Concessions Bartender, KeyBank Center

Delaware North; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 12,398 - 16,531; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Training and development opportunities

Employee discounts

Flexible work schedules

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation days and holidays

Paid parental bonding leave

Employee assistance program

Tuition and/or professional cert. Reim

Job summary

Delaware North Sportservice at KeyBank Center in Buffalo, NY is hiring seasonal bartenders to join our team. As a Bartender, you will prepare and serve beverages, take orders, handle payments, and contribute to a welcoming guest experience.

This tipped role emphasizes responsible service, accuracy with cashless or cash transactions, and teamwork during high-volume events. Shifts are event-based with weekly pay and opportunities for training and advancement within our hospitality family.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Minimum of 2 years front-of-house experience in a high-volume bar or restaurant.
• Experience handling cash and credit cards.
• Previous experience using a computerized POS system.

Responsibilities

• Fulfill drink orders from guests and servers, collect payment, and make correct change
• Mix drinks following recipes and using company-standardized proportions
• Serve alcoholic beverages responsibly, request identification, and adhere to all alcohol service policies and procedures
• Complete sales and inventory reports accurately
• Maintain bar stock by ordering liquors, beverages, condiments, and supplies

Skills

Bartending

Cash handling

Credit card processing

Front-of-house experience

Tools

POS system

Job description

The opportunity

Delaware North Sportservice is hiring seasonal Bartenders to join our team at KeyBank Center in Buffalo, New York. As a Bartender, you will be responsible for serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages responsibly while providing an excellent guest experience.

Please note this is a tipped position; the hourly minimum pay listed doesn’t include any potential tipped earnings.

Pay

$10.70 - $10.70 / hour

Information on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at https://careers.delawarenorth.com/whatweoffer.

What we offer

We care about our team member’s personal and professional well-being. Delaware North provides a benefits package designed to give you the comfort, safety, and security you need to deliver exceptional experiences for our guests. All team members receive benefits including:

• Weekly pay
• Training and development opportunities
• Employee discounts
• Flexible work schedules

Eligible team members may also receive: health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid vacation days and holidays, paid parental bonding leave, employee assistance program, and tuition and/or professional certification reimbursement.

What will you do?

• Fulfill drink orders from guests and servers, collect payment, and make correct change
• Mix drinks following recipes and using company-standardized proportions
• Serve alcoholic beverages responsibly, request identification, and adhere to all alcohol service policies and procedures
• Complete sales and inventory reports accurately
• Maintain bar stock by ordering liquors, beverages, condiments, and supplies

More about you

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Minimum of 2 years of front-of-house experience in a high-volume bar or restaurant
• Experience in cash handling and credit card processing
• Previous experience using a computerized point of sale system

Physical requirements

• Constant standing, walking, bending, reaching, and repetitive motions
• Ability to lift stock to 50 pounds occasionally
• Exposure to moderate to high environmental noise levels during busy times

Shift details

Events

Who we are

Delaware North operates concessions, clubs, and suites for the NHL's Buffalo Sabres at KeyBank Center and has been a partner of the Sabres since 1970, the year the team was founded. We manage concession outlets, suites, and clubs, including a members-only fine dining restaurant, at the 19,200-seat arena.

Our business is all about people, and that includes you. At Delaware North, you’re not just part of a team — you’re part of a global legacy: a family-owned company with 100+ years of history behind it. Our operations span the world, offering you unique paths to growth and success.

Who says you can’t love where you work? With jobs in iconic sports arenas, stunning national parks, exciting casinos, and more, we pride ourselves on giving the world great times in great places. And whether you’re interested in restaurants, hotels, sports, gaming, operations, or retail, part-time or full-time, we’re invested in helping you achieve your career goals.

Together, we’re shaping the future of hospitality — come grow with us!

Delaware North, along with its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer, showcasing job opportunities and considering applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.