Bartender (Tipped & Guaranteed Rate)

Busch Gardens is a place of thrills, fun and positive, lasting memories. And that's just what its like to work here! As a key member of our team, you'll play a major role in bringing happiness and excitement to people from around the world. If you're dedicated, dependable and driven to deliver exceptional guest service, this is a place for you!
 

What you get to do:
As a Bartender, you will be the creator and distributor of delicious and refreshing drinks and food. You’ll combine your skills as a mixologist with your natural flair for satisfying service to deliver a one-of-a-kind guest experience. You will:
 

• Earn guaranteed rate of $18/hr if not met with tips
• Produce and serve bar drinks following recipe and presentation standards
• Check IDs to ensure appropriate drinking age
• Upsell premium products when appropriate
• Get to know guest preferences
• Monitor guest consumption of alcohol, following all company and state guidelines
• Answer guest questions
• Operate cash register
• Keep areas clean and sanitary
• Rotate in different bar locations throughout Busch Gardens and Adventure Island Tampa parks based on operational needs.

What it takes to succeed:

• At least 18 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Understanding of COVID-19 food and beverage safety requirements
• Previous bartender experience required – two years of experience preferred
• Expertise with popular recipes such as margaritas, cosmopolitans, mojitos, etc.
• Theme park experience serving international guests highly desirable
• Background in a high-volume nightclub, bar, or restaurant a plus* Outstanding communication, customer service and cash handling skills
• Food & Beverage Safety certifications
• Must have basic knowledge of beer, liquor and wine* Basic food and non-alcoholic beverage knowledge

The perks of the position: Ambassadors will enjoy a fun, fast-paced environment, and great teammates, as well as:

• FREE park admission
• Discounts on park admission tickets and passes for family and friends
• Park discounts on food, merchandise, etc.
• Scholarship opportunities
• Exclusive employee events and giveaways
   

EEO Employer:

SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, PREGNANCY, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.