Bartender

Pay: $17.13 to $17.13 per hour

Description
Why This Role Matters
The Bartender is responsible for preparing and serving beverages while creating a welcoming and engaging guest experience. This role plays a key part in maintaining smooth bar operations, ensuring compliance with alcohol service laws, and supporting the overall success of the restaurant.
What You'll Do
Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipes and guest preferences
Provide excellent guest service by fostering a friendly, professional, and welcoming atmosphere
Maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of the bar and surrounding areas
Follow all state, local, and company guidelines for responsible alcohol service and guest safety
Restock, rotate, and maintain bar inventory, ensuring accuracy and freshness of products
Handle cash, credit card, and POS transactions accurately and responsibly
Assist with opening and closing duties, including setup, breakdown, and side work
Support team members in ensuring smooth front-of-house operations
Demonstrate and uphold all TRAPCHK core values of teamwork, respect, accountability, professionalism, communication, honesty, and kindness
What's In It For You
Competitive pay ($17.13/hr. + tips)
Medical insurance – 80% employer paid after 60 days (with qualifying hours)
401(k) with company match (eligible after 1 year of service)
Voluntary dental and vision coverage
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid sick leave (per WA state/local laws)
Employee meal discounts
Opportunities for advancement within a growing restaurant group
Supportive, team-oriented culture
Requirements
What You Bring to the Table
Previous experience as a bartender or in a related role preferred
Strong knowledge of mixology, drink recipes, and bar equipment
Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Must be at least 21 years of age
Valid Washington State MAST (Mixologist/Alcohol Server Training) Permit required prior to first day of work
High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Physical Demands & Work Environment
Regularly required to stand, walk, and reach throughout the shift
Frequently lift and carry up to 25 lbs.; occasionally up to 50 lbs. with or without assistance
Work performed in a bar and restaurant environment with exposure to alcohol, cleaning chemicals, hot/cold surfaces, and moderate noise levels
Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including non-slip footwear, is required
Compliance & Equal Opportunity
This role is classified as non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Employees in this role are entitled to overtime pay for hours worked over 40 in a workweek (or applicable state law standard).
Trapper's Sushi is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.