Job Description

Chesapeake Shakespeare Company (CSC) bartender is a part-time, hourly position with tips and works for the Audience Services Manager. CSC has two bars that are in operation simultaneously before and during events and performances. Bartenders are public representatives for the Chesapeake Shakespeare Company and as such must provide the best in customer service to our patrons. Bartenders for CSC are punctual, courteous, organized and must work well under pressure with a smile.

Primary Responsibilities

• Make sure the bar, the back bar and supply are clean and uncluttered.
• Prep bars for upcoming events and performances by setting up the bar to sell concessions: soda, snacks, coffee and alcoholic drinks. Before doors open the bartender must: make coffee ahead of time, stock all fridges and snack baskets from the supply closets and set out CSC merchandise for sale. The bartender will notify the Manager on duty of any product or supplies that are running low or are out of stock.
• Before, during and after the performances and events, the bartender will quickly retrieve and pour drinks that the patrons request in addition to any snacks they may want.
• The bartender will quickly and accurately ring up all patron sales; credit card or cash sales.
• The bartender will make sure that anyone requesting an alcoholic beverage is 21 years of age or older by asking for the proper identification.
• The bartender will keep their bar clean and tidy during their shift. They will also clean up the bar and clear it off before leaving for the night.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Previous retail and/or bartending experience preferred but not required.
• Experience with handling cash and cash registers preferred experience with Square a plus.
• Must be able to lift 30 pounds and stand for long periods of time.
• The schedule will be mostly evenings and weekends; must have a flexible schedule.

Application Instructions

Submit a resume to [email protected]. Chesapeake Shakespeare Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Persons from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. For more information about CSC, please explore our website at https://www.chesapeakeshakespeare.com. No phone calls, please.