Bar Lead & Bartender (Full-Time, Hourly)

Job Description

Job Description

Bar Lead & Bartender (Full-Time, Hourly)

Islander 71 Fish House & Deck Bar – Isle of Palms, Charleston, SC

About Islander 71

Located on the water at the Isle of Palms Marina, Islander 71 is a popular restaurant and event venue known for its relaxed, coastal vibe and consistently high volume. We serve a mix of locals and visitors with fresh seafood, sandwiches, oysters, and cocktails across multiple indoor and outdoor dining areas. Our team is passionate about hospitality and delivering a smooth, memorable guest experience- whether it’s for a quick lunch or a large private event.

The Opportunity

We’re hiring a full-time, hourly Bar Lead & Bartender to help drive the guest experience at our main indoor bar - a central hub of the restaurant with huge potential to grow regular business and build guest loyalty. This role comes with a higher hourly rate than standard bartender positions, reflecting its elevated responsibility and visibility.

You’ll take the lead behind the bar during service, help shape the guest experience, and work to increase bar traffic, encourage repeat visits, and elevate the overall bar atmosphere. You’ll also support inventory, ordering, and mentor other bartenders as needed.

This is a hands-on leadership role with real potential for growth. Strong performance and initiative can lead to advancement opportunities, including future management consideration.

What You’ll Do

Lead service and guest experience behind the main indoor bar

Serve high-quality cocktails efficiently, consistently, and with personality

Help grow the bar’s presence by creating a welcoming, memorable bar atmosphere

Build relationships with guests and encourage repeat business and bar loyalty

Maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked bar throughout each shift

Assist with weekly inventory, ordering, and product rotation

Help train and support newer bartenders and ensure servers have key knowledge about drink details / pairings

Collaborate with FOH and floor leads to support overall service flow

Set the tone and pace for a smooth, upbeat bar operation

Who You Are

Experienced in high-volume bar service with leadership instincts

Outgoing, energetic, and passionate about connecting with guests

Motivated to build a bar culture that brings guests back again and again

Highly organized and dependable with bar prep, stock control, and cleanliness

Comfortable with inventory, ordering, and team coordination

Calm under pressure and confident during busy shifts

Available for evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

Why Join Us

Lead role at one of Charleston’s most popular waterfront destinations

Higher hourly pay in recognition of your experience and added responsibilities

Opportunity to help grow a high-potential bar into a vibrant guest draw

Clear path to advancement, including potential management roles

Fun, supportive team and a scenic workplace steps from the water

Gain hands-on leadership experience in bar operations and service