Lead Bartender
Join Bar Sprezzatura as Lead Bartender: craft exceptional cocktails, mentor a top-tier team, expand your beverage expertise, & create unforgettable experiences in a fine dining environment
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Inspired by the casual elegance of Italy, Bar Sprezzatura is a unique escape into Italian culture and cuisine. Located in the historic Heathman Hotel, Bar Sprezzatura is a bustling lunch spot by day and aperitivo and cicchetti bar at night. Whether enjoying a bustling meal, an aperitivo, or savory snacks, guests are transported to a world where timeless traditions meet the vibrant, sun-kissed charm of coastal Italy.
About the Role:
The Lead Bartender at Bar Sprezzatura is a motivated, organized, and passionate beverage professional who leads our bar team with expertise and creativity. You’ll craft exceptional cocktails, educate and inspire staff, manage inventory and beverage costs, and elevate the guest experience with your deep knowledge of spirits, wine, and beer. This role requires strong teamwork, attention to detail, and a commitment to excellence in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
Our Ideal candidate is:
A motivated beverage professional who is organized, passionate, and
professional. You will be a leading part of our beverage team with a passion for
educating and enthralling our guests. You have amazing attention to detail, and
expansive knowledge of spirits, wine, and beer. You work well leading a team,
work well under pressure, and have experience in inventory management and
beverage costing. You have a strong desire to learn and take a leading role in staff
education and development.
What you bring to the table:
3-5 years’ experience in a fine dining or casual fine dining high volume bar or restaurant
Exceptional communication skills
Expansive food and beverage knowledge
Experience in recipe development, inventory management, and staff education
Experience in promotions and social media marketing is a plus
Intellectual curiosity
Ability to work clean, organized, and as part of a team
Ability to move and lift 40 pounds at a time
At least 21 years of age
Must be able to stand and walk for an extended period of time
Pay rate: $19.50/hr + tips
Bar Sprezzatura and Mina group are equal opportunity employers committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment. We welcome applicants from a wide variety of identities, ideas and experiences and will consider candidates with criminal histories in accordance with all local, state, and federal laws. Mina Group offers reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities.
- Department
- Outlet Front of House Team
- Role
- Lead Bartender
- Locations
- Bar Sprezzatura Portland
- Hourly salary
- $19.5
About MINA Group
Creating fun and delicious food, building memorable atmospheres and providing unparalleled service are key pillars of our business. We believe what makes us truly unique in a sea of “the same” is our ability to seamlessly partner with luxury hospitality brands.
Over the past 20 years, The MINA Group has proven its ability to be highly accretive, which we credit to our intimate understanding of what is required to successfully operate in true partnership with our hospitality and retail partners.