Bartender-03 INT – 6829

Kodiakmwr; Kodiak (AK); On-site; USD 24,796 - 28,929; Full time

Job summary

MWR Kodiak in Kodiak, AK is hiring a Bartender-03 to mix and serve a variety of beverages. The role includes preparing drinks, handling payments, and maintaining sanitation and stock levels. Training is provided, with annual refresher required. The position operates on an intermittent work schedule.

Applicants must have experience mixing drinks for retail, ability to handle cash, and meet age requirements for alcohol service. Background checks and compliance with safety standards are required.

Qualifications

• Experience mixing alcoholic beverages for retail sale.
• Ability to recognize intoxicated or unruly patrons and resolve issues.
• Proficient cash handling and math skills.
• Physical ability to stand, lift 5–40 lbs, and work long shifts.
• Must meet minimum age for serving alcohol.

Responsibilities

• Mix and serve alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages.
• Prepare drinks with premix and garnish; serve to patrons or deliver to staff.
• Set up and maintain a clean, stocked bar area; ensure proper sanitation.

Skills

Bartender experience

Cash handling

Customer service

Stamina

Age verification

Education

Bartender training certification

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

MWR Kodiak, Kodiak, AK, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 6829

OMB NO: 1625-0120

Expiration Date: 05/31/2029

Announcement: 6829

Opening Date: 07 July 2026 Pay Plan/Series/Pay Band: NA-7405-03

Closing Date: Until Filled Work Schedule: Intermittent

Position: Bartender-03 Salary: $19.10/hour

Who May Apply: All Sources Location: Kodiak, AK

DUTIES

The purpose of this position is to mix and serve alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages.

Prepare a variety of alcoholic drinks by selecting proper premix and garnish. Serve patrons directly or deliver to wait staff. Receive payment, operate cash register, and make and return change to patrons or wait staff. May be required to prepare documentation for cash funds accountability.

Set up bar for operation. Ensure bar is in a presentable and sanitary condition. Assure adequate stock level is maintained, set up storeroom and work area to permit easy access to stock items. Maintain work area neat and clean. Wash bar equipment, glassware, and utensils following proper sanitation procedures. Stock services bars and assist higher level bartender as required.

Complete required training in the serving of alcoholic beverages before starting work. Annual, local refresher training is required and must be documented. Identify persons who become unruly or who appear intoxicated, resolve the problem, or seek assistance in accordance with established procedures.

Adhere to safety regulations and standards. Use required safety equipment and observe safe work procedures. Promptly report any observed workplace hazards, injury, occupational illness, and/or property damage resulting from workplace mishaps to the immediate supervisor. Must have working knowledge of sanitation procedures.

Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

1. Experience mixing alcoholic beverages for retail sale. Completion of a bartender’s training school may be substituted for the required experience.
2. Experience recognizing intoxicated or unruly patrons and resolving the problem or seeking assistance.
3. Experience following proper cash handling procedures.
4. Must be able to stoop, stand, and walk for long periods of time. Must be physically able to frequently lift objects weighing 5 to 10 pounds, pull and push objects weighing 10 to 20 pounds, and occasionally lift up to and over 40 pounds.
5. Must meet the appropriate minimum age requirement for working with and/or serving alcoholic beverages.

Preferred (in addition to the minimum)

1. One year’s experience as a bartender.

USCG COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMAND COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS

• Paid Annual and Sick Leave
• Holiday Pay
• Pension Plan
• 401k Savings Plan
• Life Insurance
• Short Term/Long Term Disability
• Tuition Assistance

OTHER ESSENTIAL INFORMATION

• Residency Requirements: Non‑U.S. nationals, who are authorized to work in the U.S. and applying for any DHS position, must have resided within the United States, or U.S. territories, for at least three of the last five years.
• Selectee will be required to participate in Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer as the Standard method of payment for payroll and travel purposes.
• Males born after 12/31/59 and at least 18 years of age must be registered with the Selective Service System, unless covered by an exemption under the Selective Service Law, in accordance with 5 U.S. Code 3378. Selectee will be required to provide a written statement regarding his registration status unless he is exempted by this statute.
• Must satisfactorily complete a Federal Background check and all pre‑employment requirements, which may include, but are not limited to, background checks, security clearances, drug testing, verification of employment history, and any other requirements applicable to this position. Additionally, you may be required to meet specific job‑related qualifications or certifications as a condition of your employment.
• Applicants may not be employed in the chain of command of their relatives.
• This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case‑by‑case basis.

Equal Employment Opportunity: All candidates will be considered without regard to any non‑merit factor such as race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or marital status.