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Bartender - Catering and Events (Seasonal or Permanent)

IS THIS JOB FOR YOU?

  • Do you love working in a fast-paced, high-energy environment? 
  • Are you the kind of person who can't stand sitting still when there's work to be done?
  • Do you thrive on figuring out a way to make things happen, no matter what? 
  • Are you the type of person who holds yourself to high standards, because you believe how you do one thing is how you do everything
  • Do you believe that working hard and having fun can (and should!) go hand-in-hand? 

Yes?! Then YOU should join our team! 


WHY WORK HERE?:

Here are some of the perks!


  • Weekly Pay – In your bank, once a week, like clockwork
  • Flexible Scheduling – Work as much as you want, and around your availability 
  • Client Gratuities – When clients leave tips, they're shared with the team
  • Fewer Shifts, More Hours – Most shifts run 6-10+ hours, so you can earn more in less time
  • PPO Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance - PPO plans, 50% company-paid*
  • 401K Retirement Plan - With 3% company match*
  • Paid Time Off - Earn 1 week of vacay
  • Holidays Off – Never work on Thanksgiving or Christmas - we're closed!
  • Free Family Meal – A great staff meal to fuel your shift, at every event
  • 20% Restaurant Discount – 20% off anytime, for you and your whole table
  • 20% Drop-Off Catering Discount – 20% off anytime, for any size party
  • $100 Referral Bonus – Earn cash when friends you refer join the team & work out
  • Fast Growth – A direct path & the opportunity to quickly move up to Event Captain
  • State of the Company Events – Fun team hangs with big updates and snacks galore


*Select benefits are available exclusively for full-time team members


WHAT DOES A TYPICAL DAY LOOK LIKE?:

RESPONSIBILITIES

As a Bartender - Catering and Events (Seasonal or Permanent), these are the results you'll be hired to accomplish:


» ① Quick & Accurate Drink Execution

Mix and serve drinks quickly and accurately, maintaining quality and consistency throughout the event.


» ② Smooth, Guest-First Bar Service

Deliver a warm, welcoming bar experience that keeps guests happy, lines moving, and the energy high all night.


» ③ Efficient Bar Setup & Breakdown

Set up the event bar efficiently at the start and break it down completely at the end, leaving the space clean and better than we found it.


» ④ Clean & Organized Event Bar

Keep your bar area clean, organized, and stocked at all times during the event.


PAY

We pay a base wage of $18.00 - $20.00 per hour, plus tips. Base wage depends on relevant experience. Tips are based on your level of hospitality, events worked, and how busy the bar is - the busier, the better! Tips are shared amongst the bar staff at that event.


WORK SCHEDULE

This position can be part-time or full-time, with a flexible schedule designed around the demands of our catered events. All-day, 10-12 hour weekend shifts are most common. Weekday shifts are also available, but typically reserved for full-time employees. 


WILL YOU FIT IN HERE? 

Our team has been built - brick by brick - on shared core values. And no, they're not just bullsh*t words slapped on a wall - they're who we are at our core - and they're non-negotiables for working here. You'll feel super *comfy* and right at home if these words describe you:


» You Come With Batteries Included

You're a high-energy self-starter who jumps into action, and doesn't need hand-holding to get things done.


» You're Scrappy

You're a resourceful problem-solver who makes things happen; if there's no door, you get in through a window.


» You Take Your Work Seriously

You take pride in your work, big and small, and you have a natural reflex to do things the *right* way.


» But, You Don't Take Yourself Too Seriously

You're a positive team player who owns up to your mistakes, is open to feedback, and is humble about your wins.



JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Here are some of our must-haves & would-like-to-haves:

  • At least 1 year of professional bartending experience, preferably in catering, banquets, or high-volume hospitality
  • Must have a current ServSafe Food Handler Certification
  • Must be at least 21 years old
  • Physically able to stand for long periods, lift up to 50 pounds, and work in extreme temperatures
  • For part-time positions, must have consistent availability during peak shifts - including nights, weekends, and holidays
  • For full-time positions, must have open availability
  • Must be able to (or be willing to learn to!) drive large vehicles - including box trucks and extended vans
  • Must have reliable transportation for getting to and from work
  • Interest in food, cocktails, and hospitality trends - a major plus!


Work schedule

  • 8 hour shift
  • 10 hour shift
  • 12 hour shift
  • Weekend availability

Supplemental pay

  • Tips

Benefits

  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Referral program
  • Employee discount
  • Paid training
  • 401(k) matching

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