Bartender
BARTENDER
The Paramount Theatre/Aurora Civic Center Authority (ACCA), an innovative organization located on Stolp Island in the Fox River in the heart of the richly diverse community of historic Aurora, Illinois (one hour from downtown Chicago), is seeking a Bartender. ACCA is the parent organization, which also includes a 501(c)3 arm under the name of Paramount Arts Centre, Inc. It operates four performance venues: the 6,000-person RiverEdge Park, the 1,843-seat landmark Paramount Theatre, and the 165-seat, newly renovated Copley Theatre, and the brand new Stolp Island Theatre: a 9,000 square foot development that includes an intimate 98-seat 4,600-square-foot theater. ACCA produces and presents over 500 performances each year, including star-studded touring productions, a self-produced Broadway Series of musicals (which has the largest theater subscription base in the country) and the self-produced Bold Series for an annual audience of 350,000 patrons from over 250 communities. ACCA proudly operates the Paramount School of the Arts in the new John C. Dunham Aurora Arts Center, right next door to Paramount Theatre in downtown Aurora. Paramount Theatre also hosts free community events, $1 Classic Movie Mondays and its opulent interiors provide a spectacular backdrop for private functions such as wedding receptions or corporate galas. Across the street from Paramount Theatre are the gorgeous Meyer Ballrooms, which play host to multiple wedding receptions and rental events throughout the year.
The Paramount Theatre/Aurora Civic Center Authority is committed to being a defining catalyst for personal and community transformation by:
- making the performing arts accessible for every age and socioeconomic background,
- introducing the magic of live theater across generations to encourage expansive imaginations and broad views of people and the world,
- and contributing to the future stability and growth of Aurora’s downtown.
The highest purpose of any theater is to inspire its community toward a more perfect humanity. Such humanity can exist only when every member of the community is included and valued, empowered and heard. To express this truth, ACCA commits its leaders, volunteers, artists and staff to the active, continual and accountable pursuit of the following principles: equity, inclusion and diversity.
DEPARTMENT – Patron Services
DIRECT REPORTING – Food & Beverage Manager/Front of House Management
POSITION STATUS & SCHEDULE – part-time, hourly; Wednesday afternoon availability required. Hours vary and include daytime, evenings and weekends and are event dependent
COMPENSATION – Hourly wage is dependent on which venue employee is scheduled at. Range of hourly pay is $10-$16 + tips.
HIRE DATE – Immediate
POSITION SUMMARY – Are you passionate about mixing drinks and creating unforgettable experiences? We are seeking a friendly and energetic Bartender to join our team! We pride ourselves on providing exceptional customer service to our guests while serving delicious drinks. You will be the face of our bar, engaging with customers, taking drink orders both pre-show and at intermission, ensuring each guest leaves with a smile. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for the arts, we would love to hear from you and welcome you to our team!
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES –
- Serve a full menu of drinks at a high-volume quick service Beverage Service station
- Prepares beverages in an accurate, efficient and timely manner to ensure guest satisfaction
- Interact with guests in a friendly, courteous and helpful way
- Work a point-of-sale system for both credit and cash beverages & café sales
- Execute proper cleaning and sanitation requirements
- Ensure workspace is stocked properly prior to shift. If not, work with bar back on getting it prepared
- Adhere to ACCA company policies
- Responsible for pre-determined amount of cash for duration of shifts
- Must be able to work Wednesday Matinee performances and have evening and weekend availability
- Other duties as assigned
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, SKILLS and ABILITIES –
- Previous hospitality & beverage service experience
- Be able to handle high stress service environment
- Be motivated, committed and guest service driven
- Be reliable, honor commitments and value other peoples’ time
- Be available for a variety of days, times, possible late nights and holidays
- Be able to lift up to 25 lbs.
- Either be BASSET certified or must obtain a BASSET certification within 30 days of original hire date
- Have the ability to be on feet for several hours
- Have basic math and money handling skills
- Must be at least 21 years of age
Please submit a cover letter and resume using the online job application at https://paramountaurora.com/opportunities/
Or mail/drop off to: Aurora Civic Center Authority, ATTN: Tanya Jarvis, 8 East Galena Blvd., Suite 230, Aurora, IL 60506
ACCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment, and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability status, marital or familial status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. ACCA encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, women, LGBTQ individuals, people with disabilities, veterans, and others who are eager to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
ACCA participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, ACCA is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating the employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.
Paramount Theatre - Aurora Civic Center Authority
