Bartender: Riverboats at the Gateway Arch ($14.70/hr + $500 Hiring Incentive)

Mission

Enjoy bartending? What if you had the chance to tend bar on the Riverboats at the Gateway Arch as they navigate up and down the Mississippi River? The Riverboats at the Gateway Arch are looking to employ energetic and guest-oriented bartenders to serve during our dinner, specialty, and private cruises, as well as at our dockside events. Please see below for further position expectations, skills, and requirements. 

Expectations

• Always have a positive, friendly, and approachable demeanor while having fun!
• Continually exceed guests’ expectations by always having a guest first attitude.
• Be prompt and accountable when you are scheduled to work.
• Follow the dress code by wearing your uniform.
• Avoid dying hair unnatural colors (pink, blue, green, etc.).
• Maintain a professional appearance (no visible piercings).
• Maintain an alert, professional posture when not actively engaged in guest transactions.
• Ensure bar remains fully stocked throughout shift.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years of age or older.
• Must pass alcohol and drug screening.
• Must pass basic background check.
• Must pass math proficiency questionnaire (located in employee application).
• Must have some previous bartending experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ensure efficient and friendly service to all guests
• Ability to handle cash and use cash registers
• Maintain highest standards of cleanliness
• Ability to learn and follow rules and procedures related to order taking
• Ability to thoroughly learn available beverages, cocktails, brands, and prices
• Excellent communication and presentation skills

$500 Hiring Incentive

• 1st payment - $150 following successful completion of 30 days of employment
• 2nd payment - $150 following successful completion of 90 days of employment
• 3rd payment - $200 following successful completion of 150 days of employment

*Employees must work at least 15.5 hours per week to be eligible

Benefits

• All employees receive a FREE Metro Transit pass. Good for unlimited rides on MetroLink and MetroBus.
• Parking Discount at local garage. 
• Discount at Arch Café.
• Discount at Paddlewheel Café.
• Discount at JNPA Stores. 
• 2 St. Louis Riverfront Cruise tickets. 
• BOGO Discount for Skyline Dinner Cruise.

Typical Summer Season (Memorial Day to Labor Day) Hours of Operation are 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Typical Winter Season (Labor Day to Memorial Day) Hours of Operation are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day

Busiest Times of the Year:

• Memorial Day Weekend
• Fourth of July
• Last 2 weeks in July
• First 2 weeks in August
• Labor Day Weekend
• Thanksgiving Weekend
• Christmas through New Year's Eve

*It is important to note that although we attempt to be as flexible as possible in scheduling, it is difficult to receive time off around holidays.

Bi-State Development is an equal opportunity/ access / affirmative action/ pro-disabled and veteran employer. Bi-State Development is committed to providing an Equal Employment Opportunity experience for all employees, applicants, vendors and customers with an environment free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.