Bartender | Part-Time | Zoo Tampa at Lowry Park

Oak View Group; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Bartender to join their team. This role involves serving both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages in a fast-paced environment, ensuring excellent guest service while adhering to state regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in bartending, excellent communication skills, and the ability to handle cash accurately. This position offers the opportunity to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends, and be part of a dynamic team that values professionalism and customer satisfaction. If you thrive in a bustling atmosphere and enjoy engaging with guests, this could be the perfect role for you.

Benefits

401(k) savings plan

401(k) matching

Qualifications

• Six months or more experience bartending required.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Serve beverages responsibly and follow state regulations.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work station at all times.
• Handle cash accurately and manage the bar bank.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Cash handling skills

Ability to upsell products

Ability to prioritize tasks

Education

Bartending school preferred

Job description

Overview

The Bartender is responsible for the service of all beverages, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic. They must be personable, professional, and able to work in an ever-changing fast-paced environment. The employee must maintain excellent attendance and be available to work events as scheduled per business need.

This role will pay an hourly wage of $13, plus tips.

Benefits for PT roles: 401(k) savings plan and 401(k) matching.

Responsibilities

• Must demonstrate ability to meet the company standard for excellence in the areas of guest service, interaction with co-workers, and uniform standards.
• Follow the bar pre-shift notes and bar menus and provide service as described.
• Serve alcoholic beverages following all proper procedures for serving alcoholic drinks including state/federal regulations pertaining to the distribution of alcohol.
• Responsible to learn or have knowledge of various beer, wine varieties & spirits available, and be able to learn to suggestively upsell products to guests.
• Must pour drinks responsibly in accordance with company standards for serving size.
• Must check guest’s ID in accordance with state/federal regulations to verify minimum age requirement for the purchase of alcoholic beverages.
• Must communicate a cut-off to a guest as required.
• Listening and responding to any customer requests or concerns.
• Bartenders are expected to de-escalate intoxicated guest situations. If a guest becomes confrontational, belligerent, or uses extreme profanity, the bartender may contact management or security as required.
• Contact a management member if he/she is unable to resolve or make a decision beyond the scope of standard decision-making.
• Request additional product or restock product as required.
• Ability to handle cash accurately is required. Employee is responsible for issued bank at his/her bar.
• Maintains clean and sanitary work station at all times. Ensures bar equipment is clean & well maintained.
• Other duties as assigned such as set-up and breakdown of bar equipment as required and assisting with organization of the cooler.

Qualifications

• Six months or more experience bartending.
• Accurate cash handling skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to be self-directed while working in a team-oriented environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and long hours.
• Bartending school preferred.