Lead Fine Dining Bartender

Job Overview
We are seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Bartender to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for mixology and exceptional customer service skills, ensuring that every guest has an enjoyable experience. As a Bartender, you will be responsible for crafting cocktails , serving food & drinks, and providing top-notch service in a fast-paced environment. Experience in a fine dining setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to signature recipes and customer preferences.
• Maintain a clean and organized bar area, ensuring compliance with food safety guidelines.
• Interact with customers in a friendly and professional manner, taking drink & food orders and providing recommendations.
• Operate the Point of Sale (POS) system efficiently to process transactions accurately.
• Monitor inventory levels of bar supplies and communicate needs to management.
• Monitor liquor/wine/beer inventory levels and accurately logging inventory per management specifications.
• Assist with banquet and catering events as needed, providing excellent service to guests.
• Handle cash and perform basic math calculations for transactions.
• Manage balancing cash drawer and authorization receipts inorder to ensure an accurate closeout each shift.

Experience

• Previous bartending experience is required, with knowledge of cocktail preparation and drink mixing techniques.
• Familiarity with food service operations & customer service expectations in fine dining environments is preferred.
• Experience using POS systems for order processing.
• Strong understanding of food safety practices is essential.
• Excellent sales skills to promote food & drink specials and enhance guest experiences.
• Advanced wine & spirit knowledge is preferred.
• Advanced experience in upselling techniques is preferred.
• Ability to work well under pressure while maintaining attention to detail in a busy setting.

Who We Are

Sorella is one of Cleveland’s hottest new restaurants, located on the shores of Lake Erie in the historic One Bratenahl Place gated condominium complex. Newly and fully renovated, our space features a striking granite bar, a refined formal dining room, and a polished setting designed for elevated yet genuinely warm hospitality.

We are a family-owned and operated restaurant with deep Cleveland roots. The name Sorella—Italian for “sister”—reflects our philosophy: hospitality built on connection, teamwork, and care. We believe exceptional service starts with how we treat one another, and that culture carries through every guest interaction.

Our front-of-house team is driven by professionalism, precision, and thoughtful service. Bartenders at Sorella are expected to guide the guest experience from start to finish—executing polished steps of service, strong menu and beverage knowledge, and seamless communication with both the kitchen and staff. In addition to nightly dining, we host private events including business dinners, holiday parties, showers, and weddings, offering bartenders the opportunity to work a variety of high-touch service formats.

At Sorella, bartenders are trusted hospitality professionals. We value poise, attention to detail, confidence on the floor, and a genuine passion for guest experience. In return, we offer a supportive, team-driven environment, consistent volume, strong earning potential, and the opportunity to grow with one of Cleveland’s premier dining destinations.

At the heart of everything we do is a team that values creativity, dedication, and the artistry of hospitality. If you’re passionate about the craft and ready to grow with a dynamic and evolving group, we’d love to meet you!

Join our team as a Bartender where your skills will shine in a fun and energetic atmosphere!

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $20.00 - $50.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid training
• Referral program

Work Location: In person