Bartender | Part-Time | Owensboro Convention Center

Position Summary

The Bartenders are responsible for serving guests liquor, beer, and wine during events while ensuring all policies and procedures regarding alcohol dispensing are followed. This role will pay an hourly rate of $8.00 and is tip eligible. The position will remain open until December 18, 2026.

Benefits

• 401(k) Savings Plan
• 401(k) Matching

Pay

Hourly rate of $8.00, tip eligible.

Schedule

Flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and long hours.

About the Venue

Western Kentucky’s award‑winning venue—the Owensboro Convention Center—is a full‑service facility overlooking the scenic Ohio River in revitalized downtown Owensboro, Kentucky. The multi‑purpose center boasts just under 102,000 sq. ft. of available space, including a 44,000+ sq. ft. exhibition hall, the 8,900+ sq. ft. Kentucky Legend® Pier outside over the scenic Ohio River, and additional ballroom, meeting, and pre‑function space.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate the ability to meet the company standard for excellence in guest service, interaction with co‑workers, and uniform standards.
• Follow the bar pre‑shift notes and bar menus and provide service as described.
• Serve alcoholic beverages following all proper procedures for serving alcoholic drinks, including state/federal regulations pertaining to the distribution of alcohol.
• Learn or have knowledge of various beer, wine varieties & spirits available and be able to suggestively upsell products to guests.
• Pour drinks responsibly in accordance with company standards for serving size.
• Check the guest’s ID in accordance with state/federal regulations to verify the minimum age requirement for the purchase of alcoholic beverages.
• Communicate a cut‑off to a guest as required.
• Listen and respond to any customer requests or concerns.
• De‑escalate intoxicated guest situations; contact management or security if a guest becomes confrontational, belligerent, or uses extreme profanity.
• Contact a management member if unable to resolve or make a decision beyond the scope of standard decision‑making.
• Request additional product or restock product as required.
• Handle cash accurately; bartenders are responsible for issuing bank at their bar.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary workstation at all times.
• Ensure bar equipment is clean & well maintained.
• Other duties as assigned, such as setup and breakdown of bar equipment as required and assisting with organization of the cooler.

Qualifications

• Bartending school is preferred.
• Accurate cash handling skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to be self‑directed while working in a team‑oriented environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and long hours.
• Ability to work in a team‑oriented, fast‑paced, event‑driven environment.