Bartender

Great Wolf Lodge; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted vacations for you & family

Employee referral incentives

Great Wolf University training

Flexible scheduling

Wellness program & EAP

Diversity & inclusion programs

401K with employer match

Paid vacation time off

Paid parental leave

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Great Wolf Lodge in Kentucky is seeking a Bartender to provide friendly, responsive service and craft cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages for guests. The role involves monitoring inventory, restocking as needed, and recommending drinks to guests while maintaining a safe, clean bar environment.

Shifts offered include full-time, part-time, and flexible scheduling. Prior bartending experience is preferred, with a requirement to be 21+ and to pass background checks.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years old.
• Flexible scheduling based on business demands.
• Successful completion of criminal background check and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages to guests.
• Prepare garnishes and mixes according to recipes.
• Assess guest preferences and make recommendations.
• Maintain clean, attractive bar area and proper presentation.
• Operate draught beer equipment and maintain kegs/lines.
• Ensure responsible service and compliance with laws.
• Monitor guest alcohol consumption and arrange alternate transportation if needed.
• Restock supplies and manage inventory for bar area.
• Stay informed on industry trends and experiment with cocktails.
• Handle cash via POS system and daily reporting.

Skills

Bartending

Customer service

Cash handling

Tools

POS system

Job description

Pay: $11.00

A Great Wolf, theBartender provides friendly and responsive service to all guests, ensuring a fun and safe environment. The Bartender prepares cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages, has knowledge of common drinks, and makes suggestions to guests. The Bartender also monitors inventory and takes appropriate action to re-stock as necessary.

Hiring immediately with full-time, part-time, and flexible scheduling

Join our Pack:

• Grow your career: A great place to start or advance your career with cross-training, scholarship fund, and talent development programs at all levels
• Great Perks: Take advantage of exclusive perks for you, your family, and friends - including discounted vacations and employee referral incentives
• Learn While You Earn: Gain access to Great Wolf University for on-the-job training, functional, and leadership training
• Prioritize Your Well-Being: We offer flexible scheduling, access to a holistic wellness program and technology, and support through our Employee Assistance Program and Employee Relief Fund
• Celebrate Your Uniqueness: Join a team that cheers for diversity and inclusion through programs that make everyone feel welcome and recognized.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Health savings account
• Telehealth resources
• Life insurance
• 401K with employer match
• Paid vacation time off
• Paid parental leave

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Serves customers alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages including beer, wine, cocktails, juices, etc.
• Prepares garnishes and mixes drinks for guests according to recipes
• Assess customer needs and preferences and make recommendations
• Maintain attractive and orderly appearance of bar area through arrangement of bottles & glassware
• Ensure bar area adheres to highest standards of cleanliness, presentation, and service
• Prepares, cleans, and maintains draught beer equipment; connects couplings to beer barrels and to faucet
• Responsible for ensuring a safe and secure bar area by enforcing standards and procedures for alcohol consumption; comply with all legal regulations
• Monitor customers' alcohol consumption and refuse service and/or call for alternate transportation as necessary
• Maintain supplies via ordering, requisitioning, or re-stocking snacks, liquors, beers, wines, and non-alcoholic beverages; replace kegs/beer barrels; prepare garnishes
• Enhance skillset and knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; stay abreast of industry trends; experiment with new cocktail recipes
• Perform cash-handling functions, including point-of-sale (POS) system, registers, and daily reporting

Basic Qualifications & Skills

• Must be 21 years of age
• Must be flexible regarding scheduling based on business demands
• Successful completion of criminal background check and drug screen

Desired Qualifications & Traits

• Previous bartending training and/or experience; demonstrated knowledge of beer, wine, cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages
• Understanding of sanitation-related issues and knowledge of precautions necessary to ensure clean beverage preparation environment
• Projects professional image that inspires trust and confidence
• Enthusiastic and positive energy
• Multi-tasking ability

Physical Requirements

• Able to lift up to 30 lbs.
• Able to bend, stretch, and twist
• Able to stand for long periods of time

An employee’s pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors, including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, travel requirements, revenue-based metrics, any contractual agreements, and business or organizational needs. The range listed is just one component of Great Wolf’s total compensation package. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, a Paid Time Off policy, and other perks.