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Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Retirement Plan
flexible schedule
Career Development
team events

Job Description

Great Adventure is a renowned amusement park and entertainment destination that offers thrilling rides, attractions, and exceptional guest experiences. It is part of the Six Flags family, known for its commitment to high-quality entertainment, safety, and excellent customer service. Located in a vibrant and dynamic environment, Great Adventure attracts thousands of visitors daily, providing a fun and engaging atmosphere for families, friends, and thrill-seekers alike. Being a large-scale venue, the park hosts a variety of food and beverage outlets, including popular bar locations that cater to guests looking to relax and enjoy specialty drinks and refreshments. Working at Great Adventure means being part of a team dedicated to creating memorable experiences for guests while upholding the highest standards of service and safety.

The role of a Bartender at Great Adventure is pivotal in ensuring the successful and profitable operation of assigned bar locations within the park. Bartenders are responsible for overseeing and producing quality beverages and snack food items while maintaining compliance with all company policies and health regulations. This role demands a passionate, professional, and customer-focused individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can multitask efficiently while maintaining excellent guest service standards. Bartenders interact directly with guests, making it essential to build rapport with regular customers and create a positive and welcoming atmosphere.

This full-time role requires flexibility, with expectations to work 40-60 hours weekly, including weekends, holidays, and before or after scheduled shifts. Bartenders at Great Adventure must be physically capable of standing or walking for long periods and handling tasks such as changing kegs and moving stock between storage and bar locations. The job requires precise knowledge of drink recipes, preparation techniques, and health department sanitation protocols to ensure every guest receives a safe and enjoyable experience.

Bartenders are also innovators in their craft, encouraged to experiment with recipes, propose new ingredients or specials, and communicate these menu updates to staff promptly. Responsibilities include verifying customers' age, processing payments through the POS system, and complying with all alcohol service laws to safeguard the well-being of patrons and team members alike. The role extends beyond drink preparation to overseeing cleanliness, inventory management, safety enforcement, and continuous improvement initiatives within the bar areas. Bartenders must demonstrate excellent time management, maintain perfect grooming and conduct at all times, and exhibit a positive, energetic attitude that inspires team morale and guest satisfaction.

In summary, the Bartender at Great Adventure is more than a beverage server; they are an integral part of the guest experience and operational team, ensuring that every visit includes friendly, speedy, and accurate service. They play a crucial role in upholding the reputation of Great Adventure as a premier entertainment destination where outstanding customer service and a safe, enjoyable atmosphere are paramount.

Job Requirements

  • Must be willing to work 40-60 hours per week including before and after scheduled shifts if necessary and on weekends and holidays
  • physical ability to stand or walk for long periods of time
  • must be able to physically change kegs and move stock from storage to bar location
  • must be professional, outgoing, energetic, self-motivated, able to motivate others, and have a positive attitude
  • perfect grooming and conduct must be constantly displayed
  • must be at least 18 years old

Job Qualifications

  • Must be willing to work 40-60 hours per week including before and after scheduled shifts if necessary and on weekends and holidays
  • physical ability to stand or walk for long periods of time
  • must be able to physically change kegs and move stock from storage to bar location
  • must be professional, outgoing, energetic, self-motivated, able to motivate others, and have a positive attitude
  • excellent time management skills along with the ability to remain calm and undertake various tasks
  • perfect grooming and conduct must be constantly displayed
  • preferred 1-2 years of proven work experience as a bartender
  • up to date knowledge of alcohol related beverage trends and food pairing techniques
  • hands on experience with various bartending equipment
  • knowledge of applicable laws and regulations and ability to enforce company policies regarding the consumption of alcohol
  • accountability in maintaining inventory
  • preferred active servsafe alcohol certification or tips certification
  • must be willing to change locations when requested by fulltime staff
  • must be at least 18 years old

Job Duties

  • Proper bar set up with bar utensils and equipment such as glassware and shakers
  • verify customers age and process payments through POS system
  • build a rapport with regular customers to create a positive atmosphere
  • study each recipe and gather all necessary ingredients so drinks can be made in a timely manner
  • experiment with recipes and suggest new ingredients or specials
  • inform staff of all new specials on the menu
  • slightly modify recipes to meet customers needs and dietary requests
  • ensure that the guest experience is met with friendly, speedy and accurate service, while resolving issues when necessary
  • enforce proper food preparation and handling procedures, in compliance with all health department and food and beverage operation policies regarding sanitation
  • continually monitor the cleanliness of all units within the assigned area
  • ensure the safety of all team members and guests
  • ensure that a proper level of inventory is maintained at each location in assigned area
  • identify areas for continued improvement
  • develop and implement strategies to enhance these areas
  • comply with all six flags policies at all times

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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