Bartender

BARTENDER – SAVOY PIZZERIA & CRAFT BAR

Join the Max Hospitality Team!

Savoy, located in the heart of West Hartfords vibrant dining scene, is seeking an upbeat, reliable, and guest-focused Bartender to join our team. If you're passionate about craft cocktails, great pizza, and creating a fun and welcoming bar experience, we want to meet you!

Max Hospitality is committed to providing an outstanding dining experience, focusing on creative, high-quality dishes with an emphasis on local ingredients and modern culinary techniques. We are looking for individuals who share our dedication to hospitality and want to grow within a supportive, high-performing team. The ideal candidate will bring a professional demeanor, excellent communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, upscale setting.

Savoy is known for its wood-fired pizzas, craft cocktails, and upscale yet approachable Italian dishes. Highly rated by Zagat and consistently named one of the top restaurants in the Farmington Valley area, Savoy blends tradition with creativity, offering guests a casual neighborhood vibe with elevated culinary standards. Our mission is to provide every guest with a memorable dining experience by offering the finest Italian dishes and a welcoming atmosphere.

Benefits:

- Competitive Pay

- Employee Discount on Meals

- Flexible Scheduling

- Opportunities for Growth and Advancement

- 401(k) with matching up to 4%

- Health insurance

- Dental insurance

- Vision insurance

- Paid time off

- Paid sick time

- Referral program

- Life, accident, critical illness & pet insurance

- Career development within the Max Hospitality group

Responsibilities:

- Prepare and serve a variety of cocktails, beers, wines, and non-alcoholic drinks

- Provide fast, friendly, and accurate service to bar guests and dining room patrons

- Maintain a clean and organized bar area throughout the shift

- Follow recipes and presentation standards for all drink offerings

- Accurately process cash and credit transactions

- Check guest identification and ensure responsible alcohol service

- Restock bar items and support inventory tracking

- Contribute to a fun, smooth-running service environment

Qualifications

What Were Looking For

Experience:

- Minimum 1 year of bartending experience in a casual or high-volume restaurant or bar

- Familiarity with craft beer, classic and house cocktails, and basic wine knowledge

- Experience with POS systems and bar service workflow

- TIPS or ServSafe Alcohol certification is a plus

Skills and Qualities:

- Friendly, approachable, and outgoing personality

- Ability to multitask and stay organized during fast-paced service

- Strong communication and guest engagement skills

- Team-oriented with a collaborative attitude

- Attention to cleanliness, bar setup, and drink consistency

- Comfortable working both behind the bar and engaging tableside when needed

- Open availability including weekends and evenings

Diversity Creates a Healthy Atmosphere:

Max Hospitality is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants with criminal backgrounds are encouraged to apply.