Lead Mixologist

Lead Mixologist Thornton Distilling Company Thornton, IL Job Details Full-time $12 - $15 an hour + tips 4 days ago Benefits Paid training Health insurance Paid time off Employee discount Opportunities for advancement Qualifications Cost management Menu design Maintaining an organized workspace Quality assurance within food and beverage industry Operations management Procedural guides New product development 5 years Shift management Managing hospitality teams Cost control Performance management Team development FIFO Team management Receiving shipments Staff training Bar management Quality control operations Training & development Clean workspace maintenance Senior level POS systems Stock rotation Customer complaint resolution Hospitality management

Full Job Description About Us:

Thornton Distilling Company (TDC) is an award-winning cocktail bar and restaurant located in a historic brewery building dating back to 1857 in Thornton, IL. Our recently-restored facility features a craft distillery, cocktail bar, restaurant, and private event space, offering a truly unique experience just south of Chicago. To learn more about our rich history, visit Thorntondistilling.com. Do you have 5+ years of bartending experience? Are you passionate about hospitality? Do you enjoy crafting innovative cocktails and enhancing flavor profiles? Are you a whiskey enthusiast or eager to learn more? If so, we want to hear from you! Join our friendly and dedicated team as we strive to exceed our guests' expectations and deliver a memorable craft cocktail and dining experience. About the

Position:

Creative beverage development position with potential for career advancement. 4-5 shifts per week (Wednesday-Sunday). Priority scheduling for special events/weddings at $200 per event, plus cash tips. Weekly dedicated prep shift at higher rate of pay for expertly batching cocktails and product development. Competitive hourly pay + tips Beverage Program Development Learn about our building's history, cocktail techniques, and craft spirits production. Masterfully curate seasonal cocktail menus to best showcase our craft spirits. Contribute ideas to enhance the beverage program, including NA options and specialty cocktails. Support menu engineering efforts to drive profitability and guest satisfaction. Leadership & Team Development Lead by example in professionalism, service standards, cleanliness, and bar execution. Supervise and support bartenders during shifts; provide real-time coaching and performance feedback. Train new bartenders on recipes, service standards, POS usage, batching procedures, and liquor law compliance. Assist management in developing and maintaining SOPs for bar operations. Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and elevated guest experience. Bar Operations & Organization Maintain organization, cleanliness, and proper pars of all bar areas at all times. Ensure prep lists, batching schedules, and inventory standards are executed consistently. Oversee batching of cocktails to ensure recipe accuracy, quality control, and cost efficiency. Monitor portion control and minimize waste. Product Management & Cost Control Assist with receiving and verifying product quality and quantities. Monitor beverage cost percentages and identify opportunities to improve margins. Maintain proper rotation (FIFO) and storage of all products. Guest Experience Ensure consistent, elevated service standards across all shifts. Proactively resolve guest concerns and maintain a hospitality-first approach. Support private events and high-volume service execution when needed.

Work Location:

In-person Equal Opportunity Employer:

Thornton Distilling Company is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. We look forward to learning more about you!

Benefits:

Employee discount Shift meal Paid time off Paid training

Health Insurance Pay:

$12.00 - $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Paid training

Work Location:

In person