Bartender

Position Overview

The Bartender is responsible for delivering exceptional hospitality while executing Logan Inn's beverage program with consistency, precision, and professionalism. From classic cocktails to genuine guest interactions, every bartender plays a vital role in creating memorable experiences while maintaining the highest standards of quality, cleanliness, and teamwork.

The Bartender reports to the Bar Manager and General Manager.

Position Summary

Hospitality comes first. Every decision should reflect our commitment to quality, consistency, cleanliness, urgency, and genuine care for every guest.

Committed to continuous improvement, every Logan Inn team member challenges themselves to make one thing better each day. Whether it's a warmer greeting, a cleaner station, a faster ticket time, a better cocktail, or a more memorable guest interaction, excellence is built one improvement at a time.

Bartenders are expected to deliver exceptional hospitality while maintaining high standards of beverage quality, product knowledge, cleanliness, efficiency, and teamwork.

Primary Responsibilities

Guest Experience

• Deliver exceptional hospitality while actively tending bar.
• Create a welcoming, engaging atmosphere for every guest.
• Build genuine connections through thoughtful recommendations, product knowledge, and memorable service.
• Resolve guest concerns professionally while exceeding expectations whenever possible.

Beverage Program

• Prepare cocktails, beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages according to Logan Inn standards with consistency, speed, precision, and attention to detail.
• Maintain expert knowledge of the beverage menu, seasonal offerings, classic cocktails, spirits, wine, and beer.
• Ensure every beverage meets Logan Inn quality standards.

Operations

• Maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked bar throughout each shift.
• Complete opening, closing, stocking, cleaning, and side work responsibilities.
• Restock liquor, beer, wine, mixers, garnishes, glassware, and supplies.
• Take ownership of the bar by anticipating needs and leaving every station better than you found it.
• Follow all Company policies, dress code, attendance standards, health and safety procedures, and responsible alcohol service guidelines.

Teamwork

• Work collaboratively with every member of the Logan Inn team.
• Bring a consistently positive attitude toward guests, teammates, and yourself. Positivity is non-negotiable.
• Receive coaching with humility and actively pursue continuous improvement.
• Attend staff meetings and required training sessions while helping build a culture rooted in kindness, accountability, urgency, quality, and hospitality.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of bartending experience.
• Passion for hospitality and creating an inviting, inclusive environment.
• Strong knowledge of classic cocktails, spirits, wine, and beer.
• Comfortable working a variety of shifts, including the main bar, floor service, patio, and private events.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain calm, organized, and hospitable in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Must possess or obtain and maintain valid Illinois BASSET and Illinois Food Handler Certifications within the required timeframe after hire.

Compensation

$12.62/hour + Tips. This is a non-exempt hourly position paid weekly in accordance with Company payroll policies. Employees are eligible for overtime and participation in Logan Inn's tip-sharing program in accordance with applicable laws and Company policy.

Benefits (for eligible employees)

• Health insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Paid Time Off
• Weekly paychecks
• Employee dining discounts at Logan Inn and participating neighborhood restaurants
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities
• Participation in future Company-sponsored benefit programs as they become available

Our Philosophy

Logan Inn exists to become the most hospitable business in Chicago.

Hospitality isn't a department. It's the foundation of everything we do.

We believe a great bar is about more than exceptional cocktails. It's about creating a place where neighbors gather, conversations linger, craftsmanship is celebrated, and every guest feels genuinely cared for. It's a feeling.

We believe extraordinary hospitality is created through thousands of small moments executed consistently, thoughtfully, and with genuine care.

If you love taking care of people, appreciate exceptional cocktails, thrive on teamwork, and want to help build something truly special from the ground up, we'd love to meet you.