Norton’s Restaurant of Green Lake, WI (now under Gage Marine’s family of businesses!) is hiring Bartenders to join our team! As a bartender, you’ll play a vital role in creating an exceptional dining experience by preparing alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverages, interacting with customers, taking orders and serving snacks and drinks, assessing bar customers' needs and preferences and making recommendations. 

IDEAL CANDIDATE

If you’re high-energy, detail-oriented, and thrive in a fast-paced, team-focused environment, this is a great opportunity to gain hospitality experience in a fun lakeside setting. 

ABOUT GAGE MARINE   

Gage Marine Corporation includes Gage Marine Boat Sales and Service, Lake Geneva Cruise Line, PIER 290 Restaurant, Norton’s Restaurant, Lake Life Catering, and the Lake Life Store. Founded in 1873, our family of businesses brings the spirit of the lake life to locals and visitors across Wisconsin. With a passion for fun and a commitment to excellence, we serve our customers, colleagues, and community every day. Gage Marine has locations in Delavan, Fontana, Green Lake, Lake Geneva, Minocqua, and Williams Bay. Lake Life Begins with Gage. 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Prepare and serve a wide variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, ensuring high-quality presentation and taste.
• Maintain a clean and organized bar area, adhering to food safety standards.
• Engage with customers to provide recommendations based on their preferences and ensure satisfaction.
• Manage inventory levels of bar supplies, including ordering and restocking as necessary.
• Collaborate with kitchen staff to coordinate beverage pairings with menu items.
• Utilize POS system for order processing and payment transactions efficiently.
• Demonstrate knowledge of cocktail recipes, techniques, and trends to create innovative drink offerings.
• Assist in catering events, banquets, or special occasions as required.

QUALIFICATIONS 

• Previous experience in the food industry is essential, with a focus on catering or fine dining preferred.
• Strong customer service skills with the ability to interact positively with guests.
• Basic math skills for handling cash transactions and managing inventory.
• Knowledge of food safety practices is required to ensure compliance with health regulations
• Experience using POS or similar point-of-sale systems is advantageous.
• A passion for mixology and an eagerness to learn about new trends in beverages.

WORK SCHEDULE 

Part-time positions are available. We offer flexible scheduling, with nights, weekends, and holiday shifts required.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY 

Gage Marine Corporation is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. All employment decisions, including hiring, promotions, compensation, and benefits, are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs.