Catering Bartender - Seattle Convention Center

Job Description

The Bartender prepares and serves alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages to customer requests. This may include preparing mixed drinks, as well as pouring wine and beer.  Essential functions and responsibilities of the position may vary by Aramark location based on client requirements and business needs.  

COMPENSATION: The hourly rate of pay for this position is $17.91- $19.17. This is Aramark’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the rate of compensation for this position as of the time of posting.

BENEFITS: Aramark offers a wide array of comprehensive benefit programs and services including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources to our benefits-eligible hourly Aramark employees. Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage. Hourly eligible benefits vary by location and are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works.​

Job Responsibilities

• Greets customers and takes orders; processes cash and credit card transactions
• Mixes and serves both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
• Adheres to all alcohol service policies and safe drinking guidelines including checking patrons’ identification
• Adheres to cash handling policies
• Sets up and breaks down workstations, including cleaning and sanitizing
• Takes inventory counts and ensures product is stocked to appropriate levels
• Provides excellent customer service, anticipating guests needs
• Maintains a positive attitude towards guests, customers, clients, co-workers, etc.
• Ensures security of company assets
• Other duties and tasks as assigned by manager

Qualifications

• Current Washington State Food Handlers Permit
• Current Washington State Liquor Control Board Class 12 or 13 Permit
• Thorough knowledge of liquor, beer, wine and mixology.
• Ability to:
  • Mix drinks quickly and accurately.
  • Make change quickly and accurately.
  • Maintain an effective working relationship with fellow employees and supervisors.
  • Deal courteously and tactfully with the public.
  • Organize and direct the activities of a small group of employees.
  • Work in a typical bar/lounge atmosphere. 
  • Read, write and communicate effectively with co-workers and patrons in an English speaking environment.
• Previous experience as a bartender preferred. 
• Proven knowledge of bartending principles and recipes
• Must be able to obtain all Aramark and state/local required alcohol service certifications
• Demonstrates excellent customer service and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal
• Demonstrates organizational skills, accuracy, and attention to detail
• Requires occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling of up to 25 lbs.

Education

About Aramark

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.