Bartender

Thrive Restaurant Group•Great Bend, KS

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Thrive Restaurant Group is a family-owned restaurant company that’s been serving communities for over 50 years, and we’re looking for the next member of our family. As we open our innovative dual-branded Applebee’s/IHOP restaurant, we’re building a team that’s passionate about hospitality, teamwork, and creating memorable experiences for every guest - morning, noon, and night. We are committed to making a difference in the lives of the people we serve and the communities where we live. If you enjoy working in a fun, family-oriented atmosphere and are interested in learning business, leadership, and hospitality, this is the place for you.

Requirements

A genuine desire to care for others while growing and learning.
Positive attitude with a passion for hospitality.
Ability to operate blenders, frozen beverage machines, and other bar equipment safely and efficiently.
Ability to stand and remain active throughout the entire shift.
Comfortable with frequent hand washing and regular immersion of hands in water.
Ability to maintain cleanliness by wiping tables, bar surfaces, equipment, and picking up debris throughout the restaurant.
Ability to transport glass racks, beverage cases, and other supplies weighing up to 25 pounds multiple times during a shift.
Reading, writing, basic math, verbal communication, and cash-handling skills required.
Flexibility to support the overall operation of the dual-branded restaurant as business needs require.

Responsibilities

Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to company recipes, responsible alcohol service guidelines, and applicable laws (30%).
Create a welcoming, friendly, and engaging atmosphere by interacting with bar guests and delivering exceptional hospitality (20%).
Take food and beverage orders and serve guests seated at the bar (15%).
Complete assigned opening, closing, and side work to maintain bar readiness (15%).
Prepare fruit and vegetable garnishes and stock bar supplies throughout each shift (5%).
Present guest checks, accurately process cash and credit card transactions, and complete payment procedures (5%).
Process employee and manager food orders as required (5%).
Enter food and beverage orders accurately into the point-of-sale system and communicate with the kitchen to ensure timely service (5%).