Bartender - Stereo 41

Stereo 41 is a restaurant, bar, and hi-fi listening lounge rooted in Middle Eastern cuisine with Japanese nuance and California sensibility. Our kitchen is driven by precision, creativity, and a dedication to detail — blending tradition with innovation in every dish we serve.

Position Overview:
As a Bartender at Stereo 41, you are an essential part of the guest experience — blending exceptional technique with storytelling and hospitality. You’ll craft cocktails with precision, guide guests through our beverage offerings and maintain a smooth, efficient, and energetic bar environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide warm, knowledgeable, and engaging service to bar guests

• Prepare cocktails, highballs, and beverages to spec with speed and accuracy

• Maintain bar cleanliness, organization, and restocking throughout service

• Collaborate with bar and floor team to ensure smooth service flow

• Assist in batching, prep, inventory, and bar opening/closing duties

• Understand and explain the flavor profiles and ingredients in drinks and spirits

• Promote responsible alcohol service and comply with all health and safety guidelines

• Help curate the guest experience by connecting beverage offerings to the broader Stereo 41 concept

• Handle payments and manage tabs using the POS system

• Uphold high standards for bar presentation and guest interaction

Qualifications:

• Minimum 2 years of bartending experience in high-volume or craft cocktail settings

• Strong knowledge of spirits, sake, wines, beer, and cocktail techniques

• Experience with Japanese ingredients, sake, or highball machines a major plus

• Excellent memory, efficiency, and multitasking abilities

• ServSafe and alcohol service certification required (or willingness to obtain)

• Must be able to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs

• Collaborative, professional, and enthusiastic approach to guest service

• Flexible schedule — must be available nights, weekends, and holidays

Why Join Stereo 41?
We’re building more than a kitchen — we’re building a culture. At Stereo 41, we’re committed to raising the standard of hospitality, cuisine, and the employee experience. Join us and grow with a team that values creativity, respect, and a shared passion for great food and music.