Bartender – Seasonal

Bartender | Life Time

Location: Phoenix, AZ

Status: Part-Time / Full-Time

Experience: 1–2 years of Bartending experience required

At Life Time, our bar experience is an extension of our “Athletic Country Club” lifestyle. As a Bartender, you aren’t just mixing drinks; you are a key part of the social fabric of the club. You’ll provide high-quality service to members in a clean, professional, and high-energy environment, ensuring that every cocktail is crafted to perfection and every guest interaction is seamless.

Your Role: Craft & Connection

You are responsible for the flow of the bar, from the first pour to the final reconciliation.

• Mixology Excellence: Follow precise recipes to prepare cocktails, beer, and wine, ensuring every drink is garnished and presented according to brand standards.

• Guest Interaction: Engage with members, answer menu questions, and process payments while maintaining a welcoming atmosphere.

• Operational Maintenance: Keep the bar pristine. This includes cleaning surfaces, returning used dishware, and ensuring all equipment is sanitized.

• Inventory & Logistics: Stay ahead of the rush by re-stocking liquors, non-alcoholic ingredients, and replacing beer barrels.

• Safety & Compliance: Strictly follow alcohol serving laws, check identifications, and maintain a safe environment.

What You’ll Need

• Professional Foundation: High School Diploma or GED and 1–2 years of proven bartending experience.

• Certifications: Must be certified to serve alcohol in Arizona (Title 4) and obtain CPR/AED certification within the first 30 days of hire.

• Physical Stamina: Ability to stand for long periods and repetitively bend or lift 20+ lbs (essential for changing kegs and stocking).

• Skills: Strong communication, cash handling, and the ability to work in a fast-paced “stationary yet mobile” environment.

• Preferred: Experience with inventory management and ordering is a major plus.

Hospitality & Bartending Industry Data (2025-2026)

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The Anatomy of a Perfect Pour

To maintain Life Time’s premium standards, every drink follows a specific technical flow.

1. Preparation: Selecting the correct glassware and chilling if necessary.

2. Measurement: Using a jigger to ensure recipe accuracy and cost control.

3. Mixing: Shaking or stirring based on the ingredient profile (e.g., citrus vs. spirits).

4. Presentation: Straining into the glass and adding the specific garnish to enhance aromatics.

Why Life Time?

• Elite Environment: Work in a beautiful, upscale setting with a focused and health-conscious membership base.

• Benefits: Access to competitive pay, inclusive culture, and the potential for club membership perks (specific to role and tenure).

• Comprehensive Training: We provide the tools you need to succeed through on-the-job training and certification support.