Johnny J's Pub & Grille, Portage Lakes (3333 Manchester Rd #3, Akron, OH 44319) is an Irish-style pub with sports on the screens, open daily 11am–2:30am. We're hiring a Bartender to craft cocktails, prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, and keep the bar clean and organized during shifts, including a weekly deep-clean, through the location's Monday–Friday $5-for-$5 happy hour (2–5pm).
About Johnny J's Pub & Grille (Portage Lakes): Johnny J's Pub & Grille (Portage Lakes) — a local Restaurant / Sports Bar serving Akron.
What you'll do:
- Greet guests and provide friendly, attentive service
- Take food and beverage orders accurately
- Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, including craft cocktails
- Demonstrate menu knowledge and make recommendations to guests
- Ensure food and drinks are delivered promptly and accurately
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bar, including a weekly deep-clean
- Process payments and handle cash/credit transactions
- Follow all alcohol service and food safety guidelines
What you'll need:
- Previous serving or bartending experience preferred but not required
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Reliable transportation and dependable attendance
- Ability to stand, walk, lift, and carry items throughout a shift
- Must meet Ohio requirements for serving alcohol
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Nice to have:
- Strong communication skills
- POS system experience
- 2+ years of high-volume bartending experience
- Knowledge of common bar drinks, liquors, beer, and wine
Schedule: Scheduled as Full-Time or Part-Time, with shifts across the pub's daily 11am–2:30am hours. Availability for nights, weekends, and early mornings is needed.