Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Compensation
Hourly
Exact $12.00
Benefits
meal plans
Tips
Full and part-time positions
Equal opportunity employer
competitive pay
Career growth opportunities
supportive work environment
Job Description
SSP America is a leading operator of food and beverage outlets across major transportation hubs including airports, railways, and bus stations. With a commitment to providing exceptional dining experiences, SSP America partners with well-known brands alongside operating its own proprietary concepts. Their establishments are known for quality, convenience, and delivering excellent customer service in fast-paced environments. SSP America offers a dynamic workplace with opportunities for career growth and the chance to work in a diverse and inclusive setting. The company is currently hiring for bartender positions, with immediate openings available for both full-time and part-time employment. Compensation starts at $12.00 per hour plus tips. Additional perks include meal plans and more, underscoring the company’s dedication to employee welfare and satisfaction.
As a Bartender at SSP America, you will play a vital role in creating memorable experiences for guests by preparing and serving expertly crafted beverages and food items. You will engage directly with customers, ensuring timely, friendly, and courteous service. The role demands accuracy and speed, often in a fast-paced environment that requires the ability to multitask efficiently without compromising quality or service standards. Your responsibilities will include greeting guests, mixing drinks using standardized recipes and portion control, and processing transactions accurately through the point of sale system. You will also maintain bar stock, prepare fresh garnishes daily, and uphold cleanliness and health standards throughout your work area. Adherence to all applicable laws and company regulations regarding the service of alcoholic beverages is mandatory, with a strong emphasis on responsible service to minors and intoxicated guests.
This role requires a level of expertise and professionalism that comes with at least one year of bartending experience, including certification from state, federal, or local training programs where applicable. You must have basic knowledge of food and beverage preparation along with strong communication skills in English, both verbal and written. Mathematical skills are essential for handling cash transactions, balancing receipts, and understanding measurements in drink preparation. Moreover, possessing necessary permits such as food handler and alcoholic beverage server permits as required by law, as well as any brand certifications, is important.
At SSP America, you will find a motivating work environment that values diversity and equal opportunity. The company ensures non-discriminatory hiring practices and provides reasonable accommodations during recruitment processes. Joining SSP America as a bartender not only offers a competitive hourly wage plus tips but also lays the groundwork for a rewarding career in hospitality with growth opportunities and comprehensive support. You will be part of a professional team that prides itself on delivering excellent guest experiences while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and service excellence.
As a Bartender at SSP America, you will play a vital role in creating memorable experiences for guests by preparing and serving expertly crafted beverages and food items. You will engage directly with customers, ensuring timely, friendly, and courteous service. The role demands accuracy and speed, often in a fast-paced environment that requires the ability to multitask efficiently without compromising quality or service standards. Your responsibilities will include greeting guests, mixing drinks using standardized recipes and portion control, and processing transactions accurately through the point of sale system. You will also maintain bar stock, prepare fresh garnishes daily, and uphold cleanliness and health standards throughout your work area. Adherence to all applicable laws and company regulations regarding the service of alcoholic beverages is mandatory, with a strong emphasis on responsible service to minors and intoxicated guests.
This role requires a level of expertise and professionalism that comes with at least one year of bartending experience, including certification from state, federal, or local training programs where applicable. You must have basic knowledge of food and beverage preparation along with strong communication skills in English, both verbal and written. Mathematical skills are essential for handling cash transactions, balancing receipts, and understanding measurements in drink preparation. Moreover, possessing necessary permits such as food handler and alcoholic beverage server permits as required by law, as well as any brand certifications, is important.
At SSP America, you will find a motivating work environment that values diversity and equal opportunity. The company ensures non-discriminatory hiring practices and provides reasonable accommodations during recruitment processes. Joining SSP America as a bartender not only offers a competitive hourly wage plus tips but also lays the groundwork for a rewarding career in hospitality with growth opportunities and comprehensive support. You will be part of a professional team that prides itself on delivering excellent guest experiences while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and service excellence.
Job Requirements
- One year bartending experience
- Certification by state, federal, or local required training program
- Basic knowledge of food and beverage preparation
- Food handlers and alcoholic beverage servers permit as required by law
- Ability to communicate effectively in English
- Basic mathematical skills
- Adherence to liquor laws and company policies
Job Qualifications
- One year bartending experience required, including certification by state, federal, or local required training program
- Basic knowledge of food and beverage preparation and service of alcoholic beverages
- Verbal and written English language
- Ability to read, speak, and understand the English language in order to communicate with guests and take orders
- Basic mathematical skills necessary to operate a cash register, make change, total guest checks, count total bank, prepare cash drops, total all other charges, and understand weights and measurements
- Food handlers and alcoholic beverage servers permit as required by law
- Brand certification as required
- Ability to remember, recite, and promote the variety of menu items
Job Duties
- Greet guests in a timely, courteous, and friendly manner
- Use recipes and practice portion control to mix, garnish, and present drinks
- Input orders into register at the point of sale and create a check for each guest
- Receive cash from guests, make any change needed, verify validity of charges, record charges, and ensure vouchers are properly executed
- Maintain proper and adequate set-up of the bar at all times
- Responsible for maintaining stock, cutting, and storing of all fresh fruit and vegetable garnishes, juices, and other perishables daily to ensure product quality
- Must adhere to all state, federal, and corporate liquor regulations pertaining to serving alcoholic beverages to minors and intoxicated guests at all times
- Perform general cleaning tasks using standard cleaning products as assigned by supervisor to adhere to health standards
- Other duties as assigned
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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