our famous crab cakes to signature cocktails like the Orange Crush. At Nick's, we take pride in creating exceptional dining experiences, and that starts with an incredible team. Whether you're serving guests on our spacious waterfront deck, crafting delicious dishes in the kitchen, or leading operations behind the scenes, every role is essential to our success. If you're passionate about hospitality, teamwork, and great food, we'd love to have you on board! Position Summary As a Bartender at Nick's Fish House, you are responsible for crafting high-quality beverages while providing exceptional service in a fun, upbeat, and fast-paced environment. You'll engage with guests at the bar, take and process food and drink orders, prepare cocktails to spec, and ensure the bar remains fully stocked, clean, and organized. You'll also support the service bar, fulfilling drink orders for the dining room while working collaboratively with the Front of House team. If you thrive in a high-energy atmosphere, love making great drinks, and enjoy creating memorable guest experiences, we'd love to have you behind the bar at Nick's! Team Service: A Culture of Collaboration At Nick's Fish House, teamwork isn't just encouraged-it's essential to who we are. Every guest's experience is a shared responsibility, and we work together to ensure outstanding hospitality at all times. Regardless of your role, you'll be part of a team-service approach, which means: • Supporting colleagues by assisting where needed to create a seamless guest experience., • Prioritizing communication and collaboration to keep operations running smoothly., • Taking initiative and stepping in to help teammates, knowing they'll do the same for you. Essential Duties & Responsibilities • Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages to guests according to Nick's recipes and presentation standards., • Take and process guest food and drink orders at the bar while fulfilling service bar tickets for dining room guests., • Engage with guests in a friendly, welcoming manner, ensuring they have a memorable experience., • Maintain a clean, stocked, and organized bar area, following health and safety guidelines., • Monitor alcohol consumption, verify guest IDs, and adhere to all state and federal liquor laws., • Ensure responsible alcohol service by recognizing and handling situations involving intoxicated guests appropriately., • Manage cash and credit transactions accurately, following Nick's payment policies., • Maintain inventory control, assist with liquor requisitions, and ensure proper stock levels., • Work as part of a team-service approach, collaborating with colleagues to maintain a stress-free and engaging work environment., • Minimum of 2 years of bartending experience in a high-volume restaurant or bar., • TIPS certification is a plus but not required., • Strong knowledge of beer, wine, spirits, and classic cocktail preparation., • A passion for hospitality and the ability to provide a welcoming and engaging bar experience., • Excellent communication and multitasking skills., • Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-energy environment while maintaining professionalism., • Experience handling cash, credit transactions, and POS systems., • Must be at least 21 years old, per state and federal alcohol service regulations., • Working as a Server at Nick's requires energy, agility, and endurance. Candidates must be able to:, • Stand and walk for extended periods (6-10 hours per shift)., • Lift and carry cases of beer, liquor, and supplies weighing up to 40 lbs., • Perform repetitive motions, including shaking, stirring, and pouring drinks., • Work in a fast-paced environment, often moving quickly behind the bar., • Unlimited earning potential as a tipped employee., • Flexible scheduling for work-life balance., • Hands-on training and mentorship to support your success., • Team-driven culture where your contributions matter., • Growth and advancement opportunities-we love promoting from within!, • Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees., • Employee discounts on meals and apparel. At Nick's Fish House, we celebrate diversity and inclusion in our team. We recruit and hire qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that our differences make us stronger, and we're committed to fostering a welcoming and respectful workplace for all. Ready to Join the Team? If you're passionate about hospitality, teamwork, and crafting great drinks, apply today! We can't wait to meet you. Disclaimer: This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed as circumstances change.