Bartender - Full-time
Posted on October 24, 2025
Red Lobster is a renowned family-owned seafood restaurant chain with over fifty years of heritage, dedicated to providing guests with exceptional dining experiences centered around fresh seafood and coastal cuisine. With a vast network of over 500 restaurants, Red Lobster has established itself as a beloved destination for seafood lovers across communities, combining great food with memorable moments. The company prides itself on being more than just a restaurant; it serves as a welcoming gathering place where new friends quickly become familiar faces, fueling a strong sense of community and connection. Red Lobster values its employees as an extension of its family, offering an environment that fosters growth, career advancement, and work-life balance.
The Bartender role at Red Lobster is pivotal in delivering an outstanding guest experience, shaping the atmosphere through exceptional service and expertly crafted beverages. This position offers hourly wages ranging from $16.50 to $25.00 along with weekly pay, flexible scheduling, and an array of benefits including medical, dental, vision options starting at under $10 per week, life insurance, short-term disability, voluntary benefits, and a 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match eligibility after one year of service. The bartender will be responsible for greeting guests with a warm smile, setting up and maintaining the bar area, and preparing drinks according to established recipes and standards. This role requires a detail-oriented team player who can multitask effectively while maintaining compliance with all food safety standards. The ideal candidate will take pride in suggestively selling drinks, appetizers, and desserts to elevate the guest experience and contribute to the restaurant's overall success. In addition to providing excellent customer service, the bartender will ensure accuracy in order processing through the point of sale system and maintain a clean, inviting environment throughout the shift. Red Lobster is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds, emphasizing equal opportunity employment. Joining Red Lobster means becoming part of a dynamic team poised for an exciting future, with extensive training and growth opportunities available for career advancement within the company.
- 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 to 12 hour shift
- Team player with attention to detail and ability to multi-task