Bartender

SSP America; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development and advancement

Referral bonuses

Employer pays 95% of benefits

Job summary

SSP America operates multiple restaurants at Sky Harbor Airport, where you will support bartending operations and guest service. The role emphasizes accurate drink preparation, order entry, and maintaining bar cleanliness while complying with liquor regulations.

We seek thoughtful, passionate individuals with bartending experience in full-service settings. The position is full-time with vacation, benefits, and opportunities for career advancement at SSP America.

Qualifications

• At least 21 years old.
• 2 years of bartender experience.
• High school diploma, preferred.
• Verbal and written communication is essential.
• Ability to read, speak, and understand the English language in order to communicate with guests and take orders.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Brand Certification, as required.
• Ability to stand and work in confined spaces for long period of time.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests in a timely, courteous, and friendly manner
• Use recipes and practice portion control to mix, garnish, and present drinks
• Input orders into register at the point of sale and create a check for each guest
• Receive cash from guests, make any change needed, verify validity of charges, record charges, and ensure vouchers are properly executed
• Maintain proper and adequate set-up of the bar at all times
• Responsible for maintaining stock, cutting, and storing of all fresh fruit and vegetable garnishes, juices, and other perishables daily to ensure product quality
• Must adhere to all State, Federal, and Corporate liquor regulations pertaining to serving alcoholic beverages to minors and intoxicated guests at all times
• Perform general cleaning tasks using standard cleaning products as assigned by supervisor to adhere to health standards
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Bartender exp

Customer service

English language

Verbal comms

Written comms

Age 21+

Education

High school diploma (preferred)

Job description

• Career development and opportunities for advancement

Job Description

• $12.85 / Hour Plus Daily Tips
• Full Time
• 2 Weeks Paid Vacation
• Referral Bonuses
• Employer Pays 95% of Benefits
• Career development and opportunities for advancement

SSP America operates several restaurants throughout the Sky Harbor Airport. Our restaurants include: Four Peaks, Matt's Big Breakfast, Humble Pie, PHX Beer Company, Ajo Al's, Scramble, Tarbell's Tavern and more!

To be successful as a bartender, you need to be thoughtful and passionate about your work. In this role, you are the backbone of the company and whether you are preparing drink orders, or helping with keeping the restaurant clean, you will always have the opportunity to affect our amazing guests in an amazing way. If you have bartending experience in a full service restaurant, this would be a great fit for you!

Here are a few things you can expect if you join our team as a bartender:

• Greet guests in a timely, courteous, and friendly manner
• Use recipes and practice portion control to mix, garnish, and present drinks
• Input orders into register at the point of sale and create a check for each guest
• Receive cash from guests, make any change needed, verify validity of charges, record charges, and ensure vouchers are properly executed
• Maintain proper and adequate set-up of the bar at all times
• Responsible for maintaining stock, cutting, and storing of all fresh fruit and vegetable garnishes, juices, and other perishables daily to ensure product quality
• Must adhere to all State, Federal, and Corporate liquor regulations pertaining to serving alcoholic beverages to minors and intoxicated guests at all times
• Perform general cleaning tasks using standard cleaning products as assigned by supervisor to adhere to health standards
• Other duties as assigned

Skills And Requirements

• At least 21 years old
• 2 years of bartender experience
• High school diploma, preferred
• Verbal and written communication is essential
• Ability to read, speak, and understand the English language in order to communicate with guests and take orders
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds
• Basic mathematical skills
• Brand Certification, as required
• Ability to stand and work in confined spaces for long period of time

SSP America is an equal opportunity employer. All decisions concerning the employment relationship will be made without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. SSP America will provide reasonable accommodations during the application and interview process upon request as required to comply with applicable laws.