Job Overview
Employment Type
Part-time
Compensation
Hourly
Exact $15.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
Visit the aquarium whenever you want
Complimentary tickets for friends and family
discounts on food and beverage
Discounts on merchandise
Discounts on candy from Sweet Dreams Candy Company
flexible scheduling
Access to Grow U education programs
Job Description
Newport Aquarium is a renowned public aquarium located in Newport, Kentucky, known for its diverse aquatic exhibits and commitment to marine education and conservation. As a popular family destination, Newport Aquarium offers visitors an immersive experience showcasing marine life from local and global waters. The establishment is part of the Herschend Family Entertainment Corporation, which is dedicated to creating memorable experiences through exceptional guest service and engaging attractions.
This opportunity is for the role of a Bartender, working in a dynamic, event-driven environment where guest interaction and professional service are priorities. The employment type is on-demand, with a flexible schedule that includes weekday evenings, weekends, and holidays, but no guaranteed weekly hours. This position requires an individual who can uphold Newport Aquarium's core values—including exceeding guest expectations, serving others, fostering emotional connections, and continuous improvement—while providing world-class service to visitors. As a Bartender, you will be responsible for creating a welcoming atmosphere, accurately preparing and dispensing beverages, and maintaining the safety and cleanliness of the bar area.
The role requires strong customer service skills, attentiveness to guest needs, and the ability to operate efficiently during high-volume events. You will be expected to work closely with the Events Management Team, responding to directions and contributing to smooth event operations. Recognizing signs of intoxication and maintaining a safe environment are critical components of the role, ensuring that guests enjoy their visit responsibly. Furthermore, handling cash transactions accurately and managing inventory controls are essential duties that support the financial integrity of event operations.
Newport Aquarium provides part-time team members with several attractive perks, including unlimited access to the aquarium, discounts on food, beverages, merchandise, and candy from the Sweet Dreams Candy Company. The organization supports ongoing education through the Grow U program sponsored by Herschend Family Entertainment, offering fully funded certifications and degrees ranging from college prep to bachelor’s level. Working as a bartender at Newport Aquarium not only enhances your guest service skills but also provides an opportunity to be part of a mission-driven company focused on bringing families together and creating lasting memories.
This career opportunity encourages candidates who enjoy engaging with people, thrive in fast-paced environments, and appreciate the flexibility of an on-demand schedule. If you are looking for a role that challenges your interpersonal skills while offering a fun and rewarding work environment, this bartender position at Newport Aquarium is an excellent fit.
This opportunity is for the role of a Bartender, working in a dynamic, event-driven environment where guest interaction and professional service are priorities. The employment type is on-demand, with a flexible schedule that includes weekday evenings, weekends, and holidays, but no guaranteed weekly hours. This position requires an individual who can uphold Newport Aquarium's core values—including exceeding guest expectations, serving others, fostering emotional connections, and continuous improvement—while providing world-class service to visitors. As a Bartender, you will be responsible for creating a welcoming atmosphere, accurately preparing and dispensing beverages, and maintaining the safety and cleanliness of the bar area.
The role requires strong customer service skills, attentiveness to guest needs, and the ability to operate efficiently during high-volume events. You will be expected to work closely with the Events Management Team, responding to directions and contributing to smooth event operations. Recognizing signs of intoxication and maintaining a safe environment are critical components of the role, ensuring that guests enjoy their visit responsibly. Furthermore, handling cash transactions accurately and managing inventory controls are essential duties that support the financial integrity of event operations.
Newport Aquarium provides part-time team members with several attractive perks, including unlimited access to the aquarium, discounts on food, beverages, merchandise, and candy from the Sweet Dreams Candy Company. The organization supports ongoing education through the Grow U program sponsored by Herschend Family Entertainment, offering fully funded certifications and degrees ranging from college prep to bachelor’s level. Working as a bartender at Newport Aquarium not only enhances your guest service skills but also provides an opportunity to be part of a mission-driven company focused on bringing families together and creating lasting memories.
This career opportunity encourages candidates who enjoy engaging with people, thrive in fast-paced environments, and appreciate the flexibility of an on-demand schedule. If you are looking for a role that challenges your interpersonal skills while offering a fun and rewarding work environment, this bartender position at Newport Aquarium is an excellent fit.
Job Requirements
- Successful completion of pre-employment background check
- No history of allergy related to animals or plants
- Ability to remain on feet for long periods, climb stairs, bend and stoop
- Physical strength to lift up to 50 pounds
- Ability to work flexible schedule including weekday evenings, weekends and holidays
- This is an on-demand position with no guarantee of weekly hours
Job Qualifications
- Strong public speaking skills and customer service experience
- Serv-Safe training or concurrent bartending training a plus
- Newport City Bartending License a plus
- Ability to think on feet in high stress and high volume events
- Willingness to take direction and coaching from experienced staff
- Proficient in English reading, writing, and speaking
- Ability to work as part of a team and independently with minimal supervision
- Ability to remain courteous, friendly and helpful in fast-paced environment
- Ability to work flexible schedule including weekday evenings, weekends and holidays
Job Duties
- Greet customers in a courteous fashion with world-class service in mind
- Accurately pour and mix based on customer requests and available inventory and liquor
- Respond to and take direction from the Events Management Team
- Recognize levels of intoxication and utilize safety standard training to prevent guests from reaching intoxicated levels
- Maintain a safe work environment at all times
- Accurately set bar based on instructions by Event Management Team
- Prepare and restock bar supplies such as dry goods, glassware, juices, sodas, and garnishes
- Help maintain cleanliness of bar equipment including liquor control devices, knives, and tongs
- Collect money and make accurate change
- Balance bar money bag at the end of each event
- Accurately complete open and closing inventory or consumption sheets
- Follow work schedule and instructions provided for events
- Setup bar area in a timely manner
- Pour and dispense alcoholic beverages to legal age guests
- Maintain security of all bar supplies and inventory
- Learn and adhere to HFE Core Values, guest service standards, policies, procedures, and safety protocols
Job Criteria
Experience
No experience required
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