Bar Tender (21+)

Description

The Bartender is responsible for preparing, mixing, and serving alcoholic beverages, including beer, wine, and cocktails, to guests at Lagoon Amusement Park in accordance with Company policies and procedures. This role requires knowledge of standard cocktail recipes and the ability to prepare specialty cocktails offered within Lagoon’s private clubs, ensuring consistency, quality, and presentation standards. The Bartender must adhere to all state alcoholic beverage laws, food safety regulations, and Lagoon’s Responsible Alcohol Service plan while delivering a high level of guest service. This position maintains a clean, organized, and sanitary bar environment and contributes to an elevated guest experience within Lagoon’s premium and private club settings. 

Essential Functions of the Job 

• Adhere to Lagoon’s Responsible Alcohol Service plan while preparing, pouring, and serving alcoholic beverages 
• Verify identification and ensure compliance with all applicable alcohol service laws and regulations 
• Prepare standard cocktails, mixed drinks, and Lagoon-specific specialty beverages in accordance with recipes and presentation standards 
• Maintain consistency, quality, and proper portioning in all beverage preparation 
• Interact with guests in a professional and friendly manner by taking orders, answering questions, and providing recommendations 
• Operate digital Point of Sale (POS) systems, credit card machines, and handle cash transactions, including making accurate change 
• Prepare and serve food and beverage items in an efficient and timely manner as needed 
• Maintain knowledge of menu offerings and be able to describe and recommend food and beverage options 
• Maintain a clean and sanitary bar and work environment by completing daily cleaning and sanitizing tasks before, during, and after operating hours 
• Perform cleaning duties including washing glassware, dishes, and bar equipment; sweeping, mopping, wiping counters, emptying trash, and maintaining bar stations and storage areas 
• Use commercial dishwashing equipment to properly clean and sanitize glassware and service items 
• Follow all opening, operational, and closing procedures to ensure safe and efficient operation of bar and food service locations 
• Complete daily inspections and required checklists accurately and consistently 
• Communicate effectively with coworkers, supervisors, vendors, and guests 
• Respond calmly and professionally to unusual or emergency situations, including guest concerns, equipment issues, power interruptions, and alarms 
• Remain flexible and rotate between locations, including private clubs and other food and beverage outlets, based on operational needs 
• Read and understand training materials, operational manuals, and verbal instructions from leadership 
• Be available to work most Saturdays and Sundays, and variable shifts throughout the operating season 

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years of age 
• Previous minimum of one (1) year of bartending experience preferred 
• Knowledge of standard cocktail recipes and preparation techniques 
• Ability to learn and consistently prepare Lagoon-specific specialty cocktails for private club locations 
• Must obtain a Utah On-Premises Alcohol Seller-Server Training License 
• Must obtain a Food Handler’s Permit 
• Ability to perform basic math calculations and accurately handle U.S. currency 
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment 
• Ability to work in close proximity to coworkers, guests, and equipment 
• Ability to work with and around all types of food (including common allergens) and various smells 
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays 
• Shifts may begin as early as 7:00 AM and end as late as 12:00 AM (midnight) 

Working Conditions 

• This position requires working in a high stress environment that includes exposure to high noise levels, bright light and/or dim areas, large crowds and other factors typical to an amusement park setting. 
• This position will perform essential job duties outdoors and be exposed to environmental elements including, but not limited to, extreme heat or cold, wind, dust, noise, rain, snow, smoke, and direct sunlight. 
• This position will perform essential job duties indoors and be exposed to elements including, but not limited to, heat, humidity, noise from loud equipment, noise from overlapping voices, confusion, and various smells. Working Conditions 
• This position requires working in a high stress environment that includes exposure to high noise levels, bright light and/or dim areas, large crowds and other factors typical to an amusement park setting. 
• This position will perform essential job duties outdoors and be exposed to environmental elements including, but not limited to, extreme heat or cold, wind, dust, noise, rain, snow, smoke, and direct sunlight. 
• This position will perform essential job duties indoors and be exposed to elements including, but not limited to, heat, humidity, noise from loud equipment, noise from overlapping voices, confusion, and various smells.