Bartender

Worcester Center For Performing Arts Inc; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The Worcester Center For Performing Arts Inc is seeking a bartender to deliver premium beverage service at a fast-paced live venue, ensuring speed, accuracy and craft to elevate the patron experience during peak rushes.

Responsibilities include bar setup and stocking, efficient POS use, cash handling and strict adherence to liquor laws. The role requires night/weekend availability, the ability to handle multiple tasks, and a professional approach with customers and staff.

Qualifications

• Must be 21+ years old and have TIP Certification.
• Experience in a fast-paced bar, nightclub, or event space preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service while preparing drinks with speed, accuracy, and craft.
• Assist with bar setup, stocking, and garnishment prep prior to events.
• Efficiently operate the POS system, process payments, and maintain cash control and security.
• Adhere to all local liquor laws while maintaining a safe, inclusive environment.
• Maintain a clean, organized bar area throughout the shift; teardown by clearing glassware.
• Adhere to the organization’s values in all interactions with staff, volunteers and the public.
• Fully comply with the organization’s rules and regulations for safe operation of all spaces.

Skills

Night shifts & weekends availability

Task coordination in high-pressure env

Professional interaction with guests

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

21+ years old

TIP Certification

Job description

As a vital theatre ambassador, the Bartender delivers premium beverage service while navigating the fast-paced demands of a live venue. The role's primary goal is to provide flawless, high-speed service during peak rushes, balancing accuracy and craft to elevate the overall patron experience.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Provide exceptional customer service while preparing drinks and concessions with speed, accuracy, and craft.
• Assist with bar setup, stocking, and garnishment prep prior to events.
• Efficiently operate the POS system, accurately process payments, and maintain strict cash control and security at all times.
• Strictly adhere to all local liquor laws while maintaining a safe, inclusive environment.
• Maintain a clean, organized bar area throughout the shift; execute teardown by emptying trash and clearing glassware.
• Adhere to the organization’s values at all times and in all interactions with staff, volunteers and members of the public.
• Fully comply with the organization’s rules and regulations for the safe and efficient operation of all spaces.

SKILLS AND SPECIFICATIONS:

The employee must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to demonstrate that they can perform the above responsibilities and essential functions to a high level of competency, with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Ability to work nights and weekends with occasional weekday afternoons.
• Ability to manage and coordinate numerous tasks simultaneously in a busy, high-pressure environment.
• Ability to effectively work with internal and external customers with professionalism, courtesy, and tact.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this jobwith or without reasonable accommodation.

• Ability to stand for long periods of time and climb stairs.
• Ability to walk, stand, climb, kneel, reach, crawl, push, pull, and twist in some instances.
• Ability to move throughout theatre environment and building, and continuously perform essential functions for an extended period of time.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be 21 years of age or older
• TIP Certification
• Experience in a fast-paced bar, nightclub, or event space preferred