Bartender

Madison Heights, MI, USA|

Job Overview

Employment Type

Part-time

Work Schedule

Day Shifts

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

employee meal discount

Career advancement opportunities

Job Description

Red Lobster is a renowned family-owned restaurant chain that has been delighting guests with its exceptional seafood and coastal-inspired dining experience for over fifty years. With more than 500 locations nationwide, Red Lobster is more than a place to enjoy great food; it is a community hub where guests become familiar faces and every meal feels special. The company prides itself on its warm hospitality, commitment to quality, and deep connection to the coastal heritage that inspires its menu. In addition to serving cravings for delicious seafood dishes, Red Lobster offers a vibrant and inclusive workplace culture where employees are valued and encouraged to grow. The company is dedicated to offering competitive wages, flexible scheduling, and comprehensive benefits that support employee well-being and career advancement.

As a Bartender at Red Lobster, you will play a crucial role in enhancing the guest experience by providing attentive and friendly service at the bar. This role involves preparing and serving drinks according to precise recipes, welcoming guests with enthusiasm, and creating an inviting atmosphere where customers can relax and enjoy their time. Bartenders set up and maintain the bar area, ensure timely and accurate service, and contribute to the overall dining experience by suggestively selling beverages and menu items. This position requires attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. Working at Red Lobster means joining a team that values your contribution and supports your growth with training opportunities and career development. The company offers competitive wages with weekly pay, medical, dental, and vision options starting at less than $10 per week, life insurance, short-term disability benefits, and a 401(k) retirement savings plan with matching after one year of service. Employees also enjoy perks like anniversary pay, discounted shift meals, and a 25% discount when dining as a guest, making Red Lobster an attractive employer within 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 - 12 hour shift
Team player with attention to detail and ability to multi-task

Job Qualifications

Previous bartending experience preferred
Knowledge of drink recipes and mixology techniques
Strong customer service and communication skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
High school diploma or equivalent

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