Bartender

About Hopscotch

Hopscotch is an immersive and experiential brand that brings together local, national and international artists in collaborative environments to create distinctive shared experiences. We believe art can be a vessel to tell stories and illuminate important messages of the past, present, and future. We aim to elicit a sense of joy and wonder in the spaces we create; where our guests may playfully explore beyond their day to day and leave reality behind. Hopscotch strongly believes in cultivating lasting relationships and a synergy with our staff, artists and the local communities we are in.

Hopscotch is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. 

Job Summary

The Bartender brings the Hopscotch experience to life through creative cocktails, genuine hospitality, and meaningful guest connections. As a Bartender, you'll help create a bar experience that's just as imaginative, engaging, and memorable as the art itself. From crafting beautifully balanced cocktails and non-alcoholic creations and sharing the inspiration behind our seasonal menus to creating a welcoming atmosphere and keeping service running smoothly, you'll play an essential role in making every visit special. This role is equal parts hospitality enthusiast, cocktail creator, storyteller, and team player. You'll help turn an ordinary drink into an unexpected moment of discovery, connection, and delight.

The right person is naturally outgoing, genuinely enjoys connecting with people, and has a passion for craft cocktails & non-alcoholic creations, creativity, and exceptional hospitality. You're comfortable working in a high-volume environment, balancing speed with quality, and engaging guests without missing a beat. You understand that great bartending is about more than making a delicious drink; it's about being present, attentive, and intentional in every interaction. You're excited to find a place where you can grow, build lasting relationships, and contribute to the team for at least a year. Hopscotch comes alive when our guests are here, so regular weekend and holiday availability and flexibility are essential. Above all, we're looking for someone who is kind, curious, committed, connected, intentional, professional, and excited to help create a bar experience that's creative, welcoming, and unmistakably Hopscotch.

Job Responsibilities

• Bring the Hopscotch brand to life by creating welcoming, engaging, and memorable bar experiences for hundreds of guests each day.
• Prepare and serve cocktails, beer, wine, and nonalcoholic beverages with consistency, creativity, and attention to presentation while following established recipes and specifications.
• Complete daily bar prep and batch work, including preparing fresh ingredients, syrups, garnishes, and batched cocktails, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and readiness for service.
• Deliver exceptional hospitality by connecting with guests, making thoughtful recommendations, and sharing the stories and inspiration behind our creative beverage offerings.
• Work quickly and efficiently in a high-volume environment, maintaining accuracy, quality, and service standards during busy periods.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked bar, completing daily opening, operating, and closing responsibilities.
• Follow all responsible alcohol service practices, health and sanitation standards, and workplace safety procedures.
• Accurately process guest transactions using our point-of-sale system while maintaining proper cash-handling procedures.
• Develop strong knowledge of our cocktail menus, ingredients, spirits, beer, and wine, while contributing ideas and feedback for seasonal beverage offerings.
• Work collaboratively with fellow Curas across bar, gallery, kitchen, and retail operations, jumping in wherever support is needed.
• Contribute to a positive, playful, and supportive team environment while performing additional duties as assigned by leadership.

Who You Are

• Hospitality at Heart: You genuinely love people and take pride in creating exceptional guest experiences that leave a lasting impression.
• Outgoing & Engaging: You're naturally comfortable approaching new people, starting conversations, and making guests feel welcome, whether they're sitting at the bar or just stopping by for a drink.
• Passionate About Cocktails: You have strong knowledge of spirits, beer, wine, and cocktail techniques, along with an appreciation for creative ingredients, thoughtful presentation, and consistently great drinks.
• Quick on Your Feet: You thrive in a high-volume, fast-paced environment and know how to balance speed, accuracy, and quality without sacrificing hospitality.
• A True Team Player: You're dependable, respectful, adaptable, and always willing to jump in to support your fellow Curas.
• Curious & Creative: You enjoy exploring new flavors, learning new techniques, and contributing ideas that make our beverage program even more exciting.
• Detail-Oriented: You understand that the little things matter, from a perfectly balanced cocktail and clean workstation to a thoughtful guest interaction.
• Responsible & Professional: You take alcohol service, guest safety, cleanliness, and operational standards seriously while maintaining a positive and approachable attitude.
• Here to Grow: You're excited to invest in a team, build meaningful relationships, and ideally grow with Hopscotch for at least a year.
• Flexible & Available: You have scheduling flexibility and understand that evenings, weekends, and holidays are essential to our guest experience.
• Ready to Move: You're comfortable standing and moving throughout your shift, handling bar equipment, and performing the physical demands of a busy bar environment.
• The Essentials: You're at least 21 years old, have previous bartending experience, and possess or are willing to obtain any required alcohol service and food safety certifications.