We're hiring a bartender who can own the bar during dinner and happy hour, make guests feel like they're somewhere special, and keep the energy high without sacrificing precision.

Job specifications:

Mix and serve craft cocktails, classics, whiskey pours, wine, and beer to bar guests and the dining room. Know (or quickly learn) our seasonal drink list, whiskey selection, and pairings with the food. Handle POS, cash, and cards; keep the bar stocked, clean, and organized; help with inventory and prep. Create a warm, professional experience at the bar and on the patio—great conversation, timely service, and the kind of hospitality that turns first-timers into regulars.

Requirements:

21 or older (Missouri law: you must be 21 to mix or serve across the bar). Prior bartending experience, ideally in a cocktail-focused or full-service restaurant. Whiskey knowledge and comfort with a changing seasonal list are big pluses. Strong guest skills, reliability, and the ability to stay calm and accurate when it's busy. Ability to work Tuesday-Saturday evenings (we're closed Sunday and Monday). Shifts typically cover happy hour (Tue-Fri 3-5 pm) through close. Physical stamina for a busy bar: standing, moving cases, and working on your feet. If you take pride in a well-made drink, remember regulars' names, and want to work in a place that feels different from every other restaurant on Olive, we'd like to meet you.

•To apply:

•Email your resume and a short note about why Cobalt to logan@cobaltsmokesea.com, or stop by during non-peak hours and ask to talk to us. Mention this posting. Cobalt Smoke & Sea is an equal-opportunity employer. We hire based on ability and fit, not on anything else.