Bartender

Job Title: Bartender
Location: The Dawson – Chicago, IL

Position Summary
The Bartender is responsible for delivering exceptional guest experiences by preparing high-quality beverages and providing attentive, knowledgeable service at The Gage. This role requires strong hospitality skills, efficiency in a high-volume environment, and a passion for craft cocktails, beer, and wine.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to The Dawson's recipes and standards
• Provide friendly, engaging, and professional service to all guests at the bar and service well
• Maintain thorough knowledge of the beverage menu, including cocktails, beer, wine, and spirits
• Ensure accuracy in order taking, cash handling, and POS system use
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bar area, including bar setup and breakdown
• Monitor guest alcohol consumption and ensure responsible service in compliance with local laws
• Restock bar inventory, including liquor, glassware, garnishes, and supplies
• Collaborate with servers and kitchen staff to ensure seamless service
• Follow all health, safety, and sanitation guidelines

Qualifications

• Must meet state minimum age for serving alcoholic beverages
• ServSafe Food Handlers Certificate, BASSETT Certificate
• 1 year of closely related bartending experience, work experience in high volume or fast casual dining restaurant environment preferred
• Demonstrates the ability to interact with guests and coworkers in a friendly, enthusiastic manner
• Has the ability to speak, read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence and policy documents, as well as converse comfortably with guests
• Cash handling and customer service experience preferred

Work Environment

• Perform calmly and effectively in a very busy work environment
• Work in a confined, crowded space of variable noise and temperature levels
• Must be able to stand or walk for the majority of a shift
• Must be able to lift and carry sacks, boxes, product up to 50 pounds from floor to waist level, approximately 20 feet
• Must be able to reach (6” to overhead), bend, stoop, and wipe

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay Rate: $12.62 per hour plus tips
• Health & Wellness: Medical, prescription, dental, vision, health savings account (HSA), employee assistance program (EAP), accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, pet insurance benefits, transportation benefits and eligibility to participate in discounted parking rate program. The company contributes $350 per month toward employee-only medical coverage and pays 100% of employee-only premiums for the Dental Low Plan and Vision Plan.
• 401k Program with Match: Company matches $1 for $1 up to $1,000 per calendar year.
• Paid Time Off: 1 week paid vacation 
• Paid Sick Leave: 1 week paid sick leave
• Employee Referral Program: Eligible employees may receive up to $500 for every hourly referral and up to $1,000 for every salary referral after referred employee has completed 6 months of continuous employment.
• Dining: Generous dining benefit discounts across Gage Hospitality Group restaurants.

How to Apply

To be considered, please submit a current resume with your application.

Gage Hospitality Group is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Gage Hospitality Group will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.