Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Professional development opportunities
flexible scheduling
Team social events
Job Description
Parla XXI is a vibrant and innovative cocktail bar located in Somerville. Known for its dedication to providing top-tier service and an exceptional drinking experience, Parla XXI has quickly become a favorite spot among locals and visitors alike. The establishment prides itself on its lively atmosphere, creative cocktail offerings, and a passion for hospitality. With a focus on quality and customer satisfaction, Parla XXI aims to deliver memorable experiences through expertly crafted drinks and attentive service. The bar operates in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, where teamwork and creativity are highly valued.
Parla XXI is currently seeking a skilled and experienced Lead Bartender to join their team. This role is perfectly suited for a bartender who is innovative, service-driven, and capable of leading a thriving cocktail program. The Lead Bartender will play a pivotal role in maintaining the bar's high standards for cocktail execution, ensuring every drink is made with precision, speed, and consistency. Beyond crafting cocktails, this position involves active guest engagement and support for the overall dining experience. The ideal candidate will be someone who is not only skilled behind the bar but also able to inspire and mentor other bartenders.
Responsibilities for the Lead Bartender include maintaining and updating cocktail recipes, specifications, and training materials to keep the program fresh and exciting. The role requires collaboration with the kitchen staff to support seasonal cocktail development, ensuring offerings reflect the best of the season and complement the menu. Operational duties such as managing batching standards, inventory organization, and ordering processes are also key components of the position. The Lead Bartender is expected to foster a positive team environment by mentoring and training bartenders on bar techniques, service standards, and overall guest hospitality. Supporting the onboarding of new team members is also a crucial part of the role, making the Lead Bartender a cornerstone of the front-of-house team. This full-time position offers a unique opportunity to grow professionally within a respected and fast-growing establishment that values innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction.
Parla XXI is currently seeking a skilled and experienced Lead Bartender to join their team. This role is perfectly suited for a bartender who is innovative, service-driven, and capable of leading a thriving cocktail program. The Lead Bartender will play a pivotal role in maintaining the bar's high standards for cocktail execution, ensuring every drink is made with precision, speed, and consistency. Beyond crafting cocktails, this position involves active guest engagement and support for the overall dining experience. The ideal candidate will be someone who is not only skilled behind the bar but also able to inspire and mentor other bartenders.
Responsibilities for the Lead Bartender include maintaining and updating cocktail recipes, specifications, and training materials to keep the program fresh and exciting. The role requires collaboration with the kitchen staff to support seasonal cocktail development, ensuring offerings reflect the best of the season and complement the menu. Operational duties such as managing batching standards, inventory organization, and ordering processes are also key components of the position. The Lead Bartender is expected to foster a positive team environment by mentoring and training bartenders on bar techniques, service standards, and overall guest hospitality. Supporting the onboarding of new team members is also a crucial part of the role, making the Lead Bartender a cornerstone of the front-of-house team. This full-time position offers a unique opportunity to grow professionally within a respected and fast-growing establishment that values innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum of 3 years bartending experience
- Previous experience in a lead or supervisory bartending role
- Ability to work full-time including nights, weekends, and holidays
- Strong multitasking and organizational skills
- Knowledge of inventory and ordering processes
- Ability to mentor and train staff
Job Qualifications
- Experience as a bartender in a fast-paced environment
- Proven leadership and training capabilities
- Knowledge of cocktail recipes and bar operations
- Strong customer service skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with kitchen and service staff
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Passion for innovative cocktail creation
Job Duties
- Execute cocktails with precision, speed, and consistency
- Provide attentive hospitality to bar guests
- Support the dining room as needed
- Maintain and update recipes, specs, and training materials
- Support seasonal cocktail development in collaboration with the kitchen
- Maintain batching standards, pars, and prep protocols
- Support inventory organization and ordering processes
- Mentor and train bartenders on technique, standards, and service
- Support onboarding of new team members
Job Criteria
Experience
No experience required
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