Bar Lead

Urschel Laboratories, Inc. • Full-time • Valparaiso, IN, US • 1d ago

Urschel, a 100% employee-owned company, is seeking an experienced and service-driven Bar Lead to join the team at the Grand Gardner Hotel. The Grand Gardner Hotel is an Urschel Development property located in downtown Valparaiso, Indiana. Urschel Development is a wholly owned subsidiary of Urschel Laboratories in Chesterton, Indiana.

The Grand Gardner Hotel is an independent boutique hotel featuring 58 guest rooms and suites, a speakeasy, banquet space, and welcoming shared spaces. As part of our employee-owned culture, every team member contributes to the hotel's success. We believe that excellent guest experiences are the result of employees who understand how their work impacts guests, coworkers, and the overall operation of the business.

At Grand Gardner Hotel, we value teamwork, accountability, and pride in a job well done. Whether serving guests directly or supporting operations behind the scenes, each employee-owner plays an important role in maintaining the high standards that define our property.

Why You’ll Love Working at the Grand Gardner Hotel:

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Stock Issued Annually
Accrued Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay
Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
Free Health Clinic (Available to Employees and Their Dependents)
401(k) with Employer Matching
Free Life Insurance
Hotel stay and on-property dining discounts
Flexible scheduling whenever possible
Free 24/7 Access to An Onsite Workout Center with Personal Trainers @ Urschel’s Chesterton Facility
Professional Development Support
Support for Community Involvement/Philanthropy

The Bar Lead is a working leadership position responsible for delivering exceptional beverage service while helping guide daily operations during assigned shifts. This role serves as a key resource for bartenders, barbacks, and support staff by maintaining service standards, ensuring quality beverage preparation, supporting training efforts, and helping create memorable guest experiences throughout the hotel's beverage venues.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on hospitality professional who enjoys supporting team members, solving problems, and building positive guest relationships. Successful candidates are organized, dependable, and comfortable balancing guest service responsibilities with operational leadership. Previous hotel front office or hospitality management experience is preferred, along with experience scheduling staff, managing reservations, handling guest concerns, and overseeing daily hotel operations. Familiarity with hotel property management systems and Microsoft Office applications is highly desirable.

Candidates Should Be Able To

Prepare and serve beverages with consistency, quality, and attention to detail.
Lead by example while supporting coworkers during busy service periods.
Maintain professional and engaging guest interactions.
Train and mentor team members on service standards and product knowledge.
Handle guest concerns calmly and professionally.
Monitor service flow and adjust priorities as business demands change.
Communicate effectively with team members and management.
Work evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events as needed.

Physical Requirements

Remain standing and walking for extended periods during the shift.
Frequently lift and carry up to 40 pounds.
Bend, reach, grasp, and perform repetitive hand movements.
Work safely around glassware, beverage equipment, and cleaning products.
Maintain focus and efficiency in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

If you are seeking an outstanding career opportunity, visit the Urschel careers link directly at http://www.urschel.com/careers or find us on Facebook or LinkedIn.

EEO/Veteran/Disability

Date Posted: 11/2/2026

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