Lead Bartender - Yard Office Lounge

Location: The Yard Office Lounge – Cresson, PA

Status: Part-Time | Evenings (Thursday–Saturday), 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Compensation: $12.00/Hour + Tips

Reports To: Bar Manager

The Yard Office Lounge is a craft cocktail bar and small-plates lounge focused on intentional service, strong teamwork, and attention to detail. We are seeking a Shift Lead / Service Lead to act as the point person during service and help maintain consistency, flow, and standards each night. This role is ideal for someone ready to step into leadership, take ownership of the guest experience, and support both the team and operations in real time.

What You’ll Do

· Supports Bar Manager by directing other bartenders as assigned

· Verify identification and age requirements of customers

· Enforce company policies and state laws regarding the consumption of alcohol

· Open and maintain tabs throughout service

· Take/enter food and beverage orders into POS, prepare checks, and collect payments

· Mentors team members

· Act as the lead bartender and service person during shifts

· Direct service flow and support team members in real time

· Handle guest issues and ensure a positive experience

· Oversee opening and closing procedures

· Enforces House operating rules

· Ensure cleanliness, organization, and service standards are maintained- monitors’ appearance, upkeep, and cleanliness of all front of house equipment and facilities

· Be guest oriented and a positive representative of the Yard Office Lounge and the Station Inn

· Ensure employee dress and appearance codes according to policies and procedures

· Assists supervisors with weekly/monthly FOH supply inventory using par system provided.

· Completes other appropriate assignments assigned by the Bar Manager

· Share with guests’ local history, sites, and lore

· Build an in-depth knowledge of beer, wine and cocktails served

What We’re Looking For

· Strong reliability and leadership presence

· 2 + years experience in bartending REQUIRED

· At least 1 year supervising or leading a team PREFERRED

· Ability to stay calm and make decisions under pressure

· Team-first mindset and strong communication skills

· Availability Thursday–Saturday evenings

· Ability to build rapport with regular customers and Inn guests to create a positive atmosphere

· Reliable transportation to and from work

· 21+ years of age

· An appreciation for history and tradition a plus

Decision-Making Authority

If it affects the guest experience in the moment, you are empowered to make the decision. If it affects money, policy, or staff discipline, document and escalate to management.

This role works closely with the Yard Office Lounge Bar Manager in relaying guest and staff needs weekly.

This role also maintains guest and FOH staff safety standards during a shift.

Why This Role Matters

This role ensures that each shift runs smoothly and consistently. You are responsible for maintaining the standard of service and supporting the team so that guests have a seamless experience.

About The Property Open since 1993, The Station Inn B&B has provided comfortable lodging and tasty breakfasts to rail enthusiasts from all over the world. Situated 150 feet from the busy Norfolk Southern main line, guests relax on our front porch to take in the rail action. History buffs and railfans alike visit this area to explore the famous Horseshoe Curve, the Gallitzin Tunnels, and the Altoona area. We aim to provide a homestyle, comfortable experience for all of our guests. The inn has 12 rooms that sleep up to about 35 people in total.

Opening to the public after a 20-year hiatus, the beloved Yard Office Lounge is located in the basement of the Inn. There, we offer classic cocktails, small plates, and sweets in a laid-back relaxing atmosphere in our 1905 speakeasy-style bar & lounge area that complements the “feel” and decor of The Inn. Yard Office’s original Men’s Bar looks today much as it did in 1904 when it opened. Its ornate ceiling, tile floor and mirrored cherry backbar are a delight to the eye.

Our vision is to create a destination that seamlessly complements the Inn's existing ambiance, offering both our overnight guests and the local community a unique, quirky, and slightly elevated experience focused on crafted cocktails and a menu of shareable plates and desserts. We are intentionally aiming to be a destination for early evening enjoyment and nightcaps, rather than a late-night bar or full-service restaurant.

Planned public operating hours are planned to be Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Over time, we will re-evaluate our opening hours, and consider additional hours such as Sunday Brunch or Wednesday nights.

Service Philosophy

Our Inn is somewhat of a hybrid of a train station, a hunting cabin, and your grandparents’ house when you were a kid. We are a quirky, eccentric, and thoroughly comfortable haven where the charm is in the details—and the simplicity of our service. We stick with our menus, schedules, and routines. We incorporate new ideas thoughtfully and slowly. This consistent approach allows our team to avoid the complexity of bespoke requests* and instead dedicate their full energy to creating a warm, convivial, unpretentious atmosphere that feels like coming home. We handle essential food allergies with care but stay true to our menu and schedule, ensuring every guest enjoys the signature Station Inn experience.

*Except cocktails. Those can be bespoke!

Pay: $12.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid training

Work Location: In person