Bartender - Spokane, WA

SSP America operates several restaurants throughout the Spokane International Airport. Our portfolio includes local favorites like Fir & Pine, Riverside Cafe, and Peet's Coffee. SSP America is a prominent hospitality company specializing in airport food and beverage services, committed to providing an exceptional dining experience to travelers from around the world. With a focus on quality, variety, and customer satisfaction, SSP America offers diverse cuisines and beverages across its establishments, creating a unique environment for its guests. The company values diversity, inclusivity, and equal employment opportunities, ensuring a supportive workplace for all employees. SSP America offers full-time employment opportunities with competitive hourly wages plus tips, starting at $16.66 per hour. Immediate hiring is in place to meet the high demand of serving our valued customers efficiently while maintaining top service standards. Employees have access to comprehensive benefits, including a 401K plan with an amazing company match and medical plan options where 80% of premiums are paid for by the company. Career growth opportunities are also a significant part of SSP America's employment package, where employees can develop their skills and advance within the hospitality industry. As a bartender working under SSP America at Spokane International Airport, you will be the face of our beverage services, responsible for creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere for guests. The role involves greeting guests in a timely, courteous, and friendly manner, ensuring each patron has an excellent experience from the moment they arrive at the bar. Bartenders will expertly mix, garnish, and present drinks using established recipes and practicing precise portion control to maintain product consistency and quality. Responsibilities extend to handling point of sale transactions efficiently, including inputting orders into the register, creating checks for each guest, and managing cash transactions with accuracy to ensure financial integrity. Bartenders are also tasked with maintaining the proper setup of the bar at all times, including stocking all necessary ingredients and supplies, preparing garnishes, and storing fresh fruit, vegetables, juices, and other perishables daily. Compliance with state, federal, and corporate liquor regulations is mandatory, especially concerning the service of alcoholic beverages to minors and intoxicated guests, reflecting SSP America's commitment to responsible alcohol service and guest safety. In addition to these duties, bartenders will perform general cleaning tasks using standard products to meet health and safety standards and may take on other responsibilities as assigned by their supervisors. This dynamic role requires excellent interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced airport environment that prioritizes customer satisfaction and operational excellence.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous bartending experience
• Ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Must be at least 21 years old
• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Excellent customer service skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to follow health and safety guidelines