Bartender

Derby Dinner; Clarksville (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Derby Dinner Playhouse in Clarksville, IN, is seeking a friendly bartender to craft beverages quickly and deliver exceptional guest service in a high-volume, entertainment-driven environment.

You will work during pre-show and intermission, maintain bar cleanliness, manage cash and POS transactions, verify IDs, and collaborate with theatre and kitchen staff to ensure a positive guest experience. Must be 21+, with evening, weekend and holiday availability.

Qualifications

• 1 year of bartending experience in a busy restaurant, theatre, or event venue preferred.
• Strong communication, multitasking, and customer service skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with high guest volume.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Evening, weekend, and holiday availability required.
• POS experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve alcoholic beverages according to recipes and guest requests
• Provide excellent service with a welcoming and engaging attitude
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bar, including restocking, wiping surfaces, and sanitizing tools.
• Verify guest identification and comply with all alcohol service laws
• Handle cash and credit transactions accurately using the POS system
• Work efficiently during high-traffic periods such as pre-show and intermission
• Monitor guest alcohol consumption and ensure responsible service
• Assist with inventory control, including restocking and product rotation
• Collaborate with theatre and kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations and a positive guest experience

Skills

Customer service

Multitasking

Communication

Fast-paced environment

Teamwork

Tools

POS system

Job description

Derby Dinner Playhouse is a vibrant, fast-paced dinner theatre that combines great food, live entertainment, and unforgettable experiences. We serve a diverse range of guests — from families to theatre enthusiasts — and pride ourselves on providing excellent customer service, fostering teamwork, and creating a welcoming atmosphere before every performance.

Our Bartenders are responsible for crafting beverages quickly and accurately while providing exceptional guest service in a high-volume, entertainment-driven environment. This role requires a friendly personality, strong multitasking skills, and the ability to keep composure and efficiency during busy pre-show and intermission rushes.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve alcoholic beverages according to recipes and guest requests

• Provide excellent service with a welcoming and engaging attitude

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bar, including restocking, wiping surfaces, and sanitizing tools.

• Verify guest identification and comply with all alcohol service laws

• Handle cash and credit transactions accurately using the POS system

• Work efficiently during high-traffic periods such as pre-show and intermission

• Monitor guest alcohol consumption and ensure responsible service

• Assist with inventory control, including restocking and product rotation

• Collaborate with theatre and kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations and a positive guest experience

Qualifications

• 1 year of bartending experience in a busy restaurant, theatre, or event venue preferred

• Strong communication, multitasking, and customer service skills.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with high guest volume.

• Must be 21 years of age or older.

• Evening, weekend, and holiday availability required.

• POS experience preferred.