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Bartender

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
Hourly
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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
401(k) retirement plan
Anniversary pay
discounted shift meals
Career advancement opportunities

Job Description

Red Lobster is a renowned restaurant chain with a rich history that began as a single family-owned seafood restaurant. Over fifty years later, Red Lobster has expanded to over 500 locations serving guests across many communities, creating not just meals but memorable experiences centered around seafood and coastal dining. The company prides itself on being more than just a place to eat or work; it is a welcoming community hub where new friends become familiar faces and where passion for quality food and hospitality is a common priority. Red Lobster offers competitive wages with weekly pay, flexible scheduling, and a variety of employee benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance options starting at affordable rates, life insurance, disability benefits, and a 401(k) retirement savings plan with company matching after one year of service. The company encourages career growth by providing training and advancement opportunities, making it an excellent place for those seeking long-term career paths in the hospitality industry.

The role of a Bartender at Red Lobster is integral to the restaurant’s guest experience. As a Bartender, you will be responsible for welcoming guests with a friendly demeanor and providing exceptional service throughout their visit. Your duties will include setting up and maintaining the bar area, restocking beverages and garnishes, accurately taking and entering drink and food orders, and making drinks to the exact recipe standards. Suggestive selling is also a key part of the role, encouraging guests to enjoy recommended drinks, appetizers, and desserts. Additionally, you will ensure food safety standards are followed at all times. You will interact with guests to provide refills and clear tables promptly, and upon completion of their meal, will deliver and settle the guests' checks with a warm thank you and invitation to return. This position requires physical stamina, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask efficiently in a fast-paced environment. The company values team players who can maintain high service standards and contribute positively to the overall guest experience. Working at Red Lobster as a Bartender offers not only a stable and rewarding job but also the chance to grow within a supportive and inclusive environment. The company is committed to equal employment opportunities and fosters a diverse workplace where all employees feel welcomed and valued. Joining Red Lobster means being part of a family that celebrates culinary traditions while looking forward to a bright future in the hospitality industry.

Job Requirements

  • Must meet the minimum age requirement and be 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

  • Experience in bartending or customer service preferred
  • Basic knowledge of drink recipes and bar equipment
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
  • Attention to detail
  • Team player mentality
  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred

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 of 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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