Bartender
MISSOURI ATHLETIC CLUB CLAYTON
JOB OVERVIEW
Be part of an exciting new chapter at the Missouri Athletic Club with the opening of MAC Clayton, the Club's newest location, designed to carry forward more than 120 years of tradition into a modern and elevated experience. Anticipated to open early 2026, MAC Clayton will feature state-of-the-art facilities, refined dining, and thoughtfully designed spaces for athletics, wellness, and social connection. This new Clubhouse will serve as a cornerstone for members seeking excellence in hospitality, culinary innovation, and community engagement. The MAC has thrived since 1903 by staying true to its founders' vision : delivering extraordinary experiences with excellence, service, and tradition at the heart of everything we do. We invest in our employees with competitive benefits and engaging events, creating an environment where talent is valued, celebrated, and inspired to grow.
We are seeking polished, professional Bartenders to support an elevated bar program and deliver exceptional hospitality to members and guests. Bartenders may be scheduled in either a service bar role or a lounge bar role depending on weekly business needs, including providing food service when assigned to lounge bar shifts.
Bartender Responsibilities :
- Craft cocktails with precision and consistency, following established recipes, techniques, and presentation standards.
- Provide warm, welcoming, and professional hospitality in all bar environments.
- When scheduled in the service bar, prepare beverages for the dining room with accuracy, speed, and portion-control standards.
- When scheduled in lounge bar shifts, provide full food and beverage service directly to members, including taking orders, guiding selections, and delivering items with polish.
- Maintain a fully prepped and organized bar, including garnishes, batches, syrups, glassware, refrigerators, and overall mise en place.
- Execute accurate pours and portion control to support beverage cost and inventory goals.
- Ensure all bar and adjacent service areas remain clean, organized, and guest-ready throughout the shift.
- Collaborate with beverage leadership, servers, and support staff to ensure smooth service and communication.
- Participate in seasonal menu updates, tastings, and specialty beverage events as assigned.
Bartender Qualifications :
3-5 years of bartending experience in upscale dining, cocktail bars, luxury hotels, or private clubs.Strong knowledge of spirits, classic cocktails, and bartending fundamentals, with willingness to learn club specifications.Ability to provide both bar service and tableside food service in lounge-style settings.Strong communication skills and the ability to engage members and guests with warmth and professionalism.Ability to work efficiently and calmly in fast-paced, high-expectation environments.Familiarity with portion control, bar prep, and basic inventory practices preferred.Team-oriented mindset with a willingness to support colleagues as needed.Professional appearance, reliability, and a genuine passion for hospitality.Must be available afternoons, evenings and weekends.