Bartender, PT

Marcus Theatres Corporation; Gurnee (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free movies

Paid uniforms

Medical benefits (FT)

Job summary

Marcus Theatres is hiring a bartender for its Gurnee location. You will prepare beverages, serve guests, and help maintain a clean bar area while ensuring legal alcohol service. The role emphasizes friendly guest interactions and accurate cash handling in a busy movie theater setting.

The position offers part-time hours, competitive wage, and access to benefits for full-time staff. Join a supportive team in a fun entertainment environment with free movies and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Need strong guest service and communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced bar/beverage area.

Responsibilities

• Prepare beverages and serve food and drinks to guests.
• Verify guest age for alcohol service.
• Interact with guests, take orders, and make recommendations.
• Keep bar stocked, organized and clean.
• Handle transactions with accuracy and cash handling.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Positive attitude

Guest service orientation

High-volume pace tolerance

Cash handling

Tools

POS system

Cash register

Job description

Food. Service. Film. Fun!

Marcus Theatres: Where Talented People Find Limitless Opportunities!

Join the Marcus Theatres Service Team and learn how we have redefined food and beverage at the movies! As a bartender with Marcus Theatres, you will be a part of a family you can connect with, grow with, and have fun with!

Hourly wage: $15/hour

Our Associates Enjoy...

• Competitive Wages & Premium Holiday Pay
• Flexible or Set Schedules
• Free Movies
• Paid Uniforms
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Retirement Benefits for Full-time (30+ Hours per Week)
• Fully Paid Accelerated Training Program
• Working in a Professional Bar & Restaurant Environment

Do You Have What it Takes?

Do people notice your positive attitude, your work ethic, and your excellent communication skills? Do you have the ability to work in a high-volume, fast-paced and team- focused environment? A successful candidate will be passionate about beverage quality and exceptional guest service and bring their enthusiasm with them to work each and every day!

We Need YOU.

Your Job Duties May Include...

• Prepare beverages for our guests.
• Verify guests that purchase alcohol are at least 21 years of age.
• Interact with guests, take orders, and serve food and drinks.
• Assess guests' needs and preferences to make recommendations.
• Set up and maintain appropriate stock levels for the bar.
• Maintain a clean, well-organized bar and lounge area.
• Comply with all food and beverage preparation and service regulations.
• Demonstrate accuracy in transactions and cash-handling skills.
• Ability to keep the bar organized, stocked and clean.

Marcus Theatres is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination in our hiring and employment practices in accordance with all applicable laws.

Primary Location: Illinois-Gurnee-Gurnee Cinema

Work Locations: Gurnee Cinema, 6144 Grand Avenue, Gurnee 60031

Job: Bars/Beverage

Organization: Theatres

Schedule: Part-time

Employee Status: Regular

Job Type: Experienced

Job Level: Entry Level

Job Posting: Sep 16, 2026, 12:33:48 AM

Hourly/Yearly Wage: 15/hr