Mixologist

Randy's University Diner is seeking a creative and customer-focused Mixologist to prepare high-quality cocktails, mocktails, and specialty beverages. The ideal candidate will have strong beverage knowledge, excellent presentation skills, and a passion for creating memorable guest experiences while maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient bar environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve cocktails, mocktails, and specialty beverages.
• Develop creative drink recipes and seasonal beverage options.
• Maintain consistent beverage quality, taste, and presentation.
• Recommend drinks based on customer preferences.
• Provide friendly, professional, and attentive customer service.
• Prepare garnishes, syrups, and other beverage ingredients.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bar area.
• Monitor beverage inventory and report supply shortages.
• Assist with ordering ingredients, beverages, and bar supplies.
• Follow proper storage, handling, and stock-rotation procedures.
• Operate bar equipment safely and responsibly.
• Process customer orders and payments accurately.
• Coordinate with servers and other restaurant staff.
• Follow applicable food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards.
• Comply with responsible alcohol-service regulations where applicable.
• Verify customer age when required by law.
• Handle customer feedback and beverage-related concerns professionally.
• Support bar opening, closing, and cleaning procedures.

Qualifications & Skills

• Previous experience as a Mixologist, Bartender, or Beverage Specialist preferred.
• Strong knowledge of cocktails, mocktails, and beverage preparation.
• Creativity in developing new drinks and flavor combinations.
• Excellent drink presentation and garnishing skills.
• Strong customer-service and communication abilities.
• Knowledge of bar equipment and beverage ingredients.
• Basic inventory management and cash-handling skills.
• Understanding of hygiene, sanitation, and safe beverage handling.
• Ability to work efficiently in a busy restaurant environment.
• Strong attention to detail and time management.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Relevant mixology or bartending certification preferred where applicable.

Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Staff meals or discounts, subject to company policy.
• Opportunities to develop creative beverage recipes.
• Paid time off and additional benefits, subject to company policy.

Pay: $23.45 - $28.24 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person