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Bartender

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $10.00 - $18.75
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Flexible
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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 savings plan
Anniversary pay
discounted shift meals
Guest dining discount
Career advancement opportunities

Job Description

Red Lobster is a well-established, family-owned restaurant chain with a rich legacy spanning over fifty years. Originating from a vision to connect people with seafood and coastal dining experiences, the brand has grown to operate over 500 restaurants across multiple communities. Red Lobster prides itself on not just being a place to eat and work, but a gathering place where guests can enjoy memorable meals and form meaningful connections. As a dining destination, it balances the warmth of hospitality with a commitment to quality, making it a cherished dining option for families and individuals alike.

As part of this esteemed restaurant family, the Bartender role at Red Lobster offers an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of hospitality, creating a welcoming atmosphere and delivering exceptional service. This position involves engaging directly with guests by greeting them warmly, expertly preparing and serving a variety of drinks to standard recipes, and suggesting menu items to enhance their dining experience. Bartenders at Red Lobster are responsible for maintaining a well-organized bar setup, including managing pour stations and glassware, along with restocking beverages and garnishes as necessary. They ensure accuracy when taking food and drink orders through the POS system and monitor guest satisfaction by checking in regularly and refilling drinks as needed.

Working as a Bartender here means upholding all food safety standards and contributing positively to the overall guest experience by delivering checks promptly and inviting patrons back for future visits. This role demands a team player who is attentive, detail-oriented, and capable of multitasking in a fast-paced environment. The physical requirements include the ability to stand for extended shifts and safely lift up to 30 pounds, reflecting the active and dynamic nature of the job.

Red Lobster offers competitive wages and weekly pay, alongside flexible scheduling options designed to support work-life balance. Employees can benefit from affordable medical, dental, and vision plans starting at less than $10 per week. Additional offerings include life insurance, short-term disability, and voluntary benefits, as well as a 401(k) retirement savings plan with company matching after one year of service. The company also celebrates employee milestones with anniversary pay, discounted shift meals, and a 25% discount for dining as a guest. Crucially, Red Lobster fosters career growth by providing training and advancement opportunities, encouraging team members to develop their skills and expand their career paths within the organization.

Joining Red Lobster means becoming part of a passionate and welcoming community, where the focus is on delivering quality seafood experiences while supporting employee success and wellbeing. As the company embarks on ambitious plans for the future, now is an ideal time to contribute to and grow with the Red Lobster family.

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 - 12 hour shift
  • Team player with attention to detail and ability to multi-task

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • Prior bartending or food service experience is an advantage
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment
  • Knowledge of basic mixology and drink preparation
  • Attention to detail and customer service orientation

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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