About the role
Description Part-Time or Full-Time | Must Work Sundays | Hourly + Tips We’re looking for a talented Bartender to join the crew at Mortar & Pestle , our craft cocktail bar inside Curry Up Now San Mateo. If you’ve got the speed, the style, and the spirit to deliver top-tier drinks with serious hospitality—we want to meet you. You’ll crush this role if you: Know your way around a jigger, shaker, and muddler
Can batch with precision and pour with flair
Are fluent in classic cocktails and curious about modern mixology
Can deliver warm, confident hospitality in a high-energy environment
Can work Sundays (non-negotiable—we need weekend warriors)
What you’ll be doing
- Mixing cocktails with consistency and creativity
- Providing stellar guest service at the bar and restaurant tables
- Supporting food and bar operations (including cleaning and restocking)
- Using the POS system efficiently
- Representing Mortar & Pestle with personality, knowledge, and pride
What we’re looking for
1+ year of bartending experience (restaurant or cocktail bar preferred)
RBS certification required
Food Handler’s certification required
- Strong communication skills (English required)
- Available to work Sundays , plus holidays and evenings
- Team player mindset—no ego, just hustle
- Perks: Hourly pay + tips
- Discounted meals at all Curry Up Now locations
- Sick leave (as per local/state/federal guidelines)
- Opportunities to grow with a fast-moving restaurant group
Apply today—bring your energy, your palate, and your hustle. Let’s shake things up together.
Requirements
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
At least 1 year Bartending experience
in a restaurant or bar
Demonstrated success in service excellence, customer service, beverage/food service hospitality
Knowledge of OSHA and EEOC regulations, restaurant/food safety procedures
Point of Sale (POS) knowledge/skills preferred
Ability to successfully perform all job duties of the Bartender role
Food Safety/Food Handler certification required
Strong organizational skills with excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to communicate with guests, staff, and management.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, in the English language
Possesses basic math skill (add, subtract, multiply, divide)
Places a value on diversity, community, and shows respect for others
Proven ability to problem solve and handle high stress situations
Must be prepared to multitask in accordance with the demands of the business
Ability to identify and anticipate opportunities and implement corrective action steps
Ability to work weekends, holidays, and evenings
Must have RBS