Bartender

Reports to:Bar Lead, Bar Supervisor, Bar Sr. Supervisor

Positions Supervised: N/A

Salary Range:$16.90 - $18.00 per hour + tips

At Wild Rivers, we are committed to providing an exceptional guest experience. We pride ourselves on being a family-friendly environment that provides innovative service and high-quality standards. Our goal is to leave our guests wanting to come back due to the excellent service they are provided while within our park. Everything we do is designed to help guests be at their best, and they appreciate our supportive attitude and anticipatory service.

We are looking for dynamic people who are excited to join the team and ready to jump into any situation to give a helping hand. If you’re someone who is positive, adaptable and intuitive and has a genuine interest in the well-being of others around you, we invite you to join our team at Wild Rivers Irvine.

The Bartender role is responsible for food and beverage front of house daily operations such as preparing and serving quality alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages to guests while ensuring a warm, welcoming and exceptional experience. This role plays a key part in maintaining a clean, efficient and friendly bar environment, and requires superior guest service skills, attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast-paced setting.

• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages in accordance with standardized recipes and guest preferences.
• Greet guests warmly and promptly, take drink orders and provide a positive and engaging experience.
• Accurately prepare guest checks, process payments and maintain card handling accuracy and integrity.
• Stock and replenish inventory including ice, liquor, beer, wine, mixers, garnishes, disposables, paper goods, etc.
• Set up/close down bar area during each shift, ensuring cleanliness, organization and functional equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness of the bar unit(s), its countertops, tables, kegs, wells, carts and surrounding areas throughout the shift.
• Monitor guest alcohol consumption to ensure responsible service and adherence to county and state regulations.
• Complete closing duties, including cleaning, sanitizing, restocking, tip reporting and any checkout procedures.
• Secure, verify and lock all products and equipment including alcohol, bar tools, coolers, cabinets and storage areas.
• Collaborate with team members to maintain workflow and deliver outstanding overall guest service.
• Follow all California health, safety, sanitation, food handler and alcohol-service standards and requirements.
• Adhere to company policies and procedures in alignment with the Orange County Environmental Health standards.

• Attend team meetings and required training sessions.
• Complete paperwork including tip reporting, temperature logs, cleaning tasks and daily checklists.
• Operate certain equipment including blenders, carbon dioxide units, walk‑in fridges and confectionary warmers.
• Communicate effectively with team members, leadership and management regarding guest needs and concerns.
• Assist in maintaining inventory and reporting shortages or equipment needs.
• Complete any Cabana Server job responsibilities, if necessary.
• Support special events, promotions or themed service as scheduled.
• Perform other duties or special projects assigned to support business needs.

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have a valid and current Orange County, California Food Handler’s Certification.
• Must complete the California Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) training and have a valid and current Alcohol Beverage Control (ABC) server r.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a guest‑focused mindset.
• Team‑oriented with strong problem‑solving skills and a positive, outgoing attitude.
• Ability to handle guests checks accurately and responsibly.

• Prior bartender or hospitality experience in a restaurant, hotel or retail environment is strongly preferred.
• Prior completion of the California Food and Beverage Allergen training is preferred.

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