Bartender at Philadelphia Distilling

Position Bartender
Posted 28 Mar 2026
Expired 27 Apr 2026
Company Philadelphia Distilling
Location Philadelphia | US
Job Type Full Time

Job Description:

Latest job information from Philadelphia Distilling for the position of Bartender. If the Bartender vacancy in Philadelphia matches your qualifications, please submit your latest application or CV directly through the updated Jobkos job portal.

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This is a Full-Time role based at Philadelphia Distilling in Philadelphia, PA. This position requires you to work Wednesday - Sunday each week. 

What the Role Is 

Opened in 2005, Philadelphia Distilling is the first craft distillery built in Pennsylvania since the Prohibition era. We believe passionate spirit drinkers appreciate high-quality, American-crafted spirits. Thus, Philadelphia Distilling educates the public through its historically based brands, while delivering the finest handcrafted premium spirits and botanicals.  We are craft cocktail oriented and showcasing what we make in house is the focus of our seasonal cocktail programming. 

The distillery's flagship brand, Bluecoat American Dry Gin, has been the recipient of numerous awards including the coveted "BEST GIN" and "DOUBLE GOLD MEDAL" from the San Francisco World Spirits Competition, along with critical acclaim from The Wall Street Journal, Time Magazine, Wine Enthusiast, Imbibe Magazine and GQ Magazine. 

Philadelphia Distilling has a beautiful tasting room and enclosed patio capable of hosting over 150 people as well as an exclusive 65-seat 4th floor private events space. After a dedicated prep day on Wednesday, we run regular bar service Thursday-Sunday, often with concurrent private events. Additionally, we regularly host full buyout weddings and corporate events in addition to our smaller events throughout the year.  Because our mission revolves around brand advocacy and outreach, we also have a robust offsite event/tasting program that could require local travel.

The Philadelphia Distilling Bartender will be responsible for creating a memorable and unique experience within our tasting room and for efficient food and cocktail service. The bartender will be responsible for entertaining & educating guests, providing effective beverage service and maintaining the bar’s cleanliness and overall appearance.

How You Will Spend Your Time?

  • All Philadelphia Distilling Bartenders split their time between bar and floor service. This ensures that every guest receives service from a capable and informed cocktail bartender even if they are not sitting at the bar. All tips are pooled and shared evenly regardless of daily role assignment.
  • Provide an exceptional guest experience and connect with visitors through brand education and cocktails elections from our seasonal menu or curated off-menu drinks, while always maintaining a positive guest/customer relation
  • Develop and maintain knowledge of fall Philadelphia Distilling products, along with classic and modern classic cocktail understanding
  • Execute proper bartending techniques while preparing a wide variety of cocktails, ensuring accuracy in recipes, garnishes, ingredients, portion sizes, replication, and presentation to the standards of our cocktail program
  • Work together with the rest of the front-of-house team and maintaining efficient work pace to ensure guest satisfaction
  • Help develop new bar offerings such as new seasonal cocktails and specials
  • Maintain the highest health standards, hygiene, sanitation and cleanliness in the beverage/bar area to meet local, state and government guidelines.
  • Strictly abide by state liquor regulations, particularly those prohibiting service to minors, intoxicated individuals, and driving while under the influence.
  • Participate in continuous training and educational opportunities to further develop brand advocacy concepts. This involves seasonal menu testing and practice rounds to ensure thorough product knowledge and cocktail creation efficiency.
  • Role will report to Bar Manager

 Who You Are… 

Required Skills and Experience:

  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent required
  • Minimum 2 years’ experience in a craft-cocktail bartending role
  • RAMP certified or willingness to attain RAMP certification within 90 days of hiring
  • Proven mastery of craft cocktail theory and execution as well as a solid fundamental knowledge of spirits and distillation
  • Service Oriented Mindset–proactive in looking for ways to help guests and other staff members
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey information effectively, from the guest and staff prospective
  • Comfortable in cooperative team environments as well as working alone
  • Ability to work flexible hours including nights and weekends is required
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining professionalism
  • Ability to operate and input orders into a point-of-sale (POS) system.

Physical Requirements
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing duties of the job, employee is frequently required to:

  • Speak, stand, walk, use hands and fingers to handle, or feel objects, reach with hands and arms.
  • Ability to safely lift and carry a service tray containing beverages and remove empty glassware or flatware from tables.
  • Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
  • Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, and pulling.
  • Must be able to stand/work for up to 8 hours

Benefits

  • Paid Vacation
  • 11 Paid Holidays
  • Health, Dental & Vision eligibility from day one
  • FSA/HSA
  • 401K match
  • EAP
  • Maternity/Paternity Leave

Heaven Hill and its affiliates are committed to fostering a diverse workforce as an Equal Employment Opportunity company. We invite applications from candidates of all backgrounds, without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, natural origin, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

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Job Info:

  • Company: Philadelphia Distilling
  • Position: Bartender
  • Work Location: Philadelphia
  • Country: US

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