Bartender - Part Time - Safari Park

Overview

Posted Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 11:00 AM | Expires Sunday, February 1, 2026 at 10:59 AM

San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is a nonprofit international conservation leader, committed to inspiring a passion for nature and creating a world where all life thrives. Empowering people from around the globe to support our mission to conserve wildlife through innovation and partnerships, we support cutting-edge conservation, and bring the stories of our work back to our two world-famous front doors — the San Diego Zoo and San Diego Zoo Safari Park — giving millions of guests, in person and virtually, the opportunity to experience conservation in action.

The deep and extensive knowledge gained from more than a century of experience in wildlife care, health, veterinary services, nutrition and conservation makes us invaluable in the global effort to save species. Our team members play a crucial role in driving our conservation efforts forward and bringing us closer to a world where all life thrives.

The Bartender, under direction, performs a wide variety of moderately difficult duties in taking beverage orders from restaurant customers, serving customers, and keeping the assigned area clean and orderly. This position reports to a Food Service Supervisor or Manager.

• Takes, prepares, and serves orders for beverages
• Advises customers regarding menu items
• Occasionally serves food to and assists patrons at catered events
• Politely answers customers’ questions regarding the Organization
• Makes coffee and other beverages
• Performs some record-keeping for inventory, tax and timecard purposes

The Mkutano House is an upcoming restaurant concept built around community, connection, and exceptional guest experiences.

We are seeking passionate, reliable, and service-oriented individuals who are excited to help bring this vision to life from the ground up. If you excel in a fast-paced environment, take pride in your craft, and believe outstanding food is best enjoyed alongside genuine hospitality, you will find a strong sense of purpose here. This is more than a position—it is an opportunity to grow with a dedicated team, help shape a new dining destination, and contribute meaningfully from day one.

Candidates must be at least 21 years of age to apply.

• Education and
  
  Certifications:
  
  A working knowledge of the characteristics of wine, beer and spirits as well as knowledge of beverage products and cocktail recipes and liquor laws.
• Skills and Knowledge: Organization policies and procedures;
  The ABC guidelines pertaining to the service of alcoholic beverages;
  Assist customers in making menu and bar selections;
  Deal tactfully and courteously with the public;
  Understand and carry out instructions;
  Make simple arithmetic calculations;
  Prepare event sheets properly and in a timely manner;
  Accurately operate computerized cash register;
  Work in fast-paced environments; be proficient in handling cash and/or credit cards and making change.

• Free admission to the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Zoo Safari Park
• Family Passes
• Complimentary Tickets
• Free Parking at the San Diego Zoo & San Diego Zoo Safari Park
• Local and In-House Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program

• Position Type:
  Hourly Part-Time Non-Exempt Union Position
• Note:
  
  If selected, there will be fees and dues to be paid to the union
• Hourly Rate: $20.09

Beware of fraudulent recruiting. Legitimate San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance contacts will use an  email address. We do not request money, checks, equipment orders, or sensitive personal data during the recruitment process. San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance only conducts interviews via phone, Zoom, Teams or in-person. If you have been asked for any of the above, or believe you have been contacted by someone posing as a San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance employee, please e-mail sdzwacareers.

If you feel that you have been the victim of fraud, please contact your financial institution(s) immediately.

Be an ally for wildlife by joining our team!

At San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance, we thrive on celebrating our differences. Diversity is vital for the benefit of our team members, our guests, our community, and our wildlife.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, please email your request to sdzwacareers and provide the job title and location to which you are applying.

As a Federal Contractor, San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is required to participate in the E-Verify Program to confirm eligibility to work in the United States. We are not offering sponsorship for this position at this time.

San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is a drug free workplace.