Full Time Bartender

About Discourse Brewing

Discourse Brewing is a local craft brewery focused on quality beer, community, and creating a welcoming taproom experience. We’re looking for a dependable, friendly, and detail-oriented full-time bartender who enjoys working with people, learning about craft beer, and helping keep our taproom running smoothly.

This position combines bartending and customer service with administrative tasks, inventory management, and event support. We’re looking for someone who takes initiative, communicates well, and takes pride in maintaining a clean, organized, and inviting space.

ResponsibilitiesBartending & Customer Service

• Arrive on time and be prepared for scheduled shifts.
• Greet customers and provide friendly, attentive service to both new and returning guests.
• Accurately enter orders and apply discounts for members, employees, and special events as appropriate.
• Properly pour beer and other beverages using the correct glassware and presentation for each beer style.
• Clean glassware properly and maintain clean, organized bar areas.
• Bus and clean tables, take table orders as needed, and actively engage with customers throughout the taproom.
• Learn and understand the current tap list, beer styles, and the unique characteristics of each beer.
• Share information about Discourse Brewing, our beers, brewery history, and upcoming events.
• Follow all opening and closing procedures.
• Maintain a clean, stocked, and inviting taproom, including windows, menus, tables, chairs, refrigerators, and drains.

Taproom Administration & Operations

• Monitor and order inventory, including wine, cider, non-alcoholic beverages, cleaning supplies, and other necessary items.
• Keep menus, signage, and displays current, including event signage and to-go cooler information.
• Help ensure the taproom, furniture, equipment, and dispensers are clean, functional, and in good working order.
• Restock backup inventory as needed, including glassware, merchandise, packaged beer, and seasonal or private event supplies.
• Maintain taproom plants through regular watering and basic upkeep.
• Assist with event setup and preparation, including arranging tables, updating signage, and coordinating food vendor arrival and departure.
• Take photos and videos of products, events, and taproom activities for social media when requested.

Communication & Professional Development

• Read and respond to Discourse Brewing communications through email, text, and Slack, asking questions when clarification is needed.
• Maintain up-to-date availability in the Square Team app.
• Read, understand, and sign the employee handbook.
• Complete required training and certifications within the designated timeframes.

Required Training

Discourse Brewing provides the following training and certification opportunities. Employees are expected to complete:

• ServSafe Alcohol training: Within 15 days of employment.
• Cicerone Certified Beer Server certification: Within 60 days of employment.

Qualifications

• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Dependable, punctual, and able to work scheduled shifts consistently.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable balancing multiple responsibilities.
• Able to work independently, take initiative, and follow established procedures.
• Willingness to learn about craft beer, beer styles, and proper beer service.
• Comfortable using digital communication tools and point-of-sale systems, or willing to learn.
• Able to assist with physical tasks such as stocking inventory, moving tables and chairs, and preparing event spaces.
• Previous bartending, hospitality, or customer service experience is preferred.

Schedule

This is a full-time position with a combination of bartending shifts and administrative hours. The schedule is subject to change based on business needs.

• Monday: Every other week, 2:30 PM–9:30 PM (bartending)
• Tuesday: Off
• Wednesday: 1:00 PM–3:00 PM (administrative duties); 3:00 PM–10:00 PM (bartending)
• Thursday: 1:00 PM–3:00 PM (administrative duties); 3:00 PM–10:30 PM (bartending)
• Friday: 12:30 PM–8:00 PM (bartending)
• Saturday: 2:00 PM–9:00 PM (bartending)
• Sunday: Off

Applicants should be comfortable working evenings and Saturdays.

What We're Looking For

We want someone who enjoys connecting with customers, is interested in craft beer, and understands that a great taproom experience involves more than pouring drinks. The right person takes ownership of their responsibilities, notices the details that keep a space running well, and contributes to a positive team environment.

If you enjoy craft beer, hospitality, and being part of a local brewery, we’d love to hear from you!

Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 34.0 – 39.0 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid training

Work Location: In person