Bartender – Chicago
Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. (MSG Entertainment) is a leader in live entertainment, delivering unforgettable experiences while forging deep connections with diverse and passionate audiences. The Company’s portfolio includes a collection of world-renowned venues – New York’s Madison Square Garden, The Theater at Madison Square Garden, Radio City Music Hall, and Beacon Theatre; and The Chicago Theatre – that showcase a broad array of sporting events, concerts, family shows, and special events for millions of guests annually. In addition, the Company features the original production, the Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes, which has been a holiday tradition for 90 years. More information is available at www.msgentertainment.com.
Who are we hiring?
As a bartender at the Chicago Theater you will be responsible for setting up, maintaining and breaking down your designated bar area. Count in and out all inventory items every shift. Serve snacks and beverages to guests in a timely and responsible manner. Maintain designated bar area clean and well stocked. Always promote positive guest/client experience and superior customer service. As a crucial member of our team, a Chicago Theatre Bartender may be requested to work a flexible schedule inclusive of early mornings, day & evening shifts (late evenings may be required), weekends, holidays and back to back events. All candidates must be available to work one third of the monthly shows scheduled. Additionally, a bartender may be assigned to an area where adverse temperature/weather conditions may affect them. This role requires Bartenders to stand for long periods of time and move freely throughout the property during their shift.
What will you do?
- The Bartender is responsible for serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages to guests during events at The Chicago Theater.
- Must be friendly, outgoing and create a welcoming environment to guests.
- Will be responsible for the set up and operation of designated bar areas throughout The Chicago Theatre.
- Duties include heavy lifting and maintaining cleanliness of designated bar area.
- Will serve alcoholic beverages to patrons in a timely and responsible manner, while providing superior guest service to patrons of the Chicago Theatre.
What do you need to succeed?
- Prior bartending experience required
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Ability to multitask in a high volume entertainment based environment
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to handle a variety of customer service situations are required
- Must be available to work nights, weekends and holidays. Bartending license a plus.
Special Requirements
- Must be able to handle increment weather, due to theatre doors being open.
- Able to walk and stand during the entire shift.
- Lifting, pushing, pulling up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, have split days off, work weekends and holidays in a 24 X 7 environment.
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