Bartender Outlet

Overview:

Amaterra Kitchen & Social Club offers a vibrant, upscale dining and social experience focused on exceptional hospitality, quality food and beverages, and meaningful guest connections. Team members are expected to contribute to a culture of professionalism, collaboration, and service excellence.

Amaterra Kitchen & Social Club is seeking an energetic, hospitality-driven Bartender to join our team. The Bartender is responsible for creating exceptional guest experiences through knowledgeable beverage service, craft cocktail preparation, wine service, and genuine hospitality. This role plays a key part in maintaining the welcoming and upscale atmosphere of our restaurant, wine tasting room, and social club while ensuring efficient bar operations and adherence to all service standards.

Responsibilities:

Guest Service

• Provide warm, professional, and engaging service to all guests.
• Create memorable guest experiences through personalized recommendations and attentive service.
• Build relationships with regular guests and members while maintaining a welcoming environment for all visitors.
• Anticipate guest needs and respond promptly to requests, concerns, and special accommodations.
• Maintain comprehensive knowledge of food menus, beverage offerings, wines, beers, and specialty cocktails.

 

Beverage Preparation & Service

• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to established recipes and presentation standards.
• Execute craft cocktails with consistency, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Recommend wines, cocktails, and beverage pairings to complement menu selections.
• Ensure responsible alcohol service and verify guest age in accordance with Oregon liquor laws.
• Monitor guest alcohol consumption and address service concerns professionally and appropriately.

 

Bar Operations

• Maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked bar throughout service.
• Prepare garnishes, mixers, syrups, and other bar ingredients as needed.
• Participate in opening, closing, and side work duties.
• Monitor inventory levels and communicate supply needs to management.
• Assist with receiving, stocking, and rotating beverage inventory.
• Ensure proper handling and storage of all products.

 

Team Collaboration

• Work closely with servers, hosts, kitchen staff, and management to deliver seamless guest experiences.
• Support fellow team members during busy service periods.
• Participate in pre-shift meetings, training sessions, and ongoing education programs.
• Promote a positive, respectful, and team-oriented work environment.
• All other duties as assigned.

 

Qualifications:

 

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must be a United States citizen or possess a valid work permit.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including weekends, holidays, and evenings as needed.
• Minimum 1–2 years of bartending experience in an upscale restaurant, wine bar, hotel, or similar hospitality environment preferred.
• Must possess or obtain a valid OLCC Service Permit and Oregon Food Handler Card.