Seasonal Bartender

Bass Pro Shops; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 17,000 - 344,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental

Vision

Voluntary benefits

401k Retirement Savings

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Bass Pro Cares Fund

And more!

Job summary

Bass Pro Shops in Bridgeport, CT is seeking a seasonal bartender to prepare drinks quickly and accurately while keeping the bar area clean. You’ll greet guests, suggest beverages, and manage orders through the POS system.

The role emphasizes high-quality guest service, knowledge of bar offerings, cash handling, and teamwork. Part-time benefits include retail discounts and health-related benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED preferred.
• At least one year of experience as a barista, bartender, or food prep.
• Experience in consumer service and cash handling.

Responsibilities

• Prepare drinks per guidelines and maintain bar cleanliness.
• Greet guests, upsell beverages, and handle orders via POS.
• Manage bar inventory, opening/closing duties, and cash accountability.
• Assist servers and handle To-Go orders as needed.
• Ensure compliance with alcohol service laws and safety.

Skills

World class guest service

Team player

Cash handling

Flexible / Learn new skills

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

‘Tis the Season for Hiring!
Are you looking for a fun seasonal position with the opportunity to earn extra money for the holidays AND enjoy our Outfitter Discount?

Join us for our National Hiring Event:

• Wednesday, October 7th and Thursday, October 8th
• 10 am - 7 pm
• Bass Pro Shops, 1 Bass Pro Drive, Bridgeport, CT 06608 203-362-4200

Be prepared to interview for various positions on the spot!

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Bartender ensures customer and server drink orders are prepared in a timely manner according to established guidelines while maintaining bar cleanliness standards.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Supports a strong commitment to world class guest service and ensures a pleasant and enjoyable dining experience for restaurant patrons.
• Functions as location’s expert on bar systems, recipes, procedures and knowledge of liquor, wine and beer served.
• Completes all training requirements.
• Greets bar guests promptly.
• Uses suggestive selling techniques.
• Records beverage order, enters order into computer system, prepares drink in accordance to established guidelines and delivers drink to guest.
• Monitors guest’s drinks to anticipate re-order requests.
• Collects monies owed and performs guest check accountability procedures; maintains a balanced Bar drawer; performs tip declaration activities.
• Prepares and completes orders for Servers.
• Washes bar service ware; sets up, cleans, stocks and maintains bar area and bar cooler.
• Performs Server responsibilities as needed; handles ‘To Go’ and Associate food orders.
• Performs Inventory activities as scheduled.
• Understands and executes procedures for verifying guest’s ability to legally purchase and consume alcohol and knows how to prevent a guest from over indulging.
• ALL OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED.

EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma/GED preferred.
• At least one year of experience working as a barista, bartender, and/or food preparation.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY

• Experience in and passion for consumer service
• Willingness to learn new skills and be a team player
• An attitude of flexibility and mindfulness about the team approach
• Delivering quality beverages consistently and according to shop standards
• Ability to handle all required tasks around handling cash register
• Learn all menus and is able to communicate all food and beverage offerings
• Clean and clear service areas
• Perform correct POS transactions, closing duties and accounting procedures as required
• Ability and desire to obey all local, state, and federal laws
• Ability to memorize and become knowledgeable of menu items

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• N/A

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Regular movement: walking, standing, bending, climbing, stooping, lifting (up to 50lbs), etc.

INDEPENDENT JUDGEMENT:

• Performs tasks and duties under general supervision, using established procedures and innovation. Chooses from limited alternatives to resolve problems. Occasional independent judgment is required to complete work assignments. Often makes recommendations to work procedures, policies, and practices.

Starting Pay Rate: $12.00 - $250.00

Part Time Benefits Summary:

Enjoy discounts on retail merchandise, our restaurants, world-class resorts and conservation attractions!

• Dental
• Vision
• Voluntary benefits
• 401k Retirement Savings
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Bass Pro Cares Fund
• And more!

Bass Pro Shops is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Reasonable Accommodations

Qualified individuals with known disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please visit your nearest location or contact us at [e-mail].

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