Bartender

Bartender Position

The Cheesecake Factory is Coming Soon to West County Center! Apply today - Hiring begins soon!

Our Bartenders are dedicated, guest-focused professionals who bring genuine warmth and a true passion for hospitality, delivering exceptional service in a fast-paced, high-volume restaurant. This front-of-house role is ideal for a team player who takes ownership of the bar, demonstrates strong attention to detail, and consistently prepares high-quality specialty cocktails, beer, wine and non-alcoholic beverages. Whether celebrating milestones or enjoying everyday moments, our Bartenders create memorable experiences for every guest.

Steady Hours, Flexible Life

• High-volume restaurant with great earnings potential
• Flexible scheduling with full-time or part-time opportunities to fit your life
• Faster Pay access up to 50% of your earned wages the next day (exclusions apply)
• 50% off shift meals and 25% discount when dining with friends and family

Benefits That Have Your Back

• Paid vacation and sick time
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription coverage options
• Medical coverage starting as low as $12 per pay period
• Virtual Care and no cost online mental health services

Grow With Us

• World class training designed to support your personal and professional growth
• Career advancement opportunities over half of our managers are promoted from within
• No cost GED or Associate Degree programs

Perks, Recognition & Community

• Perks and discounts including cell phone, gym, movie, and theme park savings
• Employee recognition and appreciation awards
• HELP Fund (Hardship and Emergency Lifeline Program) for moments that matter
• Opportunities to give back through community and charity events
• Join an award-winning company, including:
• Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For (since 2014)
• PEOPLE Companies That Care (since 2021)
• Great Place to Work Certified

What You'll Do

• Warmly greet guests, creating a welcoming bar experience
• Engage guests with friendly conversation while remaining focused on attentive, efficient service
• Share menu knowledge by making menu recommendations and answering questions about food allergies and ingredients
• Actively listen during guest interactions to anticipate needs
• Accurately take and enter food and drink orders using a POS system
• Follow recipes to maintain beverage quality and consistency
• Prepare cocktails using professional mixology skills and accurate pours
• Garnish drinks to enhance presentation
• Maintain speed, efficiency, and a strong sense of urgency
• Perform bar setup and breakdown to ensure organization and readiness
• Complete stocking duties to maintain accurate inventory
• Process payments using basic math skills, including cash handling and credit/debit transactions
• Uphold cleanliness and sanitation standards
• Follow instructions, procedures, and alcohol service guidelines
• Work well under pressure with a positive, patient attitude

Your Background

• At least 12 months bartending experience in a full-service restaurant
• Experience with serving cocktails, spirits, beer, and wine
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and stay organized
• Adaptable with strong problem-solving skills
• Reliable, punctual, and dependable, contributing to a positive workplace culture
• Passionate about guest satisfaction, hospitality, and teamwork
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand for extended periods, continuously bend, reach and twist
• Must be at least 21 years old

Who We Are

Named to FORTUNE Magazine's "100 Best Companies to Work For" list every year since 2014, The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated is a leader in experiential dining. We are culinary-forward and relentlessly focused on hospitality. Delicious, memorable experiences created by passionate peoplethis defines who we are and where we are going.

We currently own and operate over 370 restaurants throughout the United States and Canada under brands including The Cheesecake Factory, North Italia, Flower Child and a collection of other FRC brands. Internationally, 35 The Cheesecake Factory restaurants operate under licensing agreements. Our bakery division operates two facilities that produce quality cheesecakes and other baked products for our restaurants, international licensees and third-party bakery customers.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace for all. We welcome applicants from a wide variety of identities, ideas, perspectives, backgrounds and experiences to apply. The Cheesecake Factory offers reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities.