Bartender

  • Burnham Park Yacht Club
  • Chicago, Illinois
  • Full Time
Required Years of Experience

3 years

Job Details

The Burnham Park Yacht Club is situated in the Museum Campus Area of Chicagos Lakefront on Northerly Island serving boaters in Burnham Harbor. Our Clubhouse offers magnificent views of the harbor activity as well as a panoramic scope of Chicagos skyline.

Job Description: Bartender

SUMMARY: We are looking for an enthusiastic Bartender with upscale experience to provide exceptional service for our members. Qualified candidates will be able to create classic and innovative drinks exceeding members needs and expectations. Compensation is $15/hour plus tips. Shift Meals each day worked.

Responsibilities:

  • Prepare alcohol or non-alcohol beverages for bar and restaurant patrons to club standards
  • Interact with customers, take orders and serve food and drinks
  • Assess customers needs and preferences and make recommendations
  • Mix ingredients to prepare cocktails
  • Check customers identification and confirm he or she meets legal drinking age
  • Restock and replenish bar inventory and supplies
  • Stay guest focused and nurture an excellent guest experience
  • Comply with all food and beverage regulations
  • Arrange, set-up and breakdown station
  • Attend daily line up meetings
  • Assist in performing daily side work
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements:

  • Proven working experience as a bartender in an upscale environment
  • Excellent knowledge of mixing, garnishing and serving drinks
  • Computer literacy
  • Positive attitude and excellent communication skills
  • Ability to keep the bar organized, stocked and clean
  • Relevant training certificate (Basset Training and Serve Safe)

Performance Standards:

  • Meets all company service standards
  • Maintains upbeat, guest-first, positive attitude
  • Be able to reach, bend, lift up to 40 pounds

Compensation: $15/hour plus tips.

TO APPLY: Please email resume and cover letter to [email protected] .

Compensation Details

Compensation: Hourly ($15.00) plus tips

Benefits & Perks: Dining Discounts

Required Skills

Wine Service

Customer Service Orientation

Customer Service

Attention to Detail

Fine Dining Service

Time Management

High Volume Service

Team Collaboration

Food and Beverage Pairing

Problem Solving Skills

POS Systems

Adaptability

Multitasking Ability

Knowledge of Beverage Trends

Sales Skills

Conflict Resolution

Creativity in Drink Preparation

Physical Stamina

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Interpersonal Skills

Professionalism

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Job ID: 480848960
Originally Posted on: 6/12/2025

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