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We’d love to have you join our team! Please use the form below to apply. Feel free to send in your resume even if you don't see the position you're looking for listed.

Lead Bartender

 We’re looking for an experienced Lead Bartender to help steward our bar program, mentor the team, and set the tone behind the bar—especially during high-volume summer months.

This role is hands-on and service-driven, ideal for someone who loves being behind the bar, cares deeply about guest experience, and enjoys helping a team operate at a high level.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead service behind the bar during shifts, setting the pace, tone, and standards

  • Execute Baleine’s cocktail, wine, and beer program with consistency and care

  • Support training and onboarding of bartenders and barbacks

  • Maintain bar organization, cleanliness, and mise en place

  • Assist with inventory management, ordering, and minimizing waste

  • Collaborate with ownership on seasonal cocktails, menu updates, and specials

  • Uphold responsible alcohol service and all local/state regulations

  • Be a calm, professional presence during busy services

What We’re Looking For

  • 3+ years of bartending experience in a quality-driven bar or restaurant

  • Strong cocktail fundamentals and solid wine knowledge (or genuine curiosity)

  • Natural leadership skills—leads by example, not ego

  • Excellent communication and teamwork

  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment

  • Organized, reliable, and detail-oriented

  • Available nights, weekends, and peak seasonal shifts

Bonus (Not Required)

  • Experience with inventory systems or bar costing

  • Interest in natural wine or classic-leaning cocktails

  • Prior lead bartender or bar supervisor experience

Compensation & Perks

  • Competitive hourly rate + tips

  • Opportunity for increased responsibility and growth

  • Staff discounts across our family of businesses

  • A supportive, professional environment with ownership actively involved and that values hospitality, creativity, and hard work

  • Year-round operation with strong seasonal energy

  • Employee Education Assistance Program, up to $1K per year.

To Apply

Please send a brief note about yourself and your bartending experience (resume encouraged). We’re excited to meet people who care about hospitality as much as we do.

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