Bartender | Part-Time | Pasadena Convention Center & Auditorium

Bartender | Part-Time | Pasadena Convention Center & Auditorium

The Bartender is responsible for providing exceptional beverage service during conventions, meetings, banquets, receptions, galas, and special events. This position prepares and serves alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages while delivering outstanding guest service in a fast-paced event environment. The Bartender ensures compliance with responsible alcohol service practices, maintains a clean and organized work area, and contributes to the successful execution of all events.

This role will pay an hourly rate of $21.00 - $23.00 and is tip eligible.

Benefits for Part-Time Roles: 401(k) Savings Plan and 401(k) Matching.

This position will remain open until December 31, 2026.

The Pasadena Convention Center & Auditorium is a campus-style meetings and events complex in Pasadena, California, offering 130,000 sq. ft. of meeting space.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve beer, wine, crafted cocktails, mixed drinks, and non-alcoholic beverages according to event specifications and company standards.
• Deliver friendly, professional, and efficient service to guests during events.
• Set up and break down banquet bars, including stocking products, glassware, garnishes, and supplies.
• Verify guest age and monitor alcohol consumption in accordance with applicable laws and responsible beverage service guidelines.
• Accurately operate point-of-sale systems and process transactions when applicable.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of bar areas throughout events.
• Monitor inventory levels and communicate restocking needs to supervisors and barbacks.
• Assist with inventory control and product accountability procedures.
• Work closely with banquet supervisors/leads, servers, culinary staff, and event leadership to ensure seamless event execution.
• Respond promptly and professionally to guest requests and concerns.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, health, and workplace safety standards.
• Assist with post-event cleanup and closing procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Previous bartending experience in hospitality, catering, restaurants, hotels, convention centers, stadiums, arenas, or banquet operations preferred.
• Knowledge of beer, wine, spirits, and cocktail preparation.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to operate POS systems when required.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and carry heavy objects.
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach, and perform repetitive motions.
• Ability to work in crowded and fast-paced event environments.
• Ability to transport beverage products, ice, and supplies as needed.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and event-based hours.
• Alcohol service certification required or ability to obtain it upon hire.
• Food handler certification is required or the ability to obtain within the required timeframe.