Bartender

beatthebomb; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid time off

401k plan

Learning stipend

Referral bonuses

Insurance: medical, dental, and vision

Transit benefits

Life insurance

Free beverages & discounted meals

Career growth opportunities

Friend & family discounts

Job summary

Beat The Bomb Charlotte is seeking a friendly Bartender to craft cocktails and beverages for our immersive experiences. You will ensure guest satisfaction through great service, follow safety guidelines, and help maintain a fast-paced bar that supports our unique game rooms.

Requirements include being TIPS certified, willingness to complete bar training, and weekend availability. The role is hands-on, with physical activity and the chance to grow with a fast-growing startup.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering guest service in a fast-paced bar setting.
• Ability to follow safety and sanitation procedures.
• Willingness to complete bar training and pass tests.
• Weekend availability and ability to be on your feet for long shifts.

Responsibilities

• Prep all slushie batch recipes, fruit and juices before shift.
• Follow all safety and sanitation procedures.
• Set up and break down the bar for service.
• Fill ice wells before and after shifts.
• Prepare beverage items to spec and according to tickets.
• Take care of all guests' beverage and food needs at the bar.

Skills

Guest service

Teamwork

Communication

TIPS certification

Weekend availability

Job description

The Company

BEAT THE BOMB is the next generation of immersive group entertainment, where customers step into real-life video games. We use an innovative digital, interactive game system to reimagine the intersection of technology and human social connection. In our classic Mission experience, teams wearing hazmat suits go through a series of interactive game rooms, including a laser maze, before facing the World's Largest Paint, Slime, and Foam Bomb! Our original Brooklyn location opened in 2018. We now have locations in Atlanta, Washington D.C., Philadelphia, Charlotte, Houston, and Denver. We've hosted over 500,000 players including hundreds of corporate team building outings, school groups, and non-profit organizations. Beat The Bomb is one of the highest rated experiences in all 5 markets. We offer a full range of special event services including STEM Camps, Kid and Adult Birthday parties, Corporate Tournaments, and Bachelorette parties. We also have a virtual team building platform called Beat The Bomb Virtual, serving remote teams across the globe. Our #1 goal is to ensure every player has a BLAST!

The Charlotte Location

Located on the border of the South End and LoSo neighborhoods of Charlotte, this will be the Company's 5th location, opening in Winter 2024. The 10,000+ square foot location offers our classic Mission experiences with glass-walled bomb rooms blasting teams with Paint, Foam and Slime; 4 immersive arcade lounges ('Game Bays'); street food and a full selection of beer, wine, cocktails & signature slushies @ The Bomb Bar; a beer garden with sports viewing; and dedicated private event spaces for large groups.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

The Bartender will help in creating a one-of-a-kind experience for both Beat The Bomb's customers and fellow team members through great guest service and cool cocktails. Beat The Bomb Bartenders must be able to properly execute all drink recipes and follow all food/drink safety guidelines. While they will primarily handle operations specific to the Bar, it will be important for all team members to understand all elements of the Beat The Bomb operation.

• Prep all slushie batch recipes, fruit and juices before the start of shift


• Follow all safety and sanitation procedures


• Properly set up/break down the bar for service


• Fill all Ice wells prior to and at the end of shift (Ice will be burned at the end of night to clean well and then refilled)


• Prepare beverage items to spec and according to tickets


• Take care of all guests beverage and food needs at the bar

The Ideal Bartender

• Embodies Beat The Bomb's Values:
  
  
  
  • Bring Positivity
  
  
  • Take Responsibility
  
  
  • Build The Future
  
  
  • CREATE THE FUN
  
  
  
  


• Required to be TIPS certified; if certified prior to onboarding must provide a non expired card.


• Will be required to take and pass bar training tests before working shifts


• Loves people! They thrive when engaging with others... both teammates and customers alike!


• The ultimate teammate - they are ready to jump in and help wherever and whenever necessary!


• Remains calm when faced with external pressures


• Is friendly, outgoing and inclusive


• Is a weekend warrior! (must be available to work weekends)


• Does not mind physical activity... This will be a position where you are constantly on your feet and in motion.

What We Offer

• Competitive Pay, Tip Pools and Monthly Bonus Pool


• Paid time off: up to 5 days in year 1 and 10 days after 1st year


• 401k plan


• $500 Annual Learning Stipend for professional development [Full-Time Only]


• Referral Bonuses


• Medical, dental and vision insurance (full-time Only)


• HSA (full-time only)


• Transit Benefits


• Life Insurance Benefit Options (Full-Time Only)


• Free fountain beverages and discounted meals (free for kitchen staff)


• An opportunity to advance or expand your career with company growth


• A chance to be a part of an exciting and fast-growing start up team


• Friends & family ticket discounts!