Bartender

Entertainment Places; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free park admission

Discounts on park tickets

Park discounts on food & merch

Scholarship opportunities

Exclusive employee events

Job summary

SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment in San Antonio invites applications for a seasonal bartender role. You will produce and serve bar drinks, check IDs, and upsell premium products to create a memorable guest experience.

Ideal candidates have bartender experience, excellent communication and cash handling skills, and knowledge of beverage safety. Prior SeaWorld experience and a high-volume venue background are a plus.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Understanding of state beverage safety requirements.
• Previous bartender experience required – two years preferred.
• Expertise with popular recipes (margaritas, cosmopolitans, mojitos).
• Theme park experience serving international guests desirable.
• Background in high-volume bar/restaurant a plus.
• Outstanding communication, customer service and cash handling skills.
• Food & Beverage Safety certifications.
• Basic knowledge of beer, liquor and wine.

Responsibilities

• Produce and serve bar drinks following recipe and presentation standards.
• Check IDs to ensure appropriate drinking age.
• Upsell premium products when appropriate.
• Get to know guest preferences.
• Monitor guest consumption following guidelines.
• Answer guest questions.
• Operate cash register.
• Keep areas clean and sanitary.
• Earn guaranteed rate if not met with tips.

Skills

Bartending experience

Customer service

Cash handling

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Cash register

Job description

SEASONAL POSITION At SeaWorld, we're passionate about caring for animals. In fact, we've already rescued over 40,000 animals (and counting!). And we can save you from being stuck in just another job. Join us and help bring joy, excitement, and lasting memories to people from around the world. We're seeking enthusiastic, dedicated, and hard-working individuals to become our Ambassadors. Join us and play an important part on our incredible team!

What you get to do:

• This role will create and distribute delicious and refreshing drinks and food.
• Combine your skills as a mixologist with your natural flair for satisfying service to deliver a one-of-a-kind guest experience.

You will:

• Produce and serve bar drinks following recipe and presentation standards
• Check IDs to ensure appropriate drinking age
• Upsell premium products when appropriate
• Get to know guest preferences
• Monitor guest consumption of alcohol, following all company and state guidelines
• Answer guest questions
• Operate cash register
• Keep areas clean and sanitary
• Earn guaranteed rate if not met with tips

What it takes to succeed:

• At least 18 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Understanding of state and local beverage safety requirements
• Previous bartender experience required – two years of experience preferred
• Expertise with popular recipes such as margaritas, cosmopolitans, mojitos, etc.
• Theme park experience serving international guests highly desirable
• Background in a high-volume nightclub, bar, or restaurant a plus
• Outstanding communication, customer service and cash handling skills
• Food & Beverage Safety certifications
• Must have basic knowledge of beer, liquor and wine
• Basic food and non-alcoholic beverage knowledge

The perks of the position:

Ambassadors will enjoy a fun, fast-paced environment, and great teammates, as well as:

• FREE park admission
• Discounts on park admission tickets and passes for family and friends
• Park discounts on food, merchandise, etc.
• Scholarship opportunities
• Exclusive employee events and giveaways

EEO Employer:

SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, PREGNANCY, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.

United Parks & Resorts is a world-renowned leader in the themed-park and entertainment industry. Our success is built on a passion for caring for animals and a dedication to delivering positive, memorable experiences to people from around the world. We’re also committed to helping ambitious people achieve their professional best. We’re always seeking exceptionally skilled and knowledgeable individuals for a variety of roles throughout our organization.