Bartender

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At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise “a helpful smile in every aisle” and those smiles can only come from a workforce that is fully engaged and committed to supporting our customers and each other.
 

Job Title: Bartender

Department: Market Grille

FLSA: Hourly

Revision Date: 07/2026

About Hy-Vee

At Hy-Vee, we believe the shortest distance between two people is a smile. We're seeking people with a passion for customer service, a willingness to learn, and a commitment to being part of a team that strives to make our customers' lives easier, healthier and happier.

The Role and Why It's Important

Our Bartenders are at the heart of the Market Grille guest experience, creating a welcoming atmosphere and crafting drinks that keep guests coming back. In this role, you'll provide friendly, attentive service, monitor bar inventory, and ensure every guest feels taken care of from the moment they sit down.

If you enjoy working with people, take pride in a well-run bar, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we'd love to have you on our team.

What You'll Do

No two shifts are exactly the same, but here's what you can expect:

• Greet guests with a smile, learn their names, and create a friendly, welcoming atmosphere throughout every interaction

• Take beverage orders from guests or serving staff and present drink menus with knowledgeable recommendations

• Mix ingredients including liquor, soda, water, sugar, and bitters to prepare cocktails and other drinks

• Serve wine and bottled or draft beer

• Check identification to verify age requirements for alcohol purchases

• Accept guest payment, process credit card charges, and make change where applicable

• Stock the bar with beer, wine, liquor, and related supplies including ice, glassware, napkins, and straws

• Clean glasses, utensils, bar equipment, work areas, and tables throughout your shift

• Monitor bar inventory and take appropriate action to maintain adequate stock levels

• Answer the telephone promptly and provide friendly, helpful service to guests who call

• Assist in other areas of the store as needed and take on special projects as assigned

• Maintain strict adherence to personal hygiene, dress standards, and all Hy-Vee policies and store guidelines

• Report to work when scheduled and on time

Your Skills

To be successful, you'll need to be able to:

• Solve practical problems and interpret instructions across a variety of situations with limited standardization

• Perform arithmetic calculations involving fractions, decimals, and percentages

• Handle money accurately and operate a point-of-sale system

• Compose original correspondence and follow technical manuals and written work instructions

• Communicate clearly and professionally with guests, team members, and store leadership

Reporting Relationships

Accountable and Reports to: Store Director; Store Manager; Assistant Managers of Store Operations, Perishables, and Health Wellness Home; Food Service Manager; Market Grille Department Manager; Assistant Market Grille Department Managers; Service Managers

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required

• 6 months to 1 year of related work experience required

Physical Requirements

• Frequently stand and walk throughout a shift in sales, food service, or delivery areas

• Where applicable to the role: ability to safely use sharp knives and blades for food preparation

• Where applicable to the role: exposure to heat- and burn-related hazards associated with cooking, baking, or grilling equipment

• Where applicable to the role: ability to operate a delivery vehicle in accordance with applicable DOT standards

• Perform repetitive standing, walking, reaching, and bending associated with order fulfillment, POS transactions, and cleaning/sanitation duties

Working Environment

This is a fast-paced food service environment where you will be on your feet and engaging with guests throughout your shift. You will have exposure to possible equipment movement hazards and cleaning chemicals or solvents. Safety is always a priority, and training is provided to help ensure a safe and supportive work environment.

The anticipated hourly starting wage for this position is $13.50 to $16.80 depending on experience.

For information on company benefits visit Benefits | Hy-Vee.

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre employment drug screen.