Bartender - ACL Live

Ryman Hospitality Properties; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Ryman Hospitality Properties is seeking a Bartender to excel in a fast-paced, high-energy environment at our music and entertainment venues in Austin, TX. You will mix cocktails, pour drinks, and deliver exceptional guest service while maintaining compliance with safety and alcohol service policies.

The role requires high-volume bartending experience, strong guest interaction skills, and accuracy with POS/cash handling. Flexible scheduling, evenings, weekends, and holidays may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous bartending experience, especially in high-volume venues.
• Ability to handle cash and perform POS transactions accurately.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests warmly and engage them to encourage repeat visits.
• Follow established recipes to prepare cocktails and drinks.
• Accurately fulfill drink orders and answer menu questions; upsell where appropriate.
• Maintain a clean, safe bar area and comply with health regulations.
• Handle cash and POS transactions, and reconcile end-of-shift cash deposits.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

POS system

Job description

As a Bartender in our legendary music and entertainment venues, you'll keep the drinks flowing and the energy high. You'll mix cocktails, pour drinks, and deliver exceptional guest service. As the ideal candidate, you're fast, friendly, and focused, understanding that in a venue with this much musical history, every shift is about delivering unforgettable experiences!

• Greet guests with a sincere welcome. Engage in friendly conversations to cultivate regular and repeat business.
• Follow recipes and established techniques to prepare drinks.
• Accurately fulfill orders and assist guests. Respond to guest inquiries regarding the menu, wine list, and entertainment. Suggestively sell and serve menu items, beverages, desserts, etc.
• Proactively address guest needs. Respond to concerns and resolve issues with a professional, positive attitude.
• Ensure responsible alcohol service per local ordinance, alcohol awareness training, and company policies. Request proper ID per company policy.
• Adhere to cash handling policies and procedures, operate POS terminals accurately, handle payments securely, and reconcile financials at the end of the shift.
• Attend pre-shift meetings. Perform defined opening/running/closing duties.
• Maintain clean and orderly dining and service environments during and after service. Bus bar top as needed. Follow sanitation procedures required by health regulatory agencies in both public areas and back of house.
• Assist with inventory, product rotation and date labeling to ensure fresh products are readily available for preparation.
• Model company service basics. Follow all corporate policies, safety and security procedures, and brand SOPs. Promptly report accidents, facility issues, or unsafe conditions to management.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required

Experience

• Previous bartending experience required. High-volume bar experience preferred
• POS and cash handling experience required

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Effective interpersonal and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated team player and self-starter
• Able to deal with intoxicated guests in a positive and safety-minded manner
• Able to work during peak times, including evenings, weekends and holidays, to support business needs

Licenses / Certifications

• State Alcohol Education Card required upon hire

Physical Requirements

Speak and hear to communicate with guests and use both near and distance vision for operating the POS system. Stand and walk for extended periods, including on uneven surfaces and while carrying items. Frequently climb stairs throughout the venue. Regularly lift and carry up to 50 lbs., and occasionally sit, kneel, bend, and reach. Manual dexterity for tasks such as using a computer.

Working Conditions

Restaurant/bar/live music environments, subject to both kitchen and customer areas, with large crowds and elevated noise levels.