Bartender/Server (3 Taps)/Seasonal Employment

Chautauqua Institution; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A seasonal hospitality company in the United Kingdom is seeking Bartender/Server staff. This role involves outdoor service at a lakeside bar, providing table service, and maintaining cleanliness in a busy environment. Candidates are preferred to have 1–3 years of server experience but this is not mandatory. Flexible schedules are available primarily during the summer season, with weekends and evenings typically required. Living arrangements are not provided, so applicants should plan accordingly.

Benefits

Flexible schedules

Referral bonus program

Access to Chautauqua programs

Qualifications

• Preferred: 1–3 years of server experience.
• Ability to provide table service efficiently.
• Capacity to maintain cleanliness in a busy environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide table service.
• Maintain clean facilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Assist in overall service staff functionality.

Skills

Table service

Fast-paced environment

Cleanliness maintenance

Job description

Bartender/Server (3 Taps)/Seasonal Employment

Job Category: Restaurant

Requisition Number: BARTE004525

Posted : December 22, 2025
Full-Time
Rate : $10.70 USD per hour

Locations

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New York State - Hotel 3
The Athenaeum Hotel
3 S Lake Dr
Chautauqua, NY 14722, USA

3 Taps is a casual outdoor lakeside bar where patrons can enjoy draft beer and cocktails by the fire while listening to live music. Food and soft drinks are available from The A Truck, a food truck operated by Chautauqua Hotel Company. During the nine‑week summer season tableside and bar service is available 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. daily. During the pre‑season (May) and post‑season (October) service is typically available Friday to Sunday.

About Your Compensation

Compensation for this position is $10.70/hour plus tipped earnings. Employees who are scheduled to perform work in a non‑tipped capacity for 20%+ or more of their shift, attend required events like orientation or training, or do not average minimum wage with their combined tipped income each week will be paid a minimum wage of $16.00/hour.

About Your Work Day

• Provide table service.
• Maintain clean facilities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Cleanup of service area.
• Carry orders to customers.
• Assist in overall service staff functionality.
• All other duties as assigned.

About the Referral Program

Chautauqua Institution’s Referral Bonus Program is a talent solution to recruit, develop, and retain a diverse workforce that encompasses all the skills and experience necessary to deliver on our goals and objectives. Chautauqua Institution will provide a $500 referral bonus (less taxes) for active employees referring a new candidate who is hired and remains employed for at least 90‑days from the first physical date of work. In the case of seasonal positions working less than 6‑month, the new candidate must remain actively employed for at least 30‑days from the first physical date of work and until the closing date of the season. The closing date of the season is the last Sunday in August.

About Your Schedule

Chautauqua Institution and Chautauqua Hotel Company offer flexible schedules, full and part‑time, for seasonal employment during summer operations starting annually each June and concluding in August. Seasonal employment may be available earlier (pre‑season) and beyond season (post‑season) based on business needs and candidate availability. Schedules typically include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays as a requirement.

While you will confirm your final schedule with management at the time of an interview and offer of employment, you should generally anticipate the following schedule options for this position:

Typically work a six or eight‑hour shift with a start time that varies between 5am to 5pm.

About Living on the Grounds

No employer‑provided housing is available for this position, including onsite and off‑grounds options. Applicants should plan to secure independent housing or reside within a commutable distance.

About Chautauqua Institution

Chautauqua Institution is a not‑for‑profit global convener of dialogue on the most significant issues of the day through engagement across four pillars of the arts, education, religion, and recreation. The Chautauqua community is located on the shores of Chautauqua Lake in southwestern New York State and comes alive each summer with a unique mix of visual and performing arts, lectures, interfaith worship/programs, and recreational activities. Chautauqua Institution owns and operates Chautauqua Hotel Company, a comprehensive hotel, food & beverage, conferencing, and events organization.

There are countless ways that our talent will engage with our mission, vision, and diverse communities, and you are invited to immerse yourself in our programming as a gateway to this experience. Employees will receive a traditional Chautauqua gate pass, free of cost, which provides access to many of our programs at the Amphitheater.

Our Commitment to IDEA

Chautauqua Institution values Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA) as a priority in our strategic plan, 150 Forward. One of our five core values is “The dignity and contributions of all people.” We are committed to creating conditions where everyone can engage as complete and valued participants in the Chautauqua experience. The Institution is an equal opportunity employer committed to equitable and inclusive hiring practices. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against based on any status protected under federal, state, or local law. We especially welcome applications from those who can demonstrate experience, engagement, and professional expertise in IDEA.

Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Qualifications

Preferred: 1–3 years server experience is not required for this position.