Bartender

Eau Claire, WI, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Work Schedule

Flexible

Benefits

weekly pay

Competitive wages

flexible scheduling

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

short-term disability

401(k) Plan

Anniversary pay

discounted shift meals

employee discount

Job Description

Red Lobster is a family-owned seafood restaurant chain with over 500 locations, dedicated to delivering a unique dining experience that connects guests to the coast and seafood traditions. With over five decades of rich history, Red Lobster has evolved into a beloved dining destination that honors its founding passion by offering guests a warm, welcoming atmosphere where families and friends gather to enjoy quality meals and create lasting memories. The company prides itself not only on its food but also on being an integral part of the communities it serves, fostering genuine connections among guests and employees alike. Red Lobster is currently expanding and innovating its service model, which makes this an exciting time to join the team and grow your career within a welcoming and dynamic environment.

The Bartender role at Red Lobster offers the opportunity to be at the forefront of guest interaction within the vibrant restaurant atmosphere. As a Bartender, you will play a key part in creating a memorable experience through exceptional service and skilled beverage preparation. This position involves greeting guests with a friendly smile, setting up and maintaining the bar area, and making drinks to standard using precise recipes and garnishes. You will be responsible for suggestive selling to enhance guest enjoyment by recommending drinks, appetizers, and desserts, and ensuring orders are accurately entered into the POS system. Continuous guest engagement is essential, including monitoring refills, maintaining a clean and orderly bar, and settling checks promptly. The role demands high attention to detail, multitasking capability, and adherence to food safety standards. This position is ideal for individuals who enjoy teamwork, thrive in fast-paced environments, and are passionate about delivering outstanding hospitality. Current benefits include weekly pay, flexible scheduling, affordable medical plans, a 401(k) with company match, and career advancement opportunities, reflecting the company’s commitment to employee well-being and growth. Join Red Lobster to be part of a team that values your contribution and supports your professional journey within a company poised for future success.

Job Requirements

Must meet the minimum age requirement and authorized to work in the country you are applying
ability to bend, reach, stoop and lift up to 30 pounds safely
ability to remain standing for an 8 to 12 hour shift
team player with attention to detail and ability to multi-task
willingness to follow food safety standards
physical capability to perform the duties of the job with or without reasonable accommodation

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent preferred
previous bartending or customer service experience helpful but not required
ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment
strong communication and interpersonal skills
basic math skills for handling transactions
commitment to providing excellent guest service

Job Duties

Welcoming guests and greeting every guest with a smile when they are seated
setting up the bar, including pour and glassware stations prior to opening, and limited restocking beverages, mixes, garnishes as needed
suggestively selling drinks, appetizers, and desserts
making all drinks to standard, using the recipe, glassware, and garnish
accurately taking food and drink orders and entering orders into the POS properly
checking back with guests throughout the experience to provide refills as needed and clearing any items from the table
delivering and settling the check in a timely manner, thanking guests and inviting them to return
following all food safety standards