Fabian's Italian Bistro & Bar in Fair Oaks is an award-winning, family-owned restaurant, offering a hand crafted, seasonal menu featuring local ingredients. We are seeking talented applicants with a passion for food and fine dining to join our team. Join our warm, family-oriented team at Fabian's Italian Bistro! We are seeking an experienced and creative LEAD BARTENDER to elevate our beverage program, lead our bar staff, and deliver exceptional hospitality.

HIGHLIGHTS:

$20/hr + tips

Two consecutive days off: Monday/Tuesday

25-30 Hours per week

Set schedule: Wednesday - Sunday nights

Upscale bar atmosphere

Supportive, family-owned work environment

Key Responsibilities:

Create and update seasonal cocktail menus

Ensure compliance with responsible alcohol service, ABC regulations, and safety standards

Maintain a clean, organized, and visually appealing bar area at all times

Prepare and maintain all in-house spirits, mixes and garnished

Deliver exceptional guest service and handle inquiries or concerns professionally

Collaborate with kitchen on pairings, special events, and wine dinners

Manage POS transactions, cash handling, and nightly reporting

Qualifications:

2+ years professional bartending experience; prior lead or supervisory role strongly preferred

Deep knowledge of wines, classic cocktails, and mixology

Current TIPS or California RBS certification (or ability to obtain immediately)

Strong leadership, communication, and team-building skills

Experience with POS systems and basic inventory management

Flexible availability including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Passion for fine dining, hospitality, and creating memorable guest experiences

Must be 21+ years old and able to pass a background check

All applicants must possess or be able to obtain all certifications within 30 days of employment and obtain any additional certifications required by law.