Bartender (Interim)

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Kentucky; On-site; USD 18,955 - 28,433; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Paid leave

Paid holidays

Job summary

A state government entity is seeking energetic interim Bartenders to join their team. This role requires a high school diploma and at least one year of experience in food service operations. Bartenders will mix and serve unique cocktails and maintain compliance with health standards. The position offers competitive hourly pay, paid leave, and various employee discounts during the peak season from March to December.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in food service operations is required.
• Must obtain S.T.A.R. certification within 90 days of employment.
• Must complete alcohol training before serving alcohol.

Responsibilities

• Prepare drinks and food for guests.
• Set up and clean lounge area for events.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
• Manage guest checks and payments.

Skills

Experience in food service operations

Mixology skills

Customer service

Ability to work under pressure

Education

High school graduate

Job description

Bartender (Interim)

Pay Grade 09

Salary: $13.76 - $20.64 Hourly

Employment Type: Executive Branch | Less than 9 months | Maximum eligible for overtime pay | 18A

Location: Varies

Description

Come join the Nation's Finest! At the Kentucky Department of Parks, we need vibrant, enthusiastic Bartenders who love connecting with people and are passionate about creating scratch‑made, unique cocktails and other fresh beverages for our guests.

FUN THOUGHT: People who wonder whether the glass is half‑full or half‑empty are missing the point – remind them that they can always order a refill!

We are looking for energetic and courteous Bartenders, who will jump on board with our goals of providing pleasant and memorable experiences for all our guests. Kentucky State Parks hire seasonal Bartender positions during Parks’ peak season from March through December each year.

As a seasonal (interim) Bartender, you will be eligible for paid leave and paid holidays. Other perks include tons of employee discounts!

Duties

• Sets up lounge area for guests, mixes drinks, serves drinks and food, and cleans up lounge area.
• Prepares guest checks and collects payments from guests.
• Checks food to assure that appearance, temperature and portions are correct for guests.
• Completes liquor requisitions and supply lists.
• Performs prep work including cleaning and stocking the lounge area, preparing garnishes, glassware and mixers.
• Maintains the dining and lounge areas in compliance with all safety, food and health department requirements.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

You may be required to work overtime or alternate work schedules, lift heavy objects, work on your feet for extended periods, and frequently communicate in person or by other means of technology.

Salary listed is an hourly rate (plus any tips earned).

Minimum Requirements

Education: High school graduate.

Experience, Training, or Skills: Must have one year of experience in food service operations.

Special Requirements (Age, Licensure, Regulation, etc.): Must be eighteen years of age. Must obtain S.T.A.R. (Server Training in Alcohol Regulations) certification from the Kentucky Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control within 90 days of employment. Must complete the Department of Parks alcohol training before serving alcohol. Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials.

Working Conditions

Typical working conditions for a specific position may be listed on the individual position description.

We look forward to hearing from you!

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D