Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $16.90 - $25.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

Dental Insurance
Health Insurance
Disability insurance
401(k) matching
Vision Insurance
Life insurance

Job Description

Red Lobster is a well-established and beloved family-owned seafood restaurant brand with a legacy spanning over fifty years. It began with a vision to offer guests not just seafood meals but a meaningful connection to the coast and the pleasures of dining in a warm, community-focused environment. Today, Red Lobster operates over 500 restaurants, each echoing the founding passion for quality seafood, excellent service, and creating memorable experiences. The company prides itself on being more than a dining venue; it fosters a sense of belonging where new friends quickly become familiar faces. This welcoming culture, combined with a dedication to great food and community connection, has helped Red Lobster maintain its position as a preferred seafood dining destination.

As a Bartender at Red Lobster, you will play a key role in delivering exceptional guest experiences by combining your passion for hospitality with expert drink crafting skills. The bartender position is crucial in setting the tone for a guest's visit, as it requires both interpersonal flair and technical proficiency. From the moment guests arrive to the last sip, you will be responsible for welcoming and engaging diners warmly, preparing a variety of beverages to exacting standards, and contributing to the lively, inviting atmosphere that defines Red Lobster. This role includes preparing the bar before service, restocking supplies, suggesting drink and food pairings thoughtfully, and ensuring orders are accurately processed through the point-of-sale system.

Moreover, the bartender manages the flow of service by checking in with guests, ensuring their orders are fulfilled in a timely manner, and maintaining cleanliness and organization behind the bar. This position demands a focus on quality and compliance with food safety regulations to safeguard guest well-being. At Red Lobster, your efforts will be recognized with competitive wages, weekly pay, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance options at affordable rates. The company supports work-life balance with flexible scheduling and offers a 401(k) retirement plan with company matching after one year of service, life and disability insurance, and additional voluntary benefits.

Team members also enjoy perks like anniversary pay, discounted meals, and discounts when dining as guests, along with career development opportunities through ongoing training and advancement paths. Red Lobster’s commitment to diversity and equal opportunity ensures a welcoming work environment for all employees, supporting personal and professional growth while contributing to the company's exciting future. If you thrive in a team-centric environment and seek a rewarding career in the hospitality industry, the bartender role at Red Lobster offers a dynamic and rewarding opportunity to grow and succeed.

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 comply with all food safety standards and regulations

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • Previous bartending or hospitality experience preferred
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to multitask and work efficiently under pressure
  • Knowledge of drink recipes and mixology techniques
  • Attentive to detail and guest service focused
  • Team player with a positive attitude

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

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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