Bartender

BARTENDER

• Compensation: $12.96 per hour + Gratuity
• Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, Paid Maternity/Paternity, Group Dining Discounts
• Schedule: Bartenders must be able to work a minimum of 3 shifts per week. We close at 11pm Sun, Wed, & Thur. 1am on Friday & Saturday.

Sin & Tonic is a new concept from The Fifty/50 Group, opening in Chicago's Andersonville neighborhood. Anchored by a 30-seat bar and designed around a Victorian tavern aesthetic, Sin & Tonic will focus on high-technique craft cocktails paired with an equal number of zero-proof "tonics".

We are focused on technical precision, classic cocktail philosophy, and the honor of Hospitality. We are looking for disciplined individuals who love the craft, love people, and are ready to help us create a special "neighborhood cocktail bar". We are looking for people who are ready to immerse themselves in the craft of bartending and immerse themselves in our culture. 

While this is a high-technique cocktail bar, we value discipline, reliability, and leadership over ego or mixology pedigree. There is no hierarchy when it comes to maintaining our atmosphere. This will be a small, tightly knit team and every bartender, regardless of seniority or talent, will share all tasks equally. From cleaning, polishing, creativity, and preparation - this bar will be built and run together as a team.

At this establishment, there will be a strict zero-drinking policy while on shift. Candidates must take pride in running a clean, focused, professional room every single night.

• Dedication to continuous and rigorous daily training, repetition, and study of cocktail art, philosophy, and spirits.
• Prep, batching, station readiness, and sanitation standards across both the bar and floor.
• Meticulous deep cleaning, shared side work, bar setup, and cleanup duties. 
• Uphold the integrity of our menu for our team & our guests while contributing continuously  to development and evolution our cocktail program. 
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary environment.
• Build Regulars - Take Care of our Regulars - Make Our Guests Feel Cared For & Welcome

Barcraft & Creative Collaboration

• Work directly behind the bar, earning tips, while focusing on elevating the standard of excellence and hospitality we will achieve.

• Uphold exact cocktail specs, ice handling, glassware presentation, and service steps.

Hospitality & Team Culture

• Hospitality is an honor and we are going to need to grow our neighborhood cocktail bar one guest at a time. Whether we start out busy or it takes time to grow our business, we are going to instill a culture of gratitude within our team.

• The mindset of discipline, humility, patience, and a "no detail is too small" attitude.
• We lead through positivity and passion while holding each other accountable for performance and high standards.

• Experience: Minimum 1-2 years of high volume and premium level bartending experience. 

• Schedule & Availability: Ability to work 35-40 hours per week on late-night closing shifts (Wednesdays through Sundays; until 11:00 PM Wed/Thu/Sun and until 1:00 AM Fri/Sat).

• Professional Standards: Personal presentation is important and our team will be clean shaven and well groomed for each shift.

• Certifications: Current Illinois BASSET and Food Handler (or ServSafe Manager) certifications required upon hire.

• Skills: Proficient in POS and basic computer/spreadsheet operations. Must have the ability to properly communicate via email.

• Ability to stand and walk for shifts up to 10–11 hours in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to frequently lift, carry, and move items up to 30 lbs, and occasionally up to 50 lbs (kegs, liquor cases, ice buckets).

• Frequent reaching, bending, stooping, fine hand manipulation, and navigating stairs.

• Ability to work comfortably in varying kitchen/bar temperatures and high ambient noise levels.

• Ability to work around potential food allergens (citrus, dairy, nuts, sulfites).