Bartender

Drop Zone is coming to Kearney, NE, and we are looking for an energetic, guest-focused Bartender to join our team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and enjoys creating a great guest experience through friendly, professional bar service.

As a Bartender at Drop Zone, you will deliver a guest-focused bar experience in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. This role is ideal for energetic individuals who enjoy interacting with guests, handling drink service efficiently, and contributing to a positive, engaging atmosphere throughout the venue.

Prepare and serve a wide variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages while delivering friendly, fast, and professional service to guests.

Take drink orders, deliver beverages accurately, and monitor guest needs throughout their experience to ensure attentive, high-quality service.

Maintain a clean, stocked, and organised bar area, including restocking supplies, cleaning glassware, and keeping work areas orderly.

Serve alcohol responsibly and in compliance with Nebraska liquor laws and Drop Zone policies at all times.

Prep garnishes, garnish drinks, and help set up bar service areas to support smooth daily operations.

Handle cash, tabs, and payments accurately using the POS system while collaborating with team members to deliver an outstanding guest experience.

Proven experience as a bartender in a similar environment is required. Candidates should be confident handling high-volume service while maintaining quality, accuracy, and professionalism.

Strong knowledge of drink recipes, spirits, beer, wine, and basic mixology techniques is essential to deliver a consistent and enjoyable guest experience.

Candidates must be at least 19 years old to serve alcohol in Nebraska. Responsible beverage service certification is required or must be obtained, with TIPS certification accepted.

Ability to accurately handle cash, tabs, and payments using a point-of-sale (POS) system is required.

This is a part-time, in‑person role. Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment are essential.

Confidently prepares a wide range of alcoholic and non‑alcoholic beverages with accuracy and consistency.

Delivers friendly, professional service while creating a welcoming bar experience for every guest.

Accurately manages tabs, cash, and payments using the point‑of‑sale system.

Handles high‑volume service while maintaining quality, cleanliness, and attention to detail.

Understands and follows alcohol service laws, safety standards, and Drop Zone policies.

Works effectively with other bartenders, servers, and staff to support smooth service operations.

We are looking for energetic, guest-focused individuals who enjoy working behind the bar and delivering great service in a fast-paced environment. If you take pride in your craft and enjoy creating memorable guest experiences, we encourage you to apply.

Our hiring team will review all applications carefully. Qualified candidates will be contacted to discuss next steps and potential interview opportunities.