CATERING BARTENDER (ON CALL)

Gourmet Dining and Chartwells Higher Education are part of Compass Group, a leading food service company that operates innovative dining concepts on over 270 college campuses across the United States. Known for serving fresh, local, and nutritious meals, these brands have been recognized twice as the Fastest Growing Brand by Nation's Restaurant News, reflecting their commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. At Gourmet Dining and Chartwells Higher Education, the focus is on people—the associates, customers, and communities they serve. They invest in creating meaningful career opportunities, supporting professional growth, and fostering a positive workplace culture. Their operations emphasize food safety, sustainability, and providing exceptional dining experiences tailored for academic environments.

The role of Catering Bartender at Marywood University in Scranton, PA, offers an on-call employment opportunity where schedule flexibility is based on operational needs. Candidates will be responsible for preparing and serving beverages to guests efficiently and courteously, ensuring compliance with all relevant liquor laws and company policies. The hourly pay rate ranges from $18.00 to $22.00, and internal employee referral bonuses are available. This position requires prior bartending experience, as it demands a thorough understanding of beverage preparation, stock management, and maintaining a clean, organized bar environment.

In this role, the Catering Bartender sets up the bar area, ensuring all supplies such as beer, wine, spirits, glassware, ice, and garnishes are fully stocked and maintained. They are responsible for producing fresh garnishes from fruit and vegetables to preserve product quality and present drinks that meet standardized recipes with portion control practices. Bartenders must be vigilant about checking guest identification, monitoring for intoxication, and adhering strictly to liquor laws to prevent service to minors or intoxicated individuals. Handling cash transactions accurately and securely is essential, as is performing closing duties such as securing inventory and cleaning the work area.

This position is integral to creating a welcoming social atmosphere, greeting guests with friendliness and professionalism, and supporting the overall event or dining experience. Additionally, employees in this role may also assist with cleaning and sterilizing glassware and maintaining an attractive bar display. Gourmet Dining and Chartwells Higher Education emphasize a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, equal opportunity employment, and compliance with all applicable labor laws and standards. Benefits for both part-time and full-time employees include retirement plans, health and wellness programs, an associate shopping program, pet insurance, and various voluntary benefits, with full-time positions additionally offering medical, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, commuter benefits, employee assistance, and flexible spending accounts.

Overall, the Catering Bartender position provides a rewarding opportunity to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment within a respected food service organization that values employee development and customer satisfaction. Candidates will find support for career advancement and a broad spectrum of benefits, alongside the chance to be part of a team dedicated to excellence in hospitality and dining services at a prominent university campus.