Job Description

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

Join Our Fine Dining Team
Bartender – Charlie Gitto’s on The Hill

Do you believe a perfectly crafted cocktail is as much a part of fine dining as the cuisine itself? At Charlie Gitto’s on The Hill, we’re seeking a skilled Bartender with a passion for precision, hospitality, and the art of the pour—someone who can blend timeless technique with elevated service in a setting defined by tradition, elegance, and unforgettable experiences.

About Us
For over 40 years, Charlie Gitto’s has been a cornerstone of Italian fine dining in St. Louis, offering exceptional service, award-winning cuisine, and an ambiance rooted in classic charm. Recognized by the Food Network, The Travel Channel, The New York Times, and Wine Spectator, and named one of OpenTable’s Top 50 Italian Restaurants in the U.S., we continue to set the standard for refined hospitality.

Your Role
As a Bartender, you are the curator of the guest experience from the very first sip. Whether preparing a timeless Negroni or crafting a bespoke cocktail that speaks to the season, you bring elegance, efficiency, and warmth to every interaction. You’ll work alongside a professional front-of-house team to ensure seamless service that elevates the entire dining experience.
Key Responsibilities

• Craft with Care: Prepare classic and signature cocktails with consistency, speed, and attention to detail, using premium ingredients and refined techniques.
• Guest Connection: Engage guests with charm and professionalism, offering thoughtful recommendations and a personalized experience from aperitivo to nightcap.
• Maintain the Bar Program: Uphold inventory standards, assist with ordering, and support the development of seasonal cocktail features and wine pairings.
• Service Excellence: Collaborate closely with servers and managers to ensure flawless timing, presentation, and hospitality throughout the dining room and bar area.
• Clean & Composed: Maintain a clean, organized, and elegant bar environment, aligned with the expectations of a fine dining establishment.

What You Bring

• Experience Required: 3-5+ years of bartending experience in a fine dining or upscale restaurant setting. Strong knowledge of spirits, wine, and classic cocktails.
• Refined Palate: Understanding of flavor balance, spirit profiles, and how to elevate guest experiences through pairing and presentation.
• Professional Demeanor: Poised under pressure, well-spoken, and confident in both pace and precision.
• Team-Oriented Mindset: A seamless communicator and collaborator with a genuine respect for hospitality and teamwork.
• Flexible Availability: Must be available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

What We Offer

• Competitive Pay: Hourly wage plus tips, commensurate with experience and performance.
• Growth Opportunities: Be part of a respected, long-standing brand with room for professional development and advancement.
• Fine Dining Environment: A beautifully maintained space, a supportive team, and a clientele that values quality and craft.
• Benefits: Healthcare options, 401K eligibility, and flexible scheduling.

If you’re ready to pour with purpose and bring your hospitality expertise to a restaurant where every detail matters, we’d love to meet you. Apply now for the Bartender position at Charlie Gitto’s on The Hill.

Please send your resume to info@charliegittos.com Let’s raise the bar—together.

Compensation: $12.00 - $14.00 per hour

About Us

At Charlie Gitto’s, we're all about turning each meal into an unforgettable experience and have been serving the STL community for over 40 years. Charlie Gitto’s has been featured in segments on the Food Network, The Travel Channel and Good Morning America as well as in publications such as The New York Times and Wine Spectator and was recognized as one of the top 50 Italian restaurants in the country by OpenTable. We are also the birthplace of the original STL Toasted Ravioli and are proud to be a destination restaurant for visitors and locals alike. If you have a passion for hospitality and you want to be a part of a team that truly loves what they do, come join the famiglia!