Bartender at the Cruise Room

SUMMARY The Bartender is responsible for crafting and serving a wide variety of beverages, including cocktails, beer, and wine. This role involves providing excellent customer service, maintaining a clean and organized bar area, and ensuring a positive guest experience. Strong knowledge of drink recipes, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment are crucial. SHIFTS Mixture of shift openings available between 7 AM and 12 AM. Weekend availability is required. BENEFITS & PERKS Starting Pay: $16.27 per hour, plus tips. Dental and Vision Insurance: Available after 60 days Health Insurance: Available to eligible full-time employees after 1 year Transportation Benefits: Free RTD EcoPass or employee parking reimbursement Additional Benefits: EAP, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Life Insurance options 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan: Available after 6 months Employee Discount: Available at Skyport restaurant and retail locations Paid Leave: Provided in accordance with applicable Colorado and federal laws Supportive team environment with training and professional development opportunities PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Greet guests and take beverage orders in a friendly and professional manner. Mix, garnish, and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks according to recipes and guest specifications. Check the identification of guests to verify age requirements for purchase of alcohol. Maintain a clean and organized bar area, including washing glassware and bar tools. Restock and replenish bar inventory and supplies. Handle cash and credit card transactions accurately, including opening and closing tabs. Monitor guest behavior and manage alcohol consumption to ensure guest safety. Comply with all food and beverage regulations and safety standards. Maintain knowledge of the restaurant’s menu and specials to answer guest questions and provide recommendations. Handle guest complaints or concerns in a courteous and professional manner, escalating to management when necessary. Conduct regular inventory checks and inform management of any shortages or needed supplies. REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES Genuine interest in providing a positive guest experience Friendly, outgoing, approachable personality Ability to work well with others and support a positive work environment Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Dependable Flexible to work nights, weekends, and holidays Ability to follow all guidelines and procedures set forth by FMS/Skyport, brand partners, airport, federal, state, and local employment regulations Strong communication skills and ability to handle stressful situations Ability to use basic math; e.g., addition, subtraction, and basic fractions Must successfully complete required airport security and background screening, including a federal background check. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE High School diploma or equivalent 1+ years of experience as a bartender in a full-service restaurant Formal bartending training a plus WORKING ENVIRONMENT Airport: This position operates in a climate-controlled international airport environment. The temperature, volume of noise, and exposure to the public is outside the control of First Meridian Services, Inc. The position requires use of public spaces as provided by the airport. Restaurant: This position may require frequent exposure to a restaurant or retail operation environment. Regular exposure to varying temperatures (hot/cold/freezing), fumes, vapors, industrial restaurant equipment, noise, and guests will be a common occurrence. The nature of restaurant work requires the Bartender to possess certain physical abilities. Those listed here are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform this job. Most of the workday is spent standing or walking and working in close proximity to others. Eye-hand coordination, depth perception, finger dexterity, and functional vision and speech perception are required. Some bending, crouching, pushing/pulling and lifting/lowering of 20-50 lbs. Some repetitive motions with hands, wrists, or arms. Must be able to operate all equipment used in the restaurant. Some exposure to skin irritants, electrical equipment, and sharp instruments. Risk to these exposures is minimized by strict adherence to company standards, policies and procedures. Frequency of Physical Requirements Bend: Occasionally Climb/Crawl: Occasionally Sit: Rarely Kneel: Occasionally Squat: Occasionally Stand/Walk: Constantly Frequency of Mental Requirements Communicate Orally: Constantly Evaluating: Frequently Perform Calculations: Occasionally Read/Comprehend: Regularly Reason/Analyze: Regularly Write: Occasionally HIRING PROCESS Application Deadline: August 21st 2026 This date represents our anticipated application deadline and may be extended based on business needs. Interested? Click "apply now" and include an updated resume for consideration. If we choose to proceed with your application, be on the lookout for a text or email from us to set up an initial interview. Internal Applicants: Current First Meridian Services employees must meet applicable internal transfer eligibility requirements to be considered for this opportunity. Generally, employees must have been in their current position for at least six months and have no disciplinary documentation within the previous six months. Please get in touch with your manager or HR with questions regarding eligibility. First Meridian is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or protected veteran status.

The bartender is responsible for crafting and serving a variety of beverages while providing excellent customer service to guests. They must also maintain a clean bar area, manage inventory, and ensure compliance with all safety and alcohol regulations.

Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and at least one year of experience in a full-service restaurant. Applicants must also be able to pass a federal background check and airport security screening.

• Dental Insurance • Vision Insurance • Health Insurance • Transportation Benefits • EAP • Critical Illness Insurance • Hospital Indemnity • Life Insurance • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan • Employee Discount • Paid Leave

• Gestion du tempsSouhaitée
• Service à la clientèleSouhaitée
• Souci du détailSouhaitée
• Manipulation d’argentSouhaitée
• Gestion des stocksSouhaitée

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Customer Service
• Cocktail Preparation
• Beverage Service
• Cash Handling
• Inventory Management
• Communication Skills
• Attention To Detail
• Safety Compliance
• Conflict Resolution
• Menu Knowledge
• Time Management
• Interpersonal Skills
• Professionalism
• Bartending
• Airport Security
• Management
• Communication
• Electrical Equipment
• Employee Assistance Programs
• General Mathematics
• Inventory Control
• Safety Standards
• Restaurant Operation
• Vision Insurance
• Coordinating
• Greeting Customers
• Customer Complaint Resolution
• Finger Dexterity
• Detail Oriented

• Hospitality
• Food & Beverage
• Customer Service & Support
• Security & Safety
• Transportation
• Bartender
• Bartenders

Formation minimale

Études secondaires

Expérience minimale

0+ ans

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine