Bartender

Red Lobster

Melrose Park, IL, 60161

Part Time

31 May 2026

Overview

Why You Want to Work Here:

We offer weekly pay and competitive wages
Flexible scheduling
Options for medical, dental and vision starting at less than $10/week
Life insurance, short-term disability and voluntary benefits
401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match after 1 year of service
Anniversary pay (must meet eligibility requirements)
Discounted shift meals and a 25% discount when dining as a guest
Opportunities - we train and provide career opportunities so you can advance and grow

Who We Are:

It all began with a single family-owned restaurant and the vision to give people something special: a connection to seafood and the coast. Over fifty years later, every seat in our over 500 restaurant family is an extension of that founding passion. We proudly set the table for our guests' favorite meals and moments because we are more than just a place to eat and work. We are part of the communities we serve, and this is where new friends become familiar faces

Your responsibilities as a Bartender will include, but are not limited to:

Welcoming guests and greeting every guest with a smile when they are seated
Setting up the bar, including pour and glassware stations prior to opening, and limited restocking beverages, mixes, garnishes as needed
Suggestively selling drinks, appetizers, and desserts
Making all drinks to standard, using the recipe, glassware, and garnish
Accurately taking food and drink orders and entering orders into the POS properly
Checking back with guests throughout the experience to provide refills as needed and clearing any items from the table
Delivering and settling the check in a timely manner, thanking guests and inviting them to return
Following all food safety standards

What it Takes to Succeed (Physical Job Requirements)

Must meet the minimum age requirement and authorized to work in the country you are applying
Ability to bend, reach, stoop and lift up to 30 pounds safely
Ability to remain standing for an 8 - 12 hour shift
Team player with attention to detail and ability to multi-task

The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

BIG plans are on the horizon for Red Lobster. Our team and restaurants are great today, but our future is even better. There is no better time than now to be a part of the Red Lobster Family!

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer who provides a welcoming workplace for everyone. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or veteran status

Pay Range

USD $15.00 - USD $25.00 /Hr.

FAQ's:

Q) Does Red Lobster hire for seafood-specific kitchen roles?

A) Yes, kitchen staff handle seafood preparation and cooking techniques.

Q) Are seafood handling standards part of training?

A) Yes, employees follow strict seafood safety guidelines.

Q) Do servers require menu knowledge of seafood dishes?

A) Yes, understanding preparation styles and pairings is important.

Q) Are peak seasons tied to special promotions?

A) Yes, promotional events increase staffing demand.

Q) Is evening dining the busiest service period?

A) Yes, dinner service drives most guest traffic.