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Sin & Tonic Chicago, IL
Job typeOther PostedOct 27, 2026 Apply byNov 26, 2026

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About this position

LEAD BARTENDER & SUPERVISOR

  • Compensation: $20 per hour + Overtime (Expected: 50–55 hours/week) | Eligible for Management Bonus Pool
  • Benefits: Comprehensive Management-Tier Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, Paid Time Off, Group Dining Discounts)
  • Schedule: Full-Time, Wednesday – Sunday (Closed Mondays & Tuesdays). Primarily closing shifts. We close at 11pm Sun, Wed, & Thur. 1am on Friday & Saturday.
ABOUT THE ROLE

Sin & Tonic is a new concept from The Fifty/50 Group, opening in Chicago's Andersonville neighborhood. Anchored by a 30-seat bar and designed around a Victorian tavern aesthetic, Sin & Tonic will focus on high-technique craft cocktails paired with an equal number of zero-proof "tonics".

We are seeking an experienced, operationally focused Lead Bartender and Supervisor to act as a crucial link between our bar team and leadership. This position is tailored for a seasoned bartender looking to take on real operational responsibility while working directly alongside partner and beverage director Andrew Marinelli on beverage development and menu iteration. You will be bartending 3-4 shifts per week and fill in where needed across the operation.

While this is a high-technique cocktail bar, we value discipline, reliability, and leadership over ego or mixology pedigree. Our lead bartender will go through the Fifty/50 Group's updated management training and assist Andrew with opening the establishment; it's a great learning opportunity.

At this establishment, there will be a strict zero-drinking policy while on shift. Candidates must take pride in running a clean, focused, professional room every single night.

Key Responsibilities

Supervisory & Operations Support

  • Lead and execute nightly bar closing procedures, ensuring security, cash reconciliation, register balancing, and proper facility lock-up.

  • Oversee prep, batching, station readiness, and sanitation standards across both the bar and floor.

  • Direct the bar team through peak volume, maintaining pace of service, ticket times, and hospitality standards.

  • Learn to control and manage inventory, receiving deliveries, purchasing, stock rotation, and waste logging according to Fifty/50 Group SOPs.

  • Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary environment.

Barcraft & Creative Collaboration

  • Work directly behind the bar, earning tips, while focusing on elevating the standard of excellence and hospitality we will achieve.

  • Collaborate directly with Beverage Director Andrew Marinelli, contributing ideas, testing, and feedback for seasonal menu development and signature features.

  • Uphold exact cocktail specs, ice handling, glassware presentation, and service steps.

Hospitality & Team Culture

  • Hospitality is an honor and we are going to need to grow our neighborhood cocktail bar one guest at a time. Whether we start out busy or it takes time to grow our business, we are going to instill a culture of gratitude within our team.

  • Lead by example through calm, decisive communication under pressure.
  • We lead through positivity and passion while holding each other accountable for performance and high standards.
Qualifications & Requirements

  • Experience: Minimum 5 years of high-volume bartending experience. Previous lead bartender, bar captain, key-holder, or supervisory experience is preferred. Previous management experience is also a plus. We value applicants that have worked at the same establishment for multiple years.

  • Schedule & Availability: Ability to work 50–55 hours per week on late-night closing shifts (Wednesdays through Sundays; until 11:00 PM Wed/Thu/Sun and until 1:00 AM Fri/Sat).

  • Professional Standards: Personal presentation is important and our team will be clean shaven and well groomed for each shift.

  • Certifications: Current Illinois BASSET and Food Handler (or ServSafe Manager) certifications required upon hire.

  • Skills: Proficient in POS and basic computer/spreadsheet operations. Must have the ability to properly communicate via email.

Physical Functions

  • Ability to stand and walk for shifts up to 10–11 hours in a fast-paced environment.

  • Ability to frequently lift, carry, and move items up to 30 lbs, and occasionally up to 50 lbs (kegs, liquor cases, ice buckets).

  • Frequent reaching, bending, stooping, fine hand manipulation, and navigating stairs.

  • Ability to work comfortably in varying kitchen/bar temperatures and high ambient noise levels.

  • Ability to work around potential food allergens (citrus, dairy, nuts, sulfites).

Schedule Days: Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday Shifts: Night 1am close on Friday & Saturday. The bar closes at 11pm on other nights, and we are closed Monday & Tuesday. More detail about Sin & Tonic part of The Fifty/50 Restaurant Group, please visit https://culinaryagents.com/entities/1209562-Sin-%2526-Tonic

Location and commute

Chicago, IL .

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How to apply

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