Server 2 (Bartender)

24 Carrots Catering and Events; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee-owned

Competitive pay

Paid sick time

401k retirement plan

Job summary

24 Carrots Catering and Events in Costa Mesa, CA, is seeking a Server 2 (Event Server) to execute events, assist the Event Lead, and maintain service standards.

Ideal candidates are hospitality-driven, professional and organized, with bartending interest. This part-time, hourly role offers on-site work, evenings, weekends, and holidays, with opportunities to advance to bartender assignments for qualified team members.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of related experience in hospitality, catering, or customer-facing roles.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays based on event schedules.
• Must possess or obtain a California Food Handler's Card within 30 days of hire.
• Must obtain in-house Allergen Certification within 14 days of hire.
• Reliable transportation required.
• Ability to lift 25+ lbs. frequently and move heavier items with assistance or equipment as needed.

Responsibilities

• Set-up, service, and breakdown of events.
• Support the Event Lead and guide the service team.
• Reinforce service standards and contribute to guest experience.

Skills

Team player

Time management

Communication

Under pressure

Proactive

Team support

Issue escalation

Physical stamina

Reliable transportation

Event scheduling

Hospitality experience

Education

California Food Handler's Card

Allergen Certification

Job description

About 24 Carrots: We are a full-service, employee-owned, experiential caterer and hospitality group, committed to creating remarkable experiences for our clients while fostering a collaborative, engaged, and empowered workforce.

Job Details

Description

About 24 Carrots

We are a full-service, employee-owned, experiential caterer and hospitality group, committed to creating remarkable experiences for our clients while fostering a collaborative, engaged, and empowered workforce.

Job Summary

As an ideal candidate, you are professional, dependable, and hospitality driven. You thrive in fast-paced environments, enjoy working with people, and take pride in delivering elevated service. You’re organized, adaptable, and team-oriented, contributing to a seamless and high-energy event experience.

As a Server 2 (Event Server), you play a key role in executing events while supporting the Event Lead and helping guide the service team. You are responsible for set-up, service, and breakdown, while reinforcing service standards and contributing to smooth event flow and guest experience.

This role is ideal for individuals looking to grow, especially those with bartending experience or an interest in bar service.

Bartender Opportunity

High-performing Server 2 team members may step into Bartender assignments, supporting bar setup, service execution, and inventory management while delivering professional, compliant beverage service. A valid RBS Certification is required. This is a key opportunity to expand your skillset and take on more responsibility within the team.

This is an event-based role with a flexible schedule based on business needs, offering increased opportunities during peak seasons.

Skills & Qualifications

• Professional, enthusiastic, responsible, and dependable team player
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to stay on task
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to work well under pressure while maintaining composure
• Service-minded, proactive, and adaptable
• Ability to support team members and provide peer guidance under the direction of the Event Lead
• Demonstrated ability to identify basic service or operational issues and escalated appropriately
• Comfortable with physical work, including lifting 25+ lbs. frequently and occasional lifting or moving of heavier items with assistance or appropriate equipment as needed
• Must possess or obtain a California Food Handler's Card within 30 days of hire
• Must obtain in-house Allergen Certification within 14 days of hire
• Reliable transportation required
• Minimum of two years of related experience in hospitality, catering, or customer-facing roles
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays based on event schedules is required (minimum two Saturdays per month)
• This is an event-based role with variable scheduling based on business needs

Compensation

$22 - $24 per hour

Part-Time, Hourly / Non-Exempt

Benefits & Perks

We are proud to be a 100% employee-owned company! Join our team and enjoy the benefits of a team that is invested in each other, where we measure success not only through the growth of our business, but the cultivation and growth of our people. Other benefits also include competitive pay, paid sick time, and 401k retirement plan.

Let's Grow Together!