The World Equestrian Center – Ocala is seeking a charismatic and skilled Bartender to join the team at Horse to Water, our seasonal outdoor beverage experience. This role is ideal for a hospitality professional with a passion for beverage service, a flair for presentation, and a commitment to delivering an elevated guest experience in a unique outdoor setting.
As a Bartender at Horse to Water, you will prepare and serve a variety of beverages while engaging guests with warm, professional, and attentive service. You will play an important role in creating a welcoming and memorable experience for guests enjoying the outdoor atmosphere and amenities of the World Equestrian Center. Your service will reflect the World Equestrian Center’s core values of Quality, Class, and Distinction.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Prepare and serve cocktails, beer, wine, non-alcoholic beverages, and other drinks with consistency, quality, and attention to detail.
- Engage guests with warmth and professionalism while providing knowledgeable recommendations and personalized service.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and visually appealing bar and service area throughout the shift.
- Monitor inventory levels and communicate product needs to leadership to support seamless daily operations.
- Ensure compliance with all alcohol service regulations, company policies, and responsible beverage service standards.
- Provide efficient and attentive service during periods of high guest volume.
- Handle guest questions and concerns with professionalism, discretion, and a service-focused approach.
- Maintain accurate cash handling and POS transactions.
- Assist with opening, closing, stocking, and maintaining the bar and surrounding service areas.
- Work collaboratively with fellow bartenders, servers, culinary team members, and leadership to ensure a seamless guest experience.
- Uphold the highest standards of cleanliness, safety, and sanitation.
- Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor while representing the World Equestrian Center.
- Perform all responsibilities while working outdoors and in varying weather conditions, including periods of direct sunlight.
Schedule & Seasonal Requirements:
- This is a seasonal position.
- Scheduled primarily Friday through Sunday, 10:00 AM–5:00 PM, during the operating season.
- Must be comfortable working outdoors for extended periods.
- This position is weather-dependent, and scheduled shifts may be adjusted, modified, or canceled based on weather conditions and operational needs.
- Must be comfortable working in direct sunlight and varying outdoor temperatures and weather conditions.
- Availability may be required during special events or periods of increased guest activity.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the associate occupying this position. Associates will be required to perform any other job-related duties assigned by their supervisor. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship.
Physical Requirements:
These physical demands represent the physical requirements necessary for an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation can be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions described in this position.
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs.
- Ability to work outdoors for extended periods and in direct sunlight.
- Ability to work in varying weather conditions, including heat and humidity.
- Manual dexterity and visual acuity necessary for precise beverage preparation and service.
- Clear and effective communication in both verbal and written formats.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-touch outdoor environment.
Qualifications, Education, Experience, Skills and Abilities:
- Minimum of 1–2 years of bartending or beverage service experience; upscale or high-volume hospitality experience preferred.
- Strong knowledge of cocktails, beer, wine, spirits, and non-alcoholic beverages.
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
- Professional appearance and demeanor.
- Ability to multitask and remain composed in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to exceptional guest service.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- ServSafe and Alcohol Compliance Certifications required.
- Previous experience working in an outdoor, poolside, resort, event, or high-volume environment preferred.
- Must be comfortable working outdoors and in direct sunlight.
- Must be available to work Friday through Sunday, 10:00 AM–5:00 PM, seasonally, as well as during applicable special events.
The World Equestrian Center is managed by Columbus Hospitality Management; a company committed to providing quality service and memorable guest experiences in a positive and welcoming work environment. We are focused on supporting the needs of our team through our commitment to family/work life balance and by providing development opportunities.
We are proud to be a Drug Free Workplace/EOE. All applicants will be required to submit to a background check prior to employment.
