Bartender

BARTENDER – MAX DOWNTOWN

Join the Max Hospitality Team!

Max Downtown, located in the heart of Hartford, CT, is seeking an experienced and poised Bartender with a strong background in fine dining and a passion for hospitality. The ideal candidate thrives in a high-volume, fast-paced environment and is committed to delivering a refined guest experience. Open availability is required.

Max Hospitality is dedicated to providing a world-class dining experience with high-quality cuisine and exceptional service. We pride ourselves on our creativity, consistency, and guest-first mentality across all locations. We seek individuals who are passionate about hospitality and excited to grow with a forward-thinking, dynamic restaurant group.

Max Downtown is our flagship restaurant, renowned for its elevated steakhouse experience, award-winning wine list, and extensive whiskey collection. With a loyal clientele of business professionals and fine dining guests, Max Downtown consistently ranks among the top restaurants in the region. The right candidate will bring professionalism, attention to detail, and enthusiasm for hospitality to our bar team.

Benefits:

• Competitive Pay
• Employee Discount on Meals
• Flexible Scheduling
• Opportunities for Growth and Advancement
• 401(k) with matching up to 4%
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid sick time
• Referral program
• Life, accident, critical illness & pet insurance
• Career development within the Max Hospitality group

Responsibilities:

• Mix and serve a wide range of classic and craft cocktails, wines, beers, and non-alcoholic beverages
• Provide outstanding guest service by creating a warm, welcoming, and engaging bar atmosphere
• Uphold Max Downtown’s standards of presentation, portion control, and consistency
• Maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked bar area at all times
• Handle cash and credit card transactions accurately and responsibly
• Verify identification and ensure responsible alcohol service in compliance with state regulations
• Collaborate with front-of-house and back-of-house teams to ensure seamless service
• Stay up to date with seasonal menus, beverage offerings, and ongoing training initiatives

What We’re Looking For

Experience:

• Minimum 1 year of bartending experience in fine dining is REQUIRED
• Alternatively, 2+ years in a high-volume casual dining environment will be considered
• Strong working knowledge of classic cocktails, wine, and spirits
• TIPS or ServSafe Alcohol certification preferred

Skills and Qualities:

• Highly organized with a polished and professional demeanor
• Exceptional multitasking and time management abilities
• Ability to maintain composure and efficiency during high-volume service
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Team-oriented mindset with a commitment to service excellence
• Open availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays

Diversity Creates a Healthy Atmosphere:

Max Hospitality is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants with criminal backgrounds are encouraged to apply.