Bartender

Red Lobster, Inc.; Reading; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that values its employees and fosters a welcoming atmosphere! As a Bartender, you'll be the heart of the restaurant, crafting delightful beverages and ensuring every guest feels special. With a focus on teamwork and a commitment to quality, you'll thrive in a dynamic environment where your contributions truly matter. Enjoy flexible scheduling, competitive pay, and numerous opportunities for career advancement. This is not just a job; it's a chance to grow within a family of dedicated professionals who are passionate about providing exceptional dining experiences. Don't miss out on being part of something great!

Benefits

Weekly Pay

Flexible Scheduling

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Anniversary Pay

Discounted Shift Meals

25% Dining Discount

Career Advancement Opportunities

Qualifications

• Must be authorized to work in the country and meet age requirements.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds and stand for long shifts.

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests and provide excellent customer service.
• Prepare and serve drinks according to standard recipes.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bar area.

Skills

Customer Service

Multi-tasking

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Education

Minimum Age Requirement

Tools

POS System

Job description

Overview

Why You Want to Work Here:

• We offer weekly pay and competitive wages
• Flexible scheduling
• Options for medical, dental and vision starting at less than $10/week
• Life insurance, short-term disability and voluntary benefits
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match after 1 year of service
• Anniversary pay (must meet eligibility requirements)
• Discounted shift meals and a 25% discount when dining as a guest
• Opportunities - we train and provide career opportunities so you can advance and grow

Who We Are:

It all began with a single family-owned restaurant and the vision to give people something special: a connection to seafood and the coast. Over fifty years later, every seat in our over 500 restaurant family is an extension of that founding passion. We proudly set the table for our guests' favorite meals and moments because we are more than just a place to eat and work. We are part of the communities we serve, and this is where new friends become familiar faces.

Your responsibilities as a Bartender will include, but are not limited to:

• Welcoming guests and greeting every guest with a smile when they are seated
• Setting up the bar, including pour and glassware stations prior to opening, and limited restocking beverages, mixes, garnishes as needed
• Suggestively selling drinks, appetizers, and desserts
• Making all drinks to standard, using the recipe, glassware, and garnish
• Accurately taking food and drink orders and entering orders into the POS properly
• Checking back with guests throughout the experience to provide refills as needed and clearing any items from the table
• Delivering and settling the check in a timely manner, thanking guests and inviting them to return
• Following all food safety standards

What it Takes to Succeed (Physical Job Requirements)

• Must meet the minimum age requirement and authorized to work in the country you are applying
• Ability to bend, reach, stoop and lift up to 30 pounds safely
• Ability to remain standing for an 8 - 12 hour shift
• Team player with attention to detail and ability to multi-task

The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

BIG plans are on the horizon for Red Lobster. Our team and restaurants are great today, but our future is even better. There is no better time than now to be a part of the Red Lobster Family!

***We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer who provides a welcoming workplace for everyone. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or veteran status***