Bartender

Applebee's; Great Bend (KS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Thrive Restaurant Group seeks a Bartender for our dual-branded Applebee’s/IHOP restaurant. You will prepare alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, serve guests at the bar, and support overall guest experience during morning to night shifts.

You’ll create a welcoming atmosphere, adhere to responsible alcohol service, handle orders, and maintain bar readiness through opening and closing duties, garnishes, and stock management while delivering friendly hospitality.

Qualifications

• A genuine desire to care for others while growing and learning.
• Positive attitude with a passion for hospitality.
• Ability to operate blenders, frozen beverage machines, and other bar equipment safely and efficiently.
• Ability to stand and remain active throughout the entire shift.
• Comfortable with frequent hand washing and regular immersion of hands in water.
• Ability to maintain cleanliness by wiping tables, bar surfaces, equipment, and picking up debris throughout the restaurant.
• Ability to transport glass racks, beverage cases, and other supplies weighing up to 25 pounds multiple times during a shift.
• Reading, writing, basic math, verbal communication, and cash-handling skills required.
• Flexibility to support the overall operation of the dual-branded restaurant as business needs require.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to company recipes, responsible alcohol service guidelines, and applicable laws (30%).
• Create a welcoming, friendly, and engaging atmosphere by interacting with bar guests and delivering exceptional hospitality (20%).
• Take food and beverage orders and serve guests seated at the bar (15%).
• Complete assigned opening, closing, and side work to maintain bar readiness (15%).
• Prepare fruit and vegetable garnishes and stock bar supplies throughout each shift (5%).
• Present guest checks, accurately process cash and credit card transactions, and complete payment procedures (5%).
• Process employee and manager food orders as required (5%).
• Enter food and beverage orders accurately into the point-of-sale system and communicate with the kitchen to ensure timely service (5%).

Skills

Customer service

Mixology

Cash handling

Hospitality mindset

Safety compliance

Physical stamina

Job description

Thrive Restaurant Group is a family-owned restaurant company that’s been serving communities for over 50 years, and we’re looking for the next member of our family. As we open our innovative dual-branded Applebee’s/IHOP restaurant, we’re building a team that’s passionate about hospitality, teamwork, and creating memorable experiences for every guest - morning, noon, and night.

We are committed to making a difference in the lives of the people we serve and the communities where we live. If you enjoy working in a fun, family-oriented atmosphere and are interested in learning business, leadership, and hospitality, this is the place for you.

Title: Bartender

Hours of Operation:

Sun - Thursday: 7am-10pm

Friday - Saturday: 7am - 12am

Our Purpose

To make a difference by serving guests with genuine hospitality, great food, and expertly crafted beverages. As a Bartender, you'll create a welcoming, energetic atmosphere while preparing alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, serving guests at the bar, and supporting the overall guest experience within our dual-branded Applebee's/IHOP restaurant.

Essential Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to company recipes, responsible alcohol service guidelines, and applicable laws (30%).

• Create a welcoming, friendly, and engaging atmosphere by interacting with bar guests and delivering exceptional hospitality (20%).

• Take food and beverage orders and serve guests seated at the bar (15%).

• Complete assigned opening, closing, and side work to maintain bar readiness (15%).

• Prepare fruit and vegetable garnishes and stock bar supplies throughout each shift (5%).

• Present guest checks, accurately process cash and credit card transactions, and complete payment procedures (5%).

• Process employee and manager food orders as required (5%).

• Enter food and beverage orders accurately into the point-of-sale system and communicate with the kitchen to ensure timely service (5%).

Qualifications

• A genuine desire to care for others while growing and learning.

• Positive attitude with a passion for hospitality.

• Ability to operate blenders, frozen beverage machines, and other bar equipment safely and efficiently.

• Ability to stand and remain active throughout the entire shift.

• Comfortable with frequent hand washing and regular immersion of hands in water.

• Ability to maintain cleanliness by wiping tables, bar surfaces, equipment, and picking up debris throughout the restaurant.

• Ability to transport glass racks, beverage cases, and other supplies weighing up to 25 pounds multiple times during a shift.

• Reading, writing, basic math, verbal communication, and cash-handling skills required.

• Flexibility to support the overall operation of the dual-branded restaurant as business needs require.

Physical Requirements

This position requires regular physical activity throughout each shift. Team members must be able to:

• Move throughout the restaurant and communicate effectively with guests and team members.

• Frequently handle and grasp items weighing up to 5 pounds.

• Occasionally lift and/or move items weighing up to 25 pounds.

• Bend, stoop, reach, and stand for extended periods.

• Maintain adequate vision to assess cleanliness to prepare beverages accurately, and operate touchscreen point-of-sale systems.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Compensation

This position is paid at the applicable tip-credit minimum wage, plus tips where permitted by law. Total earnings will vary based on business levels, shift availability, and tips received.

Thrive Restaurant Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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