Denver Film Festival Bartender


Classification: Part Time – Seasonal

Salary Range: $19.00 per hour

Location: Sie FilmCenter – 2510 E. Colfax Ave., Denver, CO 80206

Reporting Structure: Reports to Operations Director


Position Summary: 

This bartender position will be on the front lines of customer service and ensures a great experience for everyone.


About Denver Film:

The first Denver International Film Festival was successfully launched in May 1978. Three years later, the 501(c)(3) nonprofit Denver Film Society was created to expand opportunities to bring films to Denver that otherwise might not be shown, and to celebrate and cultivate film as an art form. Over the years the organization has grown into one the largest and most respected cultural institutions in the Rocky Mountain region. In 2019, the organization rebranded to Denver Film to build a more inclusive organization. This effort continues as we focus on diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility across our wide array of year-round programs including Colorado Dragon Boat Film Festival, Women+Film Festival, CinemaQ Film Festival, CineLatinx Film Festival, Film on the Rocks, the Denver Film Festival, and other programming. Denver Film operates the Sie FilmCenter, which is the year-round cinematic home hosting over 800 films, education programs, community conversations, filmmakers from around the world, and special events throughout the year.

Our Mission: 

Our mission is to create entertaining and transformative experiences for the Colorado community through the power of diverse voices in film.

Our Values:

  • • Creativity – We cultivate curiosity and innovation in everything we do to transform lives through film
  • • Community – We strive to create a sense of fellowship with others; we continuously explore ways in which film can foster community
  • • Accessibility – We advocate for diverse ideas, cultures, opinions, and needs of communities with focuses on diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility
  • • Professionalism – We act with respect, integrity, and competence. We are accountable for our actions and choices
  • • Excellence – We challenge ourselves to mindfully curate films that educate, inform, and invoke though provocative conversations
  • • Collaboration – We embrace partnership and teamwork, working collaboratively to build community through film

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

In addition to other duties as assigned, this position will be responsible for the following:

  • • Receiving orders from guests
  • • Preparing and serving liquor, mixed drinks, wine, beer and nonalcoholic drinks as ordered
  • • Ensuring that fruit and any other garnishes are prepared prior to opening the bar
  • • Maintaining the bar and keeping it clean and organized
  • • Displaying liquor bottles and glasses attractively
  • • Ensuring that guests are of legal drinking age by checking valid photo IDs
  • • Collecting payment from guests for drinks prepared and served
  • • Using proper judgment and, when necessary, refusing service to guests who are intoxicated or disruptive
  • • Restocking any necessary products or supplies
  • • Giving exceptional customer service
  • • Performing additional duties as assigned

Desired Skills:

  • A love of film, arts, and culture
  • • Commitment to the Mission, Vision and Values of Denver Film
  • • Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills with ability to act in professional manner with members of the public and with staff members
  • • Maintains confidentiality and security of Denver Film’s confidential information
  • • The ability to be calm and move confidently under high pressure scenarios
  • • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment while supporting the goals and initiatives of a collaborative team
  • • Strong time management skills and the ability to meet deadlines
  • • Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and organizational skills
  • • Exceptional customer service skills

Special Requirements:

  • • Reliable access to transportation
  • • Able to work evenings, weekends and holidays as required
  • • Able to climb up and down stairs; able to climb up and down ladders; able to kneel, bend, stoop, crouch, reach and carry; able to lift and carry up to 25 lbs., including up and down stairs

How to Apply:

Please fill out the form below to submit your cover letter and application.

Timeline:

Review of applications begins on receipt. The deadline to apply is October 18, 2024. If your application is moved forward, the application process may include 1-2 interviews with Denver Film staff members. The starting date will depend on availability.

Denver Film is an equal opportunity employer. At Denver Film, we are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to promote inclusiveness in everything we do. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Denver Film is also committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear and see. We will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations.

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