Bartender- Part Time

Bartender – Part Time

Reports To: F&B Outlets Manager

Schedule & Details

• Status: Part Time
• Compensation: $10–$12/hour (based on experience) + tips
• Availability: Evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

About the Role

As a Bartender at Blue Harbor Resort, you'll be an important part of our food & beverage team, crafting and serving beverages with professionalism and flair. Bartenders do more than just mix drinks — they help create a welcoming atmosphere, provide excellent guest service, and ensure bar operations run smoothly throughout service.

In this role, you'll prepare cocktails, serve beer and wine, manage bar supplies, and follow responsible service standards while enhancing the guest experience.

Why Join Us?

At Blue Harbor Resort, we're all about creating a seamless experience for our guests that allows for the most ease when enjoying the many services we have to offer. Whether it's exploring the adventurous waterpark attractions before settling down to relax in the spa or discovering the diverse palate of tastes while shopping for a piece of the resort to bring home, we want our guests to enjoy every second of vacation.

• Be part of a vibrant food & beverage team providing enjoyable experiences for resort guests
• Earn tips in addition to hourly pay
• Gain experience in beverage service and hospitality operations
• Work in scenic Lake Michigan resort setting with a supportive team
• Opportunity for cross-training and growth in related food & beverage roles
• Great variety of employee discounts and perks!

What You'll Do

• Greet guests warmly and take drink orders accurately
• Prepare and mix alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipes and guest requests
• Garnish drinks with prepared fruits and other accompaniments
• Pour and serve beer from taps and open requested bottles of beer or wine
• Maintain a clean, organized, and inviting bar area throughout service
• Restock bar supplies, glassware, and garnishes as needed
• Dispose of trash and separate recyclables properly
• Follow responsible alcohol service procedures and ensure a safe environment, monitoring guest consumption and intervening appropriately
• Collaborate with servers and other team members to support smooth service flow
• Look for opportunities to enhance guest satisfaction with attentive, friendly service
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management

What We're Looking For

• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Professional and polished appearance that instills confidence in guests
• Self-motivated, energetic, and committed to doing a job well
• Team-oriented mindset with a willingness to collaborate and support others
• Ability to multitask and work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Basic math and cash-handling proficiency
• High School diploma or equivalent preferred
• Previous bartending experience preferred — candidates with hands-on bar or beverage service background will excel in this role

Physical Requirements

• Stand and move for extended periods
• Lift up to 15 lbs
• Ability to perform tasks that require repetitive motions and manual handling