Bartender

Smokey Bones is a renowned full-service restaurant brand, celebrated for delivering exceptional barbecue, award-winning ribs, and a welcoming atmosphere across 63 locations in 16 states. The company prides itself on offering a menu rich in slow-smoked, fire-grilled meats, alongside a robust beverage selection including bourbons, whiskeys, domestic and craft beers, and expertly crafted cocktails. Whether guests prefer to dine in, order online, pick up, or take advantage of catering and delivery services, Smokey Bones ensures a memorable dining experience focused on quality and customer satisfaction. Recognized as a Certified Great Place to Work for two consecutive years, Smokey Bones values its team members as family, fostering a culture that celebrates individuality, fun, and teamwork.

The role at Smokey Bones is more than just a job; it offers a vibrant work environment where employees are valued from day one. This position offers competitive pay starting at $9.45 plus tips, allowing team members to bring home cash daily. Employees benefit from flexible scheduling, providing the work-life balance needed to thrive. Beyond financial rewards, Smokey Bones invests in its people through a range of benefits such as college scholarships for employees and their immediate family members, free employee life assistance programs including counseling and crisis helplines, and access to extensive discounts on thousands of products and services. The restaurant also provides a variety of insurance options including preventative healthcare, dental, vision, accident, critical illness, limited indemnity, whole life, and preferred legal plans.

In this role, you will be an integral part of ensuring guests have an enjoyable experience from start to finish. Primary responsibilities include preparing and rolling clean silverware for service, maintaining cleanliness in the bar area, clearing tables and bar spaces promptly, and following health and safety regulations rigorously. You will be tasked with engaging with guests, responding promptly and professionally to their needs, escalating any issues constructively to management, and collaborating closely with teammates to create a seamless dining experience. The role also requires the ability to serve and pour alcohol legally, read recipes accurately to prepare drinks to standard, assist with food running, and maintain the overall ambiance of the restaurant. Smokey Bones emphasizes the importance of excellent communication skills and a friendly approach to customer service, making every guest feel welcomed and valued.

This position is physically demanding, requiring the ability to bend, lift up to 50 pounds, stand for long periods, and endure variable temperatures throughout the shift. Applicants must have the legal age to serve alcohol in their state, be authorized to work in the United States, and possess strong customer service skills, attention to detail, high energy, and the ability to work well within a team. Smokey Bones is dedicated to helping employees reach their fullest potential through opportunities for career growth and comprehensive development programs. Joining this team means becoming part of a dynamic, supportive workplace that truly cares about each individual and their success. If you are passionate about hospitality, enjoy working with people, and want to be recognized and appreciated for the unique qualities you bring to the table, Smokey Bones is the right place for you.