Bartender (Training Provided)

AMC Theatres; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a leading entertainment company as a Bartender, where you'll create memorable experiences for guests while serving drinks in a fun and fast-paced environment. Enjoy flexible schedules, free movies, and daily perks like free popcorn. This role offers the chance to develop valuable skills in communication and leadership while working alongside fellow movie enthusiasts. If you have a passion for movies and a desire to provide exceptional service, this is the perfect opportunity for you to shine!

Benefits

Free movies at any AMC theatre

Daily free popcorn

Discounts on food and drinks

Flexible schedules

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Friendly and outgoing personality is essential.
• Willingness to learn bartending skills.

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests and serve drinks to enhance their movie experience.
• Maintain cleanliness and stock at the bar area.
• Support team members to ensure smooth operations.

Skills

Bartending

Communication Skills

Leadership Skills

Time Management

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Free movies, free popcorn, flex schedules…and more! As a Bartender at AMC, you’ll be part of the action, making sure our guests enjoy every sip of their movie experience. We provide all the training you need to shake, stir, and pour like a pro—all while having a great time on the job.

Do you love all things movies? If so, you may be a perfect fit for our team. Build strong communication, leadership, and time management skills at AMC, and take advantage of our opportunities for career advancement. AMC team members enjoy free popcorn daily, half off eats and drinks, flexible schedules, ability to work with friends, and most importantly for us movie people…FREE movies at any of our theatres nationwide!

AMC’s company culture is focused on innovation and diversity to ensure that we provide the latest and greatest experience for our guests and associates. We lead by example in doing what is right and take responsibility for our own results and our company’s success.

Job Description

What you will be doing:

• Welcome guests with a smile and serve up drinks that make their movie experience even better.
• Learn the basics of bartending with our provided training, including how to mix tasty drinks and pour perfect portions.
• Suggest our featured and premium beverages—because who doesn’t love trying something new at the movies?
• Check IDs and make sure we are only serving those 21 and older, following all the rules to keep it safe and fun.
• Keep the bar area clean and stocked, so it’s ready for the next blockbuster crowd.
• Open the bar at the start of the day and close it down at night—setting up and putting things back just the way you’d like to find them.
• Work as part of a team, supporting your fellow bartenders and making sure everything runs smoothly.
• Maintain a professional and positive demeanor—our team values fun, respect, and creating a welcoming atmosphere where everyone feels comfortable.

Job Description

What you will be doing:

• Welcome guests with a smile and serve up drinks that make their movie experience even better.
• Learn the basics of bartending with our provided training, including how to mix tasty drinks and pour perfect portions.
• Suggest our featured and premium beverages—because who doesn’t love trying something new at the movies?
• Check IDs and make sure we are only serving those 21 and older, following all the rules to keep it safe and fun.
• Keep the bar area clean and stocked, so it’s ready for the next blockbuster crowd.
• Open the bar at the start of the day and close it down at night—setting up and putting things back just the way you’d like to find them.
• Work as part of a team, supporting your fellow bartenders and making sure everything runs smoothly.
• Maintain a professional and positive demeanor—our team values fun, respect, and creating a welcoming atmosphere where everyone feels comfortable.

What we need from you:

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Bartender experience is appreciated but not required—we’ll teach you everything you need to know!
• Friendly, outgoing personality—if you love people, this is the job for you.
• Ready to be on your feet and work in a fast-paced, fun environment.
• Willing to complete any required training and certifications, all provided by AMC.
• A love for movies and a desire to make every guest’s experience a blockbuster.

Why Join AMC?

• Free movies at any AMC theatre nationwide (yes, really!).
• Daily free popcorn and sweet discounts on all our tasty eats and drinks (excludes alcoholic beverages).
• Flexible schedules that fit your life.
• Opportunities to learn new skills and grow your career.

AMC and its subsidiaries are committed to equal employment opportunity and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws. AMC strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination and will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to an applicant’s race, color, religion, creed, gender, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, military status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other reason prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law, regulation, or ordinance. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

Compensation Information

AMC provides a compensation range for open positions where required. Factors that may be used to determine actual compensation may include, but are not limited to, specific skill-set, relevant experience or geographic location. The compensation range for this position may be lower or higher in different markets based on business needs.

The compensation for this position is: $11.02 plus tips

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Willing to complete any required training and certifications, all provided by AMC.

Requirements to be performed, with or without reasonable accommodation:

• Standing, walking, lifting, twisting, and bending on a frequent basis.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and carry it up to 90 feet (or deposit into dumpster or trash compactor).
• Ability to stand on feet for an extended period of time.

About AMC

AMC amazing. That’s the promise we deliver to hundreds of millions of guests domestically and worldwide each year. AMC has propelled industry innovation since 1920, and we continue to innovate by delivering premium sight and sound, new and improved food and beverage options, and diverse content in our state-of-the-art theatres. We focus on delivering friendly, superior service to our guests. We lead by example, have fun, and give back to the communities where we live and work. If you feel motivated and energized by our culture, and if you can name your three favorite movies in the next 30 seconds, then AMC may be the right place for you. We offer competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and an environment that encourages teamwork, inclusion, collaboration, and results.

Address

City

Chicago

State

60652

Employment Status

Part Time

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Job ID

22336BR

Based on business needs.

About the company

Approximately 200 million guests will enjoy the best movie-going experience in the industry at more than 380 AMC Theatres locations this year. With best-in-class amenities such as plush, power recliners, MacGuffins full bars, AMC Dine-In Theatres, premium presentation formats including Dolby Cinema at AMC and IMAX, AMC is recognized as the industry leader and an iconic destination for movie-goers. And it all started when the son of one of the original owners returned from serving in the army and took over a successful Midwestern family business.