Part-Time Bartender

Bartender Job DescriptionReports To: Food & Beverage ManagerShift Direction: Assistant Food & Beverage Manager and designated supervisorWork Schedule: Varies with Club operations; may include mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and events. Must be able to work mornings and evenings Monday through Sunday.

FLSA Status: Hourly, Non-ExemptABOUT THE CLUBOswego Lake Country Club, founded in 1924, is a private, member-owned golf and country club located in the heart of Lake Oswego, Oregon. Oswego Lake is a neighborhood club whose members live in or near Lake Oswego.

Known for its welcoming and friendly atmosphere, Oswego Lake prides itself on its professional and courteous staff, a superbly conditioned golf course, excellent practice facilities, and a historic, recently updated clubhouse that serves as the hub for active dining and social activities.

Our goal is to be the best private club in the PNW; therefore, we seek individuals who are passionate about hospitality and committed to providing genuine service to our members and fellow employees.POSITION SUMMARYThe Bartender provides professional, welcoming service to members and guests while preparing consistent, accurately recorded beverages for the bar, dining room, and assigned events.

This position maintains a clean, stocked bar and protects product quality through proper recipes, handling, and portion control.The Bartender coordinates with servers and Server Assistants (SAs) to prepare service orders and communicate when beverages are ready for pickup through the Club's paging system.

The role supports beverage inventory and responsible alcohol service under the direction of Food & Beverage leadership.CORE VALUES AND DESIRED CHARACTERISTICSGenuine Hospitality: Creates a warm welcome and makes members and guests feel recognized and well cared for.Standards Matter: Takes pride in service, appearance, cleanliness, accuracy, and attention to detail.Team First: Communicates clearly, supports coworkers, and helps wherever service needs attention.Member Focused: Learns member preferences and anticipates needs while respecting privacy and Club policies.Ownership and Accountability: Follows through on assigned tasks and communicates concerns before they affect service.Integrity and Trust: Uses sound judgment and handles member information, transactions, and Club resources honestly.Organized and Dependable: Arrives prepared, keeps work areas ready, and responds promptly to changing priorities.Positive and Professional: Remains calm, respectful, and receptive to feedback during busy service periods.Every employee at OLCC is expected to contribute positively to the member experience, support fellow team members, and uphold the Club's mission, values, and service standards.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESBeverage Service and Member ExperienceWelcome bar members and guests, learn preferences, and provide attentive beverage and assigned food service.Maintain knowledge of cocktails, spirits, beer, wine, nonalcoholic selections, menus, and specials; make informed recommendations.Prepare drinks using approved recipes, measured pours, glassware, garnishes, and presentation standards; communicate unavailable items and expected delays.Follow responsible alcohol service procedures, including required identification checks, monitoring consumption, and refusing service when required; involve management promptly.Service Bar Coordination and PagingPrepare dining room and event beverage orders accurately and in coordination with the service team's timing and priorities.Use the Club paging system to notify assigned servers or SAs when beverages are ready, following approved table and pickup procedures.Organize completed orders for correct pickup; verify table information, item counts, and special requests with the receiving team member.Communicate uncollected orders, delays, remakes, and paging problems promptly; coordinate coverage and keep the pickup area clean and accessible.Inventory and Product ControlsStock beverages, ice, mixers, garnishes, glassware, and supplies; monitor shortages and assist with inventory counts as directed.Follow approved storage, rotation, portion control, waste, and breakage procedures; report damaged or substandard products.Enter and verify orders and charges in the POS system; follow member billing, payment, cash handling, and reconciliation procedures.Obtain required approvals for comps, voids, and adjustments; document waste or remakes and communicate discrepancies to leadership.Opening and Closing StandardsAttend pre-shift meetings and complete assigned bar setup, side work, opening, and closing checklists.Maintain sanitary glassware, ice handling, garnish preparation, tools, equipment, and work surfaces throughout service.Clean and secure the bar, store products correctly, restock for the next shift, and complete assigned closing records.Report spills, hazards, maintenance needs, and equipment failures; use safe lifting and handling practices.Events and Team SupportSupport member events, private events, and other outlets as assigned; follow beverage selections and service instructions in the Banquet Event Order (BEO).Maintain accurate event beverage consumption records, including wine or product identification and quantities, for post-event billing when assigned.Assist teammates, share product knowledge, and perform other related duties under the designated supervisor or Banquet Captain.QUALIFICATIONSExperiencePrevious bartending experience preferred, ideally in a private club, upscale restaurant, hotel, or event environment.Experience preparing cocktails, serving wine and beer, managing service tickets, and using POS systems is a plus.Skills and AttributesWorking knowledge of beverage products, cocktail techniques, measured pours, and wine service.Warm member service, clear communication, and sound judgment with alcohol service concerns.Ability to balance bar guests and service orders while maintaining accuracy, cleanliness, and consistent recipes.Basic inventory and transaction skills; ability to learn Club POS and paging systems and follow product controls.EducationHigh school diploma or equivalent preferred; relevant bartending or hospitality experience may be considered in lieu of formal education.Additional beverage, wine, or hospitality training is a plus.Permits and TrainingMaintain required Oregon alcohol service and food handling permits or certifications.Complete Club training in recipes, responsible alcohol service, sanitation, POS procedures, and paging.PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENTEssential functions may be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.Stand and walk for extended periods; bend, reach, and work at bar and service stations throughout the shift.Lift and carry beverage supplies, ice, glassware, and trays; use assistance or appropriate equipment for heavy loads.Work safely around wet surfaces, glassware, refrigeration, and bar equipment; follow Club handling and sanitation procedures.Work in indoor bars, outdoor outlets, and event spaces as assigned, with evenings, weekends, holidays, and varying hours based on Club needs.

Must be willing to cross train into other areas of the club - service and events service.