Bartender Wellness Counter (By Wellness Sushi) Boulder, CO Job Details Part-time | Full-time $18
- $22 an hour 2 hours ago Benefits Paid training Health insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Paid sick time Qualifications Hospitality Recipe adherence Bar sanitation Food service customer order management Bar storage area management Bar cleaning Wine knowledge In-person customer service Bar setup Food and beverage recommendations Toast POS Beverage pairing Bar storage maintenance Payment processing in food service POS systems Entry level Full Job Description
ABOUT WELLNESS COUNTER
Wellness Counter is a refined Japanese restaurant on Pearl Street in Boulder — a sushi and chef's counter built around seasonal ingredients, precise technique, and warm, intentional hospitality. Our beverage program is focused and chef-driven: we prize balance, restraint, and clarity over volume or spectacle, with a point of view rooted in Japanese spirits, sake, and seasonal produce — including a thoughtful zero-proof list.
THE ROLE
We are looking for a Bartender who executes with precision and hospitality in equal measure. You will craft our cocktails to exact standards, guide guests through the sake and spirits list, and keep a clean, composed, well-paced bar through service. This is a strong opportunity for someone who wants to grow within a serious program.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Prepare cocktails consistently and to spec, with attention to balance and dilution
- Guide guests through cocktails, sake, wine, and zero-proof options with confidence
- Maintain bar cleanliness, organization, stocking, and station readiness
- Manage pacing and quality during service in coordination with the FOH team
- Follow recipes, systems, and inventory procedures accurately
- Enter orders and process payment on our POS (Toast)
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
- Previous bartending experience preferred, ideally in a craft, program-driven, or chef-driven environment
- Solid grasp of classic technique, balance, and consistent execution
- Interest in Japanese spirits, sake, and a clean, refined style
- Calm, organized, and detail-oriented under pressure; a collaborative team member
- Evening and weekend availability strongly preferred
- Must be at least 18 years old and legally authorized to work in the United States
COMPENSATION
- Base pay $18
- 22 plus tip-pool share; estimated total $32
- 45/hour based on experience and service volume
- This position participates in the restaurant's tip pool.
Pooled tips are shared among hourly team members and distributed according to role.
BENEFITS
- Staff meals during shifts
- Employee dining discount
- Paid training
- Paid sick leave in accordance with Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act
- Health insurance available for eligible full-time employees
HOW TO APPLY
Please email your resume and a brief introduction to with the subject line: "Bartender — Wellness Counter." Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Wellness Counter is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Pay:
$18.00
00 per hour
Benefits:
Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid training
Work Location:
In person