Bartender at Oh London
Job Description
Bartender with exceptional skills Required:
The Bartender is responsible for preparing and serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, taking care of bar guests, supporting dining-room beverage service, maintaining a clean and organized bar, and helping drive sales through hospitality, speed, product knowledge, and professionalism.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys a fast-paced restaurant environment, knows how to connect with guests, and takes pride in creating consistent cocktails, strong service, and a positive bar atmosphere.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and serve cocktails, beer, wine, spirits, mocktails, and other beverages according to Oh London standards.
- Greet guests warmly and provide attentive, professional service at the bar.
- Take food and beverage orders accurately using the POS system.
- Make thoughtful recommendations and upsell cocktails, wine, appetizers, desserts, specials, and event-night offerings.
- Maintain strong knowledge of the menu, bar offerings, specials, events, brunch items, and private dining options.
- Ensure all guests are served responsibly and in compliance with alcohol-service laws and company policies.
- Check IDs and monitor guest consumption appropriately.
- Maintain a clean, organized, stocked, and visually appealing bar area throughout the shift.
- Complete opening, running, and closing side work.
- Restock liquor, beer, wine, mixers, garnishes, glassware, napkins, straws, and other bar supplies.
- Assist with inventory awareness and communicate low-stock items to management.
- Support servers with drink orders for the dining room, private dining room, banquet hall, and event spaces.
- Help create a welcoming atmosphere during live music, brunch, private events, and high-volume periods.
- Handle cash, credit-card payments, tabs, and guest transactions accurately.
- Follow health, sanitation, and safety standards at all times.
- Work as part of the FOH team and support servers, hosts, managers, and BOH staff as needed.
- Assist with bussing, resetting, cleaning, and general guest service during slower periods.
- Represent Oh London professionally in front of guests at all times.
Qualifications
- Previous bartending experience preferred; high-volume restaurant, lounge, pub, or upscale casual experience is a plus.
- Strong cocktail, beer, wine, and spirits knowledge preferred.
- Ability to deliver warm, professional, and efficient guest service.
- Must be dependable, punctual, and able to work scheduled shifts consistently.
- Weekend availability required.
- Brunch, event, and evening availability strongly preferred.
- Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to multitask while maintaining accuracy and hospitality.
- Strong communication skills and a positive team attitude.
- Must be able to stand for long periods and lift up to 40 lbs as needed.
- Must meet all legal requirements to serve alcohol in Missouri.
- Food handler and responsible beverage service certification preferred, or willingness to obtain if required.
Oh London is a British pub-inspired restaurant, bar, lounge, and private event venue in Creve Coeur. We offer a mix of upscale dining, classic pub energy, craft cocktails, brunch, live music, private events, and group dining.
We are looking for a professional, reliable, guest-focused Bartender who can help strengthen our bar program, improve guest experience, and create a welcoming environment for both regulars and first-time guests.
