Bar Associate

Round One Entertainment • Escondido, CA

9d

About The Position

The Bar Associate supports the day-to-day operations of the bar area in Round One Entertainment’s Yuu Japanese Food Hall. The role provides efficient beverage service, handles alcohol responsibly, and maintains cleanliness and customer-service standards while following company policies and applicable alcohol-service regulations. Employees serving alcohol must be at least 21 years old.

The position operates POS registers, prepares and serves alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, verifies guest ages, maintains and restocks the bar, monitors supplies, and completes opening and closing tasks. It also provides prompt, professional guest service and may support other food hall operations during peak periods or when needed.

The role is performed in a bowling center and arcade environment that is usually loud and may involve dust, high activity, sticky surfaces, broken glass, sanitation chemicals, and wet floors. Extended standing and walking, work in confined spaces behind the bar, repetitive arm and wrist movements, and moving or carrying beverage supplies may be required. Slip-resistant shoes must be provided by the employee on the first day. Gloves and hair nets may be provided and required as needed.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years old to serve alcohol.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume service environment.
• Excellent customer-service and communication skills, including the ability to interact professionally and effectively with guests and team members.
• Positive team attitude and flexibility to assist across food hall operations.
• Must provide slip-resistant shoes on the first day of employment.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including extended standing and walking, repetitive wrist and arm movements, pushing, pulling, lifting, and transporting items; moving kegs weighing up to approximately 100 pounds using a hand truck; carrying beverage cases; and lifting or carrying ice buckets weighing up to approximately 40 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• One to two years of experience in bar service or beverage preparation.
• Knowledge of responsible alcohol-service practices.
• Experience with POS systems and cash handling.
• Food Handler, RBS, TIPS, or other state-approved food- and liquor-handling certifications.
• Open availability, especially nights and weekends, is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate POS registers for beverage transactions, including alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.
• Prepare and serve beverages according to company recipes, policies, and responsible alcohol-service guidelines.
• Verify guest age and comply with alcohol-service laws and regulations.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of bar counters, equipment, and storage areas.
• Restock glassware, garnishes, mixers, beverages, and other bar supplies.
• Monitor inventory and report shortages to management.
• Perform opening and closing duties, including cleaning equipment, restocking supplies, and reconciling cash drawers.
• Wash glassware and maintain proper sanitation and a clean work environment.
• Provide prompt, professional service and respond to guest questions or concerns.
• Support overall food hall operations during peak hours when needed.
• Consistently follow food-safety, alcohol-service, and hygiene procedures.
• Perform other duties assigned by Department and Store Management.
• Assist with beverage-menu improvements or seasonal drink offerings.
• Participate in food hall lost-and-found protocols.
• Store supplies properly and maintain an organized bar workspace.
• Maintain high ethical standards and report irregularities to management.
• Comply with and maintain the confidentiality of company policies and procedures.
• Support other departments or stalls when needed.

Benefits

• One free hour per week for rentals (karaoke, billiards, ping pong, and darts), Monday through Thursday, excluding holidays.
• One free amusement time-play session per week, Monday through Thursday, excluding holidays.
• One free 90-minute bowling session per week for the employee and up to five friends or family members; rental shoes included.
• At select locations, one 90-minute Spo-cha pack for the employee and up to five friends or family members.
• One free fountain drink per shift.
• 50% discount on Yuu Japanese Food Hall orders during the shift.
• Gloves and hair nets provided as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed