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Job Description
Controversy is now hiring bartenders. Nightlife experience preferred, but not required. We are looking for someone who is driven, reliable, fast-moving, and passionate about nightlife . You do not need to know everything on day one. You do need to be willing to learn, move with urgency, take direction, and work hard in a fast-paced environment. What We're Looking For The ideal candidate is: Reliable and shows up on time Driven, motivated, and goal oriented Comfortable working in a busy nightlife environment Friendly, outgoing, and confident with guests Able to multitask and stay calm under pressure Willing to learn bartending, POS, drink recipes, and service standards A strong communicator with a positive attitude Able to work late nights, weekends, holidays, and special events Respectful toward guests, coworkers, entertainers, security, and management Someone who takes pride in their work and wants to grow Responsibilities As a bartender at Controversy, you will be responsible for: Preparing and serving drinks quickly and accurately Learning our drink menu, specials, and service standards Providing friendly, respectful customer service Handling cash, credit card transactions, tabs, and POS orders Keeping the bar clean, organized, stocked, and ready for service Checking IDs and following alcohol service laws and company policies Restocking liquor, beer, mixers, garnishes, cups, napkins, and supplies Supporting the team during busy shifts and events Helping promote events, VIP/table opportunities, and guest engagement when appropriate Completing opening, closing, cleaning, and side-work duties Representing Controversy professionally during shifts Experience No bartending experience required. We are willing to train candidates who have the right attitude and work ethic. Experience in any of the following is a plus: Bartending Serving Nightlife Restaurants Customer service Sales Promotions Social media or marketing Event work Cash handling High-volume hospitality Preferred Skills Not required, but helpful: Comfortable talking to guests Ability to upsell or promote specials Social media experience Event promotion experience Canva, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, or Meta Business Suite experience POS system experience RAMP certification, or willingness to obtain if required Schedule Part-time Night shifts Weekend availability required Holiday and event availability preferred What We Offer Hands-on training Fast-paced nightlife work environment Opportunity to earn strong tips Flexible part-time scheduling Weekend and event-based earning opportunities Growth opportunities for dependable, high-performing team members A chance to be part of a growing entertainment brand in