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Lead Bartender

TPG Hotels & Resorts

Job Location:

Allentown, GA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer

Posted: 28 August 2026 (6 days ago)

Application Deadline: 25 November 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Overview

The Lead Bartender is a key member of the restaurant and hotel leadership team responsible for delivering exceptional guest experiences while overseeing the daily operations of the bar. This role combines expert mixology outstanding hospitality and operational leadership to ensure the bar operates efficiently profitably and in accordance with company addition to preparing and serving exceptional beverages the Lead Bartender leads by example through inventory management purchasing team development coaching and ensuring compliance with company policies procedures and responsible alcohol service standards.

What Youll Be Doing

Leadership & Team Development

Lead by example by delivering exceptional hospitality and maintaining the highest standards of service.
Supervise coach mentor and develop bartenders and bar support team members.
Assist with hiring onboarding and training new team members.
Provide ongoing coaching and performance feedback to promote employee growth and accountability.
Foster a positive collaborative and professional team culture.
Partner with restaurant and hotel leadership to achieve operational and financial goals.
Serve as the leadership presence during bar service resolving issues and supporting the team as needed.

Beverage Preparation & Service

Skillfully prepare and serve a wide range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages including cocktails beer wine and specialty drinks while adhering to established recipes portion standards and presentation guidelines.
Maintain extensive knowledge of the beverage menu ingredients flavor profiles and food pairings to confidently recommend selections based on guest preferences.
Ensure all beverages are visually appealing and consistently presented using appropriate glassware and garnishes.
Create an engaging welcoming atmosphere by interacting with guests anticipating their needs and delivering memorable hospitality.

Bar Operations

Prepare the bar for service by ensuring all equipment tools ingredients and supplies are stocked and organized.
Maintain a clean safe and organized bar throughout each shift.
Accurately process cash credit card and POS transactions while following all cash-handling procedures.
Collaborate with servers culinary staff and management to ensure efficient service and an exceptional guest experience.

Inventory & Purchasing

Manage beverage inventory including weekly and monthly inventory counts.
Monitor stock levels and maintain appropriate par levels.
Place beverage and bar supply orders while controlling costs and minimizing waste.
Receive and verify deliveries for quality and accuracy.
Monitor product usage identify opportunities to reduce shrinkage and support beverage cost goals.

Compliance & Standards

Ensure compliance with all company policies procedures and operational standards.
Adhere to all federal state and local alcohol service regulations.
Verify guest identification and practice responsible alcohol service refusing service when appropriate.
Maintain health sanitation and food safety standards throughout the bar.
Ensure recipes portion controls and service standards are consistently followed.

Administrative & Leadership Responsibilities

Complete inventory ordering and operational reports accurately and on schedule.
Assist with beverage menu development seasonal cocktails and promotional initiatives.
Participate in leadership meetings and contribute ideas for operational improvements.
Support sales initiatives and beverage program profitability through cost control upselling and exceptional guest service.

Skills & Requirements

Minimum of 35 years of bartending experience with at least one year in a leadership or supervisory role preferred.
Strong knowledge of mixology cocktail preparation wine beer and spirits.
Experience with inventory management purchasing and beverage cost control.
Excellent customer service leadership coaching and interpersonal skills.
Strong communication organization and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced high-volume environment.
Basic math skills and experience handling cash and POS systems.
Knowledge of health safety sanitation and responsible alcohol service regulations.
Must be available to work evenings weekends holidays and special events.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

Physical work is a primary part of this role. Team Members must be able to stand and walk for extended periods and frequently bend reach push pull kneel and lift up to 50 pounds. Work is performed in a fast-paced restaurant and hotel environment with frequent interaction with guests team members equipment and beverage service areas.

Benefits:

Benefits for Full Time employees may include: