Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $10.00 - $18.75
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Employee Discounts
Retirement Plan
Tip income
Uniform allowance
Training and Development

Job Description

Thrive Restaurant Group is a well-established family-owned restaurant company that has proudly served communities for over 50 years. With a rich heritage built on a commitment to excellence and a passion for hospitality, Thrive Restaurant Group has become a staple in the regions it serves. The company operates a diverse portfolio of dining establishments, including renowned brands such as Applebee's, locally branded as Legacy Apple. Thrive is not just focused on providing great food and drinks; it is deeply invested in making a positive impact in the communities where it operates. Through numerous charitable initiatives, such as supporting local schools and raising funds for children battling cancer, Thrive Restaurant Group has donated over $5 million to community causes, embodying its core value: "Be a Good Neighbor." This ethos is central to both its business operations and its workplace culture, fostering an environment where teamwork, respect, and community engagement are paramount.

The bartender position at Thrive Restaurant Group offers an exciting opportunity to join a vibrant team within a family-friendly atmosphere. This role is perfect for individuals eager to learn the intricacies of business, leadership, and hospitality in a supportive environment. As a bartender, you will be instrumental in creating a welcoming and enjoyable bar atmosphere for guests. Your responsibilities will include mixing and serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, interacting with patrons to enhance their experience, and ensuring the bar area is maintained to the highest standards. This position requires enthusiasm, a genuine desire to care for others, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic setting.

Bartenders at Thrive are not only service providers but also ambassadors of the company's values. You will engage with customers to foster a friendly and upbeat environment that encourages repeat visits and builds community connections. The role involves a blend of creativity, technical skills, and customer service expertise, as you prepare a variety of drinks, manage transactions, and support food service within the bar area. Thrive Restaurant Group values individuals who bring a positive attitude, readiness to learn, and a commitment to quality that reflects the company's longstanding reputation in the industry.

This position is suited for candidates who are comfortable standing throughout their shift, capable of handling various physical tasks, and ready to contribute to a team-oriented culture. Employment is offered on an at-will basis and includes tip credit minimum wage plus tips, with pay varying based on availability. Thrive Restaurant Group also emphasizes inclusion and equal opportunity, ensuring fair hiring practices and accommodating individuals with disabilities as needed. If you're passionate about hospitality and want to be part of a company that values both its employees and the communities it serves, Thrive Restaurant Group invites you to join their family as a bartender, where you can grow personally and professionally while making a meaningful difference every day.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • prior experience in bartending or customer service preferred
  • ability to stand for extended periods
  • capable of lifting up to 25 pounds occasionally
  • strong communication skills
  • ability to operate bar equipment
  • ability to work flexible hours including nights and weekends
  • willingness to provide excellent customer service

Job Qualifications

  • A desire to care for others, grow, and learn
  • a positive attitude
  • able to operate blenders, frozen drink machines and other bar equipment
  • stands during the entire shift
  • frequent immersion of hands in water every five minutes
  • ability to wipe down table tops, table legs, pick up debris off floor and wipe down booth seats in all areas of the restaurant
  • transports glass racks cases up to 25 pounds up to 15 times per shift
  • reading, writing, basic math and verbal communication skills required

Job Duties

  • Mixes ingredients such as liquor, soda, water, and fruit juice to prepare alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
  • interacts verbally with all bar guests creating a friendly and upbeat atmosphere
  • serves food and drinks to all bar guests
  • completes assigned opening and closing side work
  • slices fruit and vegetable garnishes for drinks
  • presents guest checks to bar patrons making correct change and/or completing any necessary charge card transactions
  • processes employee and/or manager food orders
  • relays food orders to the kitchen via the point-of-sale computerized register system

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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