Bartender

Five Star Parks and Attractions; Centreville (VA); On-site; USD 14,104 - 20,087; Part time

Job summary

Five Star Parks and Attractions in Centreville, VA is seeking a Bartender to support the Bar Manager in providing exceptional service to guests. The ideal candidate will prepare and serve a variety of beverages, handle cash transactions, and interact positively with customers to enhance their experience.

An upbeat attitude, customer service focus, and willingness to learn are essential for this part-time role. Candidates with bar experience or TIPS certification will be preferred. Join us to create unforgettable moments at our entertainment venues!

Qualifications

• Friendly, upbeat attitude.
• Ability to keep calm under pressure.
• Willingness to learn all stations on the line.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve beverages according to recipes.
• Interact with customers and take orders.
• Ensure safety by keeping areas free from hazards.

Skills

Customer service

Bar experience

TIPS certification

POS system operation

Mathematical skills

Job description

Compensation: Competitive pay starting at $12.41/hour, plus tips.

Location: Fun Land Fairfax, VA. Position Type: Part Time.

Company Overview

Five Star Parks & Attractions, a trailblazer in the amusement and hospitality industry, is more than just a rating; it’s a dynamic workplace where enjoyment and excellence converge. We create vibrant amusement park locations and deliver superior entertainment experiences. With a proud portfolio of FEC brands, we ensure unforgettable moments at every site while maintaining a warm, inclusive environment that treats guests like friends. At Five Star Parks & Attractions, we embrace empathy, acknowledge possibilities for all, and celebrate the unique payoff for each individual guest.

Job Summary

As a Bartender, you will support the Bar Manager in providing exceptional service to our guests. You will prepare and serve beverages, interact with customers, take orders, and ensure accurate transactions through the POS system. We seek individuals with a friendly, upbeat attitude, a commitment to quality, and a strong focus on customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve alcoholic or non‑alcoholic beverages according to recipes.
• Interact with customers, take orders, and provide recommendations based on preferences.
• Enter each order accurately into the POS system.
• Uphold the company’s core values and ensure optimum guest experience.
• Maintain quality, consistency, and sanitation standards as per company and state regulations.
• Practice an ownership mentality with emphasis on motivation and teamwork.
• Keep the bar area clean and tidy, including washing glasses and cleaning the bar top and surrounding areas.
• Restock supplies during slow operational hours, including alcohol, ice, fruit, beer kegs, and beer cooler.
• Accurately portion all orders to ensure low cost.
• Handle cash and credit transactions, ensuring all orders are accounted for in the POS system.
• Work with the management team to achieve year‑over‑year growth, profitability, and guest satisfaction.
• Execute programs to lead to increased sales and profitability.
• Understand all menu items and effectively upsell to guests.
• Ensure safety by keeping areas free from hazards, addressing and correcting any practices that lower safety standards.
• Avoid over‑serving alcohol and check the ID of every patron to prevent serving minors.
• Handle guest complaints and maintain a calm demeanor under pressure.
• Obtain TIPS certification.

Qualifications

• Friendly, upbeat attitude.
• Ability to perform each essential duty successfully.
• Bar experience preferred, but not required.
• Willingness to learn all stations on the line.
• Ability to follow drink recipes and maintain accurate pour sizes.
• Ability to keep calm under pressure and handle guest complaints.
• TIPS certification preferred.
• Computer skills to operate the POS system.
• Strong language skills for reading and interpreting business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Mathematical skills for calculating figures such as discount, interest, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, volume, cost, and tip share.
• Reasoning ability to solve practical problems and interpret various instructions.

Additional Requirements

• Position requires consistent activity, such as walking, bending, and lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to work holidays and weekends.
• Employment may require a background check.

EEO Statement

Five Star Parks & Attractions is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non‑merit factors. We actively promote diversity and inclusion within our workplace and encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply.

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