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Full-time
On-site
Cave Creek, Arizona, United States

Bartender

Are you looking for a bartending job where the atmosphere is as flavorful as the margaritas? Welcome to El Encanto Mexican Restaurants in Cave Creek, AZ - where vibrant culture, authentic cuisine, and great company come together under one enchanting roof. We're on the hunt for a part-time Bartender who knows their way around a bar and takes pride in creating memorable guest experiences!

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

At El Encanto, your bartending skills are valued, celebrated, and rewarded. Here's what you'll get:

Pay:

  • $11.70/hour plus tips – because great service deserves great rewards

Schedule:

  • Part-time lunch or dinner shifts (restaurant is open from 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM)

All that you need is:

  • High school diploma or equivalency
  • 2+ years of experience in bartending or serving
  • Basic computer skills and knowledge of POS systems like Aloha
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Strong time management skills
  • Math and budgeting skills
  • Analytical and decision-making skills
  • Ability to learn and master systems
  • Ability to reach, bend, and lift up to 40 pounds regularly

HOW DO WE CARE FOR OUR TEAM?

Our incredible El Encanto family creates generations of memories from a family-oriented environment with an excellent culture. We offer our amazing team a great benefits package with fun and reliable collaboration that is enjoyed throughout the year!

OUR UNBEATABLE BENEFITS

  • A 401k
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Structured development training programs

OUR AMAZING PERKS

  • We are closed on most major holidays: Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's Day, Super Bowl Sunday
  • Two annual staff parties
  • Employee of the month bonuses
  • Employee of the year bonuses

WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT AS OUR PART-TIME BARTENDER?

As our part-time Bartender, you bring your A-game, setting up a fresh, clean, and fully stocked bar. You greet arriving guests with a smile, recommending handcrafted margaritas or local beers while preparing drinks with flair. Keeping the bar inviting, you balance orders from servers and walk-up guests, ensuring everyone feels welcome. Your goal is to create a memorable experience that keeps patrons coming back. Behind the scenes, you manage inventory, handle payments, and support your team as needed.

A LITTLE BIT MORE ABOUT US

Founded in 1989 by the late Bill Nelson, the original El Encanto Restaurant and Cantina successfully grew in the center of Cave Creek, Arizona that allowed us to expand the sights, sounds, and tastes of Mexico with an authentic Mexican atmosphere. We are well known for our authentic Mexican cuisine and enchanting old-world Mexican settings. All of the Mexican cuisine at El Encanto is authentic and handmade, from the freshest ingredients, and is considered by many to be the best Mexican food in the Valley. Our focus is always on improving consistency and enhancing the level of service. We have been awarded Phoenix's Best and the #1 Choice for Mexican Food by Phoenix Magazine, the Best Margarita and Best Place to Pop the Question by New Times, and so much more!

TAKE THE NEXT STEP!

If you're ready to bring your bartending talents to a place that values heart, hustle, and hospitality, we want you on our team at El Encanto Mexican Restaurants. Apply today using our quick and easy 3-minute, mobile-friendly initial application for the part-time Bartender position.