Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $16.90 - $25.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Day Shifts
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Benefits

weekly pay
Competitive wages
flexible scheduling
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
short-term disability
voluntary benefits
401(k) retirement plan
Anniversary pay
discounted shift meals
Employee Discounts
Career advancement opportunities

Job Description

Red Lobster is a well-established, family-owned seafood restaurant chain with over fifty years of history, rooted in a vision to connect people with the coast through exceptional seafood dining experiences. With more than 500 restaurant locations, Red Lobster has become a community staple, offering more than just great food; it is a place where new friends become familiar faces, and memorable moments are created around the table. The company prides itself on its deep connection to the communities it serves and its dedication to quality and guest satisfaction. Red Lobster is committed to fostering a positive work environment backed by competitive benefits, flexible scheduling, and growth opportunities, making it a desirable place for career-minded individuals to develop.

The Bartender role at Red Lobster entails playing a pivotal part in delivering excellent guest service by preparing and serving drinks to customers in a friendly and efficient manner. Bartenders at Red Lobster are responsible for welcoming guests warmly, setting up the bar stations before service, ensuring the accurate execution of drink orders using standard recipes and proper garnishes, and maintaining cleanliness and readiness at the bar throughout the shift. This position demands a genuine passion for customer interaction along with the ability to multi-task and maintain attention to detail during busy periods. The bartender also plays a vital role in suggestive selling, enhancing the guest experience by recommending drinks and food items to complement their meal. The job requires a standing shift of 8-12 hours with some physical demands such as lifting up to 30 pounds and frequent bending or reaching. Red Lobster offers weekly pay, competitive wages, medical, dental and vision options starting affordably, life insurance, short-term disability, voluntary benefits, and a 401(k) retirement savings plan with company matching for employees after one year. Additional perks include anniversary pay, discounted meals, and strong career advancement opportunities as Red Lobster continues to grow and invest in its workforce. Working at Red Lobster means being part of a passionate team that values equal opportunity and an inclusive workplace environment, committed to employee well-being and professional development, making this an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking both rewarding work and a welcoming community.

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

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • Previous bartending or customer service experience is an asset
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Attention to detail and ability to multi-task
  • Friendly and approachable demeanor
  • Knowledge of drink recipes and bar operations

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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