Bartender

Red Lobster is a renowned family-owned seafood restaurant chain with over fifty years of history, offering guests a memorable dining experience with a special connection to seafood and coastal living. Established with a passion for quality food and hospitality, Red Lobster has grown into a vibrant network of over 500 restaurants, serving millions of guests annually. The company prides itself on being an integral part of the communities they serve, fostering an environment where new friendships blossom into lasting relationships. With a focus on delivering exceptional meals and moments, Red Lobster is more than just a place to eat – it is a welcoming workplace that values its team members and encourages their growth and advancement. The Bartender role at Red Lobster is pivotal in ensuring guests enjoy a seamless and pleasant dining experience. This position is perfect for individuals who love interacting with people, have a keen eye for detail, and enjoy crafting quality beverages. Bartenders are the face of the restaurant's bar area, responsible for welcoming guests with a warm smile, preparing drinks to exacting standards using approved recipes, and providing outstanding customer service throughout the dining experience. The role involves setting up the bar before service, maintaining cleanliness and sufficient stock of supplies, and precisely taking and entering food and beverage orders. Bartenders are vital in suggestively promoting drinks, appetizers, and desserts to enhance the guest experience and increase revenue. Additionally, they ensure that food safety standards are rigorously adhered to and handle transactions with accuracy and professionalism. This is a physically demanding role requiring stamina to stand for extended shifts, handle lifting of up to 30 pounds safely, and multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment. Red Lobster offers competitive wages with weekly pay, flexible scheduling, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes options for medical, dental, and vision coverage starting at less than $10 per week. Additional benefits include life insurance, short-term disability, voluntary benefits, a 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match after one year of service, anniversary pay opportunities, discounted meals, and a 25% dining discount for guests. Red Lobster invests in its team through continuous training and career advancement programs, making it an excellent workplace for those committed to growth and success. As part of its dedication to inclusivity and equal opportunity, Red Lobster fosters a welcoming work environment regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or veteran status. Joining the Red Lobster family means becoming part of a supportive team focused on delivering exceptional seafood experiences while building a rewarding and sustainable career.