Bartender, Petco Park

Delaware North Sportservice is a leading hospitality and food service company that has proudly operated concessions, premium dining, and retail services at Petco Park in San Diego, California since 2004. Petco Park, a 42,445-seat venue, serves as the home stadium for Major League Baseball's San Diego Padres, providing fans with an exceptional game-day experience through a variety of upscale dining options, including a private chef tasting room. Delaware North is a family-owned company with over 100 years of history and a global presence in the hospitality industry, spanning sports venues, national parks, casinos, hotels, and more. The company values its employees as integral members of its global legacy, offering unique career growth and success pathways in a diverse array of roles. Delaware North emphasizes the importance of creating great experiences in great places, focusing on a culture that supports both personal and professional development.

The opportunity being offered is for the position of a seasonal Bartender at Petco Park. This role is vital to the guest experience at one of the most exciting sports venues in the country. As a Bartender, you will be responsible for serving both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, ensuring safety and compliance with all beverage service policies. The position offers a competitive pay rate of $17.75 per hour and comes with access to a comprehensive benefits package designed to support team members’ overall well-being. These benefits include weekly pay, flexible work schedules, training and development opportunities, employee discounts, and eligibility for health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid vacation days and holidays, paid parental bonding leave, employee assistance programs, and tuition or professional certification reimbursement.

The role of a Bartender at Delaware North requires excellent interpersonal skills and a keen attention to detail. Responsibilities include fulfilling drink orders accurately and efficiently, handling cash and electronic payments, mixing drinks according to established recipes, maintaining inventory, and upholding alcohol service laws by requesting identification when necessary. This position demands physical stamina, including constant standing, walking, bending, and lifting (occasionally up to 50 pounds), as well as the ability to work under moderate to high noise levels during busy events. Shift schedules are varied, including days, evenings, weekends, holidays, and major events, offering dynamic and exciting workdays that move quickly and keep team members engaged.

Delaware North’s commitment to its employees is evident in its emphasis on inclusion, equal opportunity, and career growth. The company encourages candidates who thrive in fast-paced environments and are passionate about creating excellent guest experiences to apply and join the vibrant, team-oriented culture at Petco Park. Whether you are seeking part-time or full-time work, experience in hospitality, or opportunities to advance in your career, Delaware North provides supportive resources and a welcoming environment that fosters professional excellence and personal satisfaction.