BEER-WINE-LIQR/BARTENDER

Mariano's is a renowned grocery store chain based in Illinois that joined The Kroger Company in 2015. With more than 40 stores located throughout the Chicago Metro area, Mariano's prides itself on a rich history of innovation and community-centered service. As part of Kroger, one of the largest supermarket operators in the United States, Mariano's benefits from the backing of a national brand while maintaining a strong local identity focused on delivering quality food and outstanding customer experiences. The store emphasizes a dedication to diversity, inclusion, safety, respect, honesty, and integrity, which are reflected in its corporate culture and day-to-day operations. For customers and employees alike, Mariano's is committed to feeding the human spirit by bringing passion for food and people together.

The role at hand is designed for individuals who demonstrate a love for food and a passion for people, aiming to create an outstanding customer experience within a safe, friendly, and clean environment. This position involves promoting a shopping experience centered around delivering efficient service with hands-on knowledge of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. Employees in this role are expected to embody the company’s core values and play an essential part in ensuring that each customer interaction is positive, respectful, and satisfying. Alongside offering exceptional customer care, the job includes maintaining cleanliness and safety standards and supporting the overall team effort to foster a welcoming store environment.

As a member of the Mariano's family, associates receive comprehensive benefits that support physical, emotional, and financial well-being. Flexible scheduling accommodates various availability, whether candidates seek part-time roles or aim for a long-term career path. Mariano's provides opportunities for growth through its extensive training programs and continuing education initiatives, including tuition reimbursement of up to $21,000 over the course of a career. Employees benefit from access to healthcare coverage, employee discounts, and confidential financial and emotional support services. Ideal candidates will have a background in a high-volume hospitality or dining environment, possess strong interpersonal skills, and be licensed bartenders at least 21 years of age. In this role, associates are responsible not only for mixing and serving drinks but also for ensuring compliance with liquor laws, upholding hygiene standards, and actively contributing to sales and customer satisfaction through suggestive selling and product knowledge.

Mariano's encourages those who are caring, purpose-driven, and eager to learn to apply today and become part of a supportive and dynamic team dedicated to excellence in food retail. The company also supports reasonable accommodations during the application and pre-hiring process to ensure equal opportunity for all candidates.