About the Role
The Bartender is responsible for delivering elevated, genuine hospitality experiences while preparing and serving beverages in alignment with Still Austin Quarter standards. This role blends technical skill, product knowledge, and warm guest engagement to create memorable moments for every guest, every shift. Bartenders are brand ambassadors who promote loyalty through exceptional service, responsible alcohol service, and attention to detail. Part of this role will be an expectation to pivot between volume bartending and cocktail service.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and serve cocktails, spirits, beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages according to SAQ recipes and specifications.
- Deliver elevated hospitality by greeting guests warmly, making thoughtful recommendations, and anticipating guest needs.
- Accurately describe food and beverage offerings, including spirits profiles, ingredients, and preparation methods.
- Serve alcohol responsibly and in compliance with TABC guidelines to ensure the safety of guests and the company.
- Maintain awareness of potential food and beverage allergens and communicate clearly with guests as needed.
- Maintain cleanliness, organization, and integrity of the bar, equipment, and surrounding service areas.
- Monitor stock levels behind the bar and communicate needs or shortages to management proactively.
- Accurately process cash and credit card transactions using the POS system.
- Assist in addressing guest feedback and service recovery opportunities with professionalism and care.
- Work efficiently under pressure, multitasking during high-volume service while maintaining quality and composure.
- Promote teamwork by communicating clearly and supporting fellow team members across shifts and departments.
Requirements
- Proven experience working as a bartender or in a similar hospitality role.
- Strong understanding of cocktail preparation, spirits, and beverage service.
- Knowledge of safety, TABC regulations, and food handling best practices.
- Ability to communicate clearly and positively with guests and team members.
- Ability to multitask and remain calm in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
- Availability to work evenings, weekends, late nights, and some holidays.
- Current TABC Certification required.
- Current Texas Food Handler’s Certification required.
- Experience in craft cocktail, spirits-forward, or high-volume hospitality environments.
- Strong sales mindset with the ability to upsell thoughtfully and authentically.
- Passion for hospitality, storytelling, and delivering memorable guest experiences.
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during service.
- Ability to lift and carry items such as cases, kegs, ice, and supplies (up to 40 lbs).
- Ability to perform repetitive motions including reaching, bending, and pouring.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with varying noise levels and temperatures.
Skills
- Cocktail preparation
- Beverage service
- Hospitality
- Communication
- Multitasking
- Sales
- Storytelling
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Proven experience working as a bartender or in a similar hospitality role
- Experience in craft cocktail, spirits-forward, or high-volume hospitality environments
Education Level
- Current TABC Certification
- Current Texas Food Handler’s Certification
