COTALAND Bartender - Tipped

About the Role

COTALAND is an amusement park with over 30 attractions and experiences, including first-of-their-kind roller coasters, located at Circuit of The Americas (COTA) in Austin, TX. The Bartender at COTALAND plays a vital role in maintaining a clean, safe, and organized bar environment. We’re looking for skilled and personable bartenders to join our team and help create memorable experiences for our guests in a fast-paced theme park setting.

Why Work at COTALAND?

• Be part of a team where every role and interaction matters
• Learn new skills through hands-on training
• Work alongside supportive teammates
• Create memorable experiences for guests daily
• Build confidence and develop transferable skills
• Opportunities for both seasonal and long-term roles

Our CREW Values

• Committed: Invested in creating memorable guest experiences and taking pride in our work
• Reliable: Show up prepared, adapt to changing situations, and support teammates
• Excellence: Do the right thing, continuously improve, and deliver our best
• Wins Together: Succeed as one team to create great guest experiences

Responsibilities

• Clean, sanitize, and properly store all bar tools and glassware
• Maintain cleanliness of all back-of-house areas including service wells, prep areas, walk-ins, storage rooms, floors, walls, and drains
• Assist in removal of trash, recycling, and compost throughout shifts to maintain a safe work environment
• Support daily opening, operating, and closing procedures
• Follow all health department regulations, food safety guidelines, TABC guidelines, and COTALAND policies
• Maintain awareness of safety in a high-energy, high-guest-volume environment
• Communicate equipment issues, supply shortages, or safety concerns to leadership
• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipes and customer preferences
• Provide friendly, attentive service and engage with guests professionally
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked bar area
• Check customer identification and ensure compliance with all alcohol service laws
• Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth service during busy shifts
• Monitor guest behavior and promote a safe, enjoyable environment

Requirements

• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Strong attention to cleanliness, organization, and safety
• Dependable, punctual, and team-oriented
• Ability to follow instructions and work well with others
• Basic understanding of wine, beer, and spirits
• Must be at least 18 years of age or older
• TABC certification

Previous high-volume bartending experience is preferred but not required; training is provided.

Skills

• Customer service and guest engagement
• Beverage preparation and knowledge of drink recipes
• Compliance with alcohol service laws and regulations
• Teamwork and collaboration in a fast-paced setting

Benefits

• Complimentary park admission
• Employee discounts
• Training and development opportunities
• A fun, team-oriented work environment

Pay

Starting pay: $16.00 per hour + tips

Schedule

Full-time and part-time opportunities are available.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Ability to stand, sit, use hands to handle or feel, reach with hands and arms
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Ability to squat, bend, twist, push/pull
• Ability to stand/walk for long periods
• Close and distance vision abilities required
• Work in extreme outdoor environments throughout the year
• Moderate to loud noise levels during events

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.