Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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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 savings plan
Anniversary pay
discounted shift meals
dining discount
career opportunities

Job Description

Red Lobster is a renowned family-owned restaurant chain with over fifty years of experience in delivering exceptional seafood dining experiences. Starting from a single humble establishment, Red Lobster has grown into a network of over 500 restaurants across multiple communities. Its mission is rooted in the passion to connect people with the coastal seafood tradition while creating memorable meals and moments. The company values being more than just a dining location; it emphasizes being an integral part of the communities it serves, fostering familiarity and friendships. Red Lobster is also committed to employee growth and opportunity, providing comprehensive training and career advancement possibilities, coupled with competitive wages and benefits. This creates not only a place to work but a place where employees can thrive and build a career.

The role of Bartender at Red Lobster is a pivotal position that entails providing exceptional customer service and enhancing guests' dining experiences through expert beverage preparation and interaction. This role requires welcoming guests warmly, preparing the bar to high standards, and skillfully crafting beverages according to established recipes. Bartenders are responsible for suggestively selling drinks and food items, ensuring all orders are accurately taken and processed using the POS system, and maintaining a clean and organized bar station. The position demands attentiveness throughout the guest's visit, including checking back for refills, clearing tables, and efficiently handling check payments to encourage repeat visits. Additionally, bartenders must adhere to all food safety standards and contribute to a positive and collaborative team environment. The role demands physical endurance, including standing for extended shifts, safely lifting up to 30 pounds, and continuous movement during busy hours. Red Lobster offers flexible scheduling along with options for medical, dental, and vision insurance starting at low weekly costs. Employees benefit from life insurance, short-term disability, a voluntary benefits program, and access to a 401(k) retirement savings plan with company matching after one year of service. Furthermore, eligible employees can enjoy anniversary pay, discounted meals during shifts, and a 25 percent dining discount when visiting as guests. Red Lobster is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace for all, regardless of background. With big plans for the future, joining the Red Lobster family promises growth, dynamic team experiences, and a rewarding career path in the 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 multi-task

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Previous bartending or customer service experience preferred
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Knowledge of mixology and drink recipes
  • Attention to detail and accuracy
  • Team player with a positive attitude

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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