Top 13 Lead bartender Jobs in Seattle Wa

Lead Bartender
Molainín Distilling —Seattle, WA
- From $23 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Bar
- Mid-level
- Mentoring
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
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Club Lounge Bartender
The Renaissance Seattle Hotel —Seattle, WA
- $24.10 an hour
- Overtime
- Bar
- Hotel
- Restaurant
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
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FOH Shift Lead - Bartender
Coffee Business Operations LLC —Seattle, WA
- $21.30 - $23.30 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Bar
- Mid-level
- Ability to climb stairs
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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Server
Kedai Makan —Seattle, WA
- $23.50 - $30.50 an hour
- Part-time
- Bar
- In-person
- Restaurant
- Opportunities for advancement
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Bartender
Bamboo Sushi - Kirkland —Kirkland, WA
- Up to $42 an hour
- Full-time
- Bar
- Mid-level
- 4 years
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
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Bartender
Lotte Hotel Americas —Seattle, WA
- $21.30 an hour
- Overtime
- Bar
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
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Assistant General Manager
The Loyal —Tacoma, WA
- $34 - $38 an hour
- Overtime
- Bar
- Mid-level
- Fair chance
- Paid training
- Paid parental leave
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Restaurant Manager
Restaurants —Bellevue, WA
- $20 - $25 an hour
- Full-time
- Cooking
- Mid-level
- Continuous improvement
- Flexible schedule
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Supervisor
D&L Jones Inc —Lynnwood, WA
- From $16.66 an hour
- Part-time
- Sales
- Fast casual restaurant
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Opportunities for advancement

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Lead Bartender

Molainín Distilling
Seattle, WA

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Job Details

Part-time | Full-time
From $23 an hour
5 days ago

Benefits

Employee discount
Flexible schedule

Qualifications

MAST Permit
Bar supply ordering
Mentoring
Vendor relationship management
Mixology
Cocktail experience
Leadership
Negotiation

Full Job Description

About Molainín

(MOH-lah-neen), Irish for little hill, is a craft distillery and cocktail bar. We proudly represent Seattle's Greenwood neighborhood. Our community is core to who we are and we strive to create an environment that leaves people inspired through our offerings and atmosphere. We're a small, tight-knit operation and the bar is the heart of everything we do. We're looking for a Lead Bartender who brings genuine craft, creative ambition, and the professional maturity to help run the operation.

About the Role

We're looking for someone with serious bar experience who can own the craft cocktail program, contribute meaningfully to quarterly menu design, manage our distributor relationships, and keep the operation running smoothly. You'll work closely with ownership and take on real responsibility across the bar program including creative, operational, and logistical strategy and execution.

Our service runs Wednesday–Thursday 4–10pm, Friday–Saturday 2pm–Midnight, and Sunday Noon–8pm. Shift lengths average 4-8 hours. A late-night menu runs Fri–Sat from 10pm to close. Availability across these windows is required.

Core Responsibilities

Bar & Service

Own the bar during your shifts: craft cocktails, spirit-forward builds, and an exceptional guest experience from first drink to last
Execute cocktail recipes with precision and consistency; adapt to guest preferences with confidence
Speak fluently about Molainín's house spirits, the distillery’s process, and the story behind the bottle
Guide guests through bottle sales and facilitate private tastings of our spirits
Manage the late-night bar program on Fri–Sat with the same standard as full service

Cocktail Menu Design

Lead the development of Molainín's quarterly cocktail menu including concept, recipe development, testing, costing, and final documentation
Bring a point of view: seasonal ingredients, technique-forward builds, and pairings that complement our small bites and bottle program
Balance creativity with operability. Menus should be executable under pressure and consistent across staff
Document all recipes, specs, and prep SOPs for new menu items
Collaborate with ownership on naming, narrative, and menu layout

Menu Design & Printing

Assist with physical cocktail and food menu design including layout, formatting, and coordinating with print vendors
Manage print timelines to ensure menus are ready at each quarterly transition
Maintain a primary document of current and archived menu versions

Ordering, Stocking & Distributor Management

Own the ordering cycle for spirits, mixers, garnishes, and bar supplies, track par levels and place orders proactively
Manage relationships with distributor reps: schedule appointments, review portfolios, and negotiate allocations
Receive and verify deliveries; ensure accuracy against invoices and flag discrepancies
Maintain a well-organized, well-stocked bar and back bar at all times
Identify new products, limited releases, and seasonal additions that align with the Molainín aesthetic

Scheduling & Operations

Coordinate the bartender schedule — build weekly schedules, manage shift coverage, and communicate changes clearly
Serve as a reliable point of contact for the team on operational questions during service
Maintain clean, stocked restrooms throughout and at the end of service
Complete opening and/or closing duties as assigned

What We're Looking For

3+ years behind a craft cocktail bar with evidence you can build, spec, and sell a drink without thinking twice
Experience contributing to or leading cocktail menu development
Comfortable with the operational side: ordering, par management, and distributor relationships
Strong palate and genuine enthusiasm for spirits, especially whiskey, gin, and vodka
Familiarity with Molainín's house spirits is a plus; willingness to learn them deeply is a must
Able to lead a team and hold a standard without micromanaging
Organized and proactive. You flag problems before they become service issues
Private event experience is a bonus
Experience with scheduling or shift coordination is a strong plus
MAST-certified (or ability to obtain before start date)
Availability Wednesday through Sunday evenings; weekend availability required

Nice to Have

Experience at a distillery, spirits brand, or cocktail-forward bar program
Background in menu layout, print production, or brand design
Knowledge of the Seattle bar scene and local distributor landscape
Experience managing or mentoring junior bar staff

Compensation & Details

The Role

· Part Time and Full Time positions available.

· Wed–Sun evenings; Fri–Sat late nights

· Reports to ownership

The Package

· $23.00-$25.00/hour + tips, DOE

· Staff discounts on spirits, cocktails & bottles

· Creative ownership of the bar program

Pay: From $23.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits:

Employee discount
Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person

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