Restaurant Bartender

Q39 is an acclaimed BBQ restaurant known for its award-winning, world-class BBQ and chef-inspired cuisine crafted from scratch. Based in Kansas City, Q39 has established a remarkable reputation for delivering craveable, memorable dining experiences, beautifully balancing traditional flavors with innovative culinary techniques. As the restaurant expands, a new location is opening in Lawrence, Kansas, creating exciting opportunities for passionate individuals to join an exceptional team that values quality, hospitality, and community engagement. The new team members will be part of a vibrant, fast-paced environment dedicated to excellence in food and service, bringing the beloved Q39 dining experience to more guests in the region.

This specific role is for a Bartender, a vital position within Q39's front-of-house team. Bartenders at Q39 are instrumental in delivering a welcoming and engaging atmosphere at the bar, ensuring guests receive attentive and personalized service from the moment they arrive until their farewell. This role requires a blend of elevated beverage knowledge, accuracy, and genuine hospitality, as bartenders are expected to craft high-quality cocktails with efficiency and care, manage the bar area meticulously, and collaborate closely with servers and kitchen staff to orchestrate a seamless dining experience. The hourly wage for this position starts at $7.00 plus participation in a tip pool, reflecting the value Q39 places on rewarding excellent service.

Bartenders at Q39 possess expertise in a wide range of beverages, including cocktails, spirits, beer, and wine. They are prepared to provide expert recommendations and answer guest questions to enhance the overall experience. The job demands exceptional accuracy when preparing drinks and entering orders into the POS system, specifically the Toast POS, ensuring that all transactions and service flows are smooth and error-free. Bartenders also maintain high standards of cleanliness and organization behind the bar, with responsibilities extending to glassware, tools, garnishes, and stock management.

This position demands a proactive approach to customer engagement, anticipating guest needs and handling requests or concerns with professionalism and care. Team coordination is also critical, with the bartender working hand-in-hand with servers, barbacks, bussers, and kitchen staff to deliver timely food and beverage service. Additionally, bartenders are responsible for closing the bar at the end of shifts, following Q39’s closing procedures, processing payments accurately, and ensuring the bar is prepared for the next day’s operations.

Joining Q39 as a Bartender means becoming part of a company that values collaboration, standards-driven service, and a guest-focused mindset. The restaurant fosters an inclusive environment where team members support each other to create memorable dining events for guests. Candidates who thrive in fast-paced settings, embrace the spirit of hospitality, and have a passion for quality beverages and service will find a fulfilling and rewarding career at Q39. This role not only offers competitive compensation but also the chance to contribute to a growing brand that is deeply rooted in its community and committed to culinary excellence.