Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
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Work Schedule

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 plan with company match
Anniversary pay
discounted shift meals
Guest dining discount

Job Description

Red Lobster is a renowned family-owned restaurant chain with over fifty years of history, famous for its delicious seafood and exceptional dining experiences. Founded with the vision of connecting people to the coast and seafood, Red Lobster has grown into a beloved brand with over 500 locations. Each restaurant embodies the founding passion of hospitality and quality that has become synonymous with the name. Red Lobster is more than just a restaurant; it is a community hub where guests become familiar faces and new friendships are forged. As part of the Red Lobster family, employees are welcomed into a supportive environment that values growth, career advancement, and community involvement. The company's commitment to its employees is reflected in its comprehensive benefits, including weekly pay, competitive wages, flexible scheduling, and options for medical, dental, and vision insurance plans. Additionally, life insurance, short-term disability, voluntary benefits, and a 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match further empower employees to build a secure future. Anniversary pay and discounted meals add to the appeal of working at Red Lobster, making it an attractive employer for those passionate about hospitality and seafood.

The role of a Bartender at Red Lobster offers an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team focused on delivering outstanding guest experiences. Bartenders are pivotal in creating a welcoming atmosphere by greeting guests with a warm smile and ensuring the bar area is well-prepared and stocked. Responsibilities include setting up pour and glassware stations, restocking beverages and garnishes, and suggesting drinks, appetizers, and desserts to enhance the dining experience. Bartenders at Red Lobster are expected to craft drinks to standard using the specified recipes, glassware, and garnishes, ensuring consistency and quality with every order. Accuracy is paramount when taking food and drink orders and entering them into the point-of-sale system. Throughout the guests’ visit, bartenders maintain attentive service by checking in for refills and clearing tables efficiently. The role requires adherence to all food safety standards and the ability to deliver and settle checks promptly while thanking guests and encouraging their return. Working as a bartender at Red Lobster also means being part of an exciting phase of growth and innovation, as the company has big plans for the future. This position is ideal for individuals who are team players, detail-oriented, able to multitask, and physically capable of meeting the demands of an 8-12 hour shift. Red Lobster encourages a welcoming and inclusive workplace, promoting equal opportunity employment for all regardless of age, race, gender, or background. This role not only offers competitive pay but a sense of belonging and the chance to contribute to a well-loved brand that has stood the test of time and continues to innovate within the seafood and hospitality industry.

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 multitask

Job Qualifications

  • Prior bartending or serving experience preferred
  • Ability to provide excellent customer service
  • Strong communication skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Basic math skills for handling transactions
  • Knowledge of drink recipes and bar operations
  • Team player with attention to detail

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
  • Limited restocking of beverages mixes and 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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