Cannonball Arts LLC Bartender Seattle, WA · Part time Company website

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Position: Bartenders

Employment Type: Part-Time, Event-Based

Pay Rate: $20.76 p/hour + tips

Location: Seattle, WA

Position Summary:

Cannonball Arts is a 2,000+ capacity live music and arts venue in downtown Seattle, built for bold experiences—from warehouse-style concerts to private events and immersive performances. We operate with the speed, energy, and unpredictability of a festival, and we’re building a team that can rise to that challenge.

Event-Based Bartenders are responsible for providing exceptional service, maintaining bar operations, and creating a welcoming, efficient, and high-volume service environment during concerts and events. Whether it’s a sold-out show with 21 speed bars in action or a high-touch private event, you bring focus, hustle, and hospitality every time you step behind the bar.

Key Responsibilities:

• Set up and break down bar stations for events, ensuring cleanliness and readiness.
• Serve beer, wine, spirits, and cocktails with accuracy and speed, adhering to all alcohol service laws.
• Maintain a high standard of customer service and hospitality throughout the event.
• Handle cash and credit transactions using the venue’s POS system.
• Restock bar supplies and assist with inventory tracking as needed.
• Follow venue policies and procedures, including ID checks and responsible alcohol service.
• Communicate effectively with bar leads, barbacks, security, and event staff.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.

Qualifications:

• 2+ years bartending experience in a high-volume setting (event, music venue, or festival experience preferred).
• Valid [State] MAST Permit (or equivalent responsible alcohol service certification).
• Excellent communication, time management, and customer service skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and remain standing for long periods.
• Comfortable working late nights, weekends, and holidays based on event schedule.
• Team player with a positive attitude and strong work ethic.

Bonus Points For:

• Familiarity with event production environments.
• Experience using Toast, Square, or other POS systems.
• Knowledge of craft cocktails and beer.

Company Culture

Cannonball Arts is more than just an organization; it's a movement built upon core values that guide everything we do. We are deeply committed to creating a workplace culture where individuals thrive and collective impact is realized. Our north stars?

• People First, Always: Humans before hierarchy. Every artist, crew member, neighbor, and guest matters. We guard well-being, champion equity, and clear space for each voice to sharpen the collective edge.
• Radical Collaboration: Smash the silos. Cross disciplines, cultures, and corners of the city. We co-design, co-decide, and co-own the outcome.
• Community as Co-Creator: We build with everyone at the table—artists, staff, neighbors, patrons, and policy-setters—so that we create a space that is relevant, responsive, and deeply connected to the needs and aspirations of our community. Reciprocal relationships turn creation into a common endeavor and foster true collective ownership.
• Sustainable Momentum: We pursue lasting impact by stewarding finances, the planet, and people responsibly—building resilient structures that keep our art and community thriving.

All final candidates will be subject to a background check before hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Cannonball Arts values a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and identities and prohibit discrimination based on any protected status under applicable laws.