Event Bartender — High-Energy Service at Premier Venues

DECC; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

The DECC seeks Bar Service Staff to support our Duluth event operations. This part-time, event-driven role covers bar setup, drink preparation, and guest service, with a focus on hospitality and safety. You will work at concerts and events across DECC venues, ensuring a professional, welcoming bar experience.

Candidates should have drink service knowledge, strong cash handling skills, and the ability to learn POS systems. Shifts are mainly afternoons, evenings and weekends with some holidays.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of drink preparation or service.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and focus on serving customers.
• Ability to remain calm when dealing with disruptive patrons.
• Ability to learn cash register software and point of sale systems.
• Basic math skills and cash handling experience.
• Adapt to changes, delays, or unexpected events.

Responsibilities

• Review event sheets and ensure event areas are set up and orderly.
• Ensure complete set up, stocking and striking of bars.
• Prepare ingredients needed for cocktails and other drinks.
• Receives and fulfills orders from patrons and waitstaff.
• Prepares and serves liquor, mixed drinks, wine, beer, and nonalcoholic drinks as ordered.
• Maintain a clean workspace area at all times.
• Serve or deliver drinks to guests when required.
• Always follow health and safety protocols.

Skills

Drink prep

Interpersonal skills

Cash handling

POS systems

Basic math

Adaptability

Education

MyVenue POS knowledge

Alcohol service training

Mixology training

1 year related experience

Tools

MyVenue POS

Job description

The DECC seeks Bar Service Staff to support our Duluth event operations. This part-time, event-driven role covers bar setup, drink preparation, and guest service, with a focus on hospitality and safety. You will work at concerts and events across DECC venues, ensuring a professional, welcoming bar experience.

Candidates should have drink service knowledge, strong cash handling skills, and the ability to learn POS systems. Shifts are mainly afternoons, evenings and weekends with some holidays.