Job Title: Bartender (Seasonal)
Department: Front of House
Location: 358 George Carter Rd, Becket, MA 01223
About The Commonwealth Exchange: The Commonwealth Exchange is a hospitality and food & beverage partner to cultural institutions, creative organizations, and mission-driven spaces. We design and operate elevated, adaptable dining and guest experiences that are deeply aligned with each partner’s audience, programming, and environment.
Our approach is grounded in the belief that thoughtful, high-quality food and beverage can meaningfully enhance the guest experience while also driving strong, sustainable business performance. We work closely with local farms and producers, build seasonally driven menus, and develop concepts that are both creatively distinct and operationally rigorous.
Job Description: Bartenders craft beverages and create a welcoming, engaging bar experience, handle all beverage orders, serve alcoholic/non-alcoholic beverages to guests according to location specifications, courteously and efficiently. Assist in the maintenance of the bar area and equipment. Maintain engaged and kind service standards.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Maintain complete knowledge of and comply with all departmental policies, service procedures and standards.
- Ensure that standards are maintained at a superior level on a daily basis.
- Prepare and serve cocktails, wine, champagne, beer, and non-alcoholic beverages with consistency, quality, and attention to detail.
- Use suggestive selling techniques to enhance guest experiences and beverage sales.
- Maintain complete knowledge of all menu items, prices, preparation method/time, major ingredients and quality standards of taste, appearance, texture, serving temperature, portion size, garnish and method of presentation.
- Adhere strictly to all state liquor laws, including service to minors and intoxicated guests.
- Anticipate guest needs, address complaints professionally, and maintain positive guest relations at all times.
- Ensure cleanliness, organization, and proper stock levels at the bar, including equipment, storage, and service areas.
- Execute opening, closing, and side duties according to departmental standards.
- Maintain knowledge of VIP guests, property services, local attractions, and POS/manual systems (Follow cash handling, payment, and credit policies/procedures accurately.)
- Exhibit a friendly, professional, and team-oriented demeanor at all times.
- All other duties as required.
Qualifications:
- 1+ years service experience preferred (high-volume preferred)
- TIPS certification preferred.
- Reliable and able to commit to full seasonal schedule, including weekends and holidays.
- Strong teamwork, communication, and guest service interaction skills.
- Knowledge of cocktail preparation, wine, beer, and champagne service.
The Commonwealth Exchange is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
Pay: From $13.00 per hour
Expected hours: 10.0 – 35.0 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid training
Work Location: In person
