Catering Bartender — Fast-Paced Mixology & Guest Service

Aramark; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 17,908 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Catering Bartender at the Indianapolis Zoo to craft both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, greet guests, and handle payments in a fast-paced setting. You’ll apply mixology skills, ensure safety and compliance, and support servers as needed within a team-focused environment.

The role emphasizes guest satisfaction, accurate cash handling, and continuing beverage knowledge, with flexible scheduling including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a bartender preferred.
• Knowledge of bartending principles and recipes and current trends.
• Able to obtain all Aramark and state/local required alcohol service certifications.
• Displays phenomenal hospitality, friendliness, and comprehensive beverage knowledge.
• Demonstrates organizational & multi-tasking skills, accuracy, and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Greets guests and takes orders, processes cash and credit card transactions
• Mixes and serves both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
• May include providing servers drinks from the service well
• Adheres to all established alcohol service policies and safe drinking guidelines including checking patrons’ identification to ensure that they meet minimum age requirements for alcohol consumption
• Adheres to cash handling policies
• Sets up and breaks down workstations, including cleaning and sanitizing
• Takes inventory counts and ensures product is stocked to appropriate levels
• Provides excellent guest service, anticipating guests' needs and ensuring guest satisfaction
• Maintains a positive demeanor towards guests, clients, co-workers, etc.
• Ensures security of company assets

Skills

Bartending knowledge

Hospitality

Cash handling

Multi-tasking

Customer service

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Catering Bartender at the Indianapolis Zoo to craft both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, greet guests, and handle payments in a fast-paced setting. You’ll apply mixology skills, ensure safety and compliance, and support servers as needed within a team-focused environment.

The role emphasizes guest satisfaction, accurate cash handling, and continuing beverage knowledge, with flexible scheduling including evenings, weekends, and holidays.