Bartender - Banquets

About the role

This position is responsible for preparing alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages for guests and/or Beverage Servers in accordance with department policies, procedures and steps of service.

Responsibilities

• Fills drink orders per the Beverage department’s recipes and standards
• Uses point of sale terminal and completes other cashiering functions
• Consistently applies knowledge of state liquor laws including proper identification procedures, monitoring levels of intoxication, intervention strategies, refusal of service and shutoff procedures
• Actively up-sells products and uses endorsements at all appropriate service opportunities
• Sets-up and breaks down assigned bar in accordance with department policies and procedures
• Maintains sanitation and safety standards in assigned work areas
• Interacts with customers in a friendly and professional manner
• Maintains proper par levels of beverage products, supplies and glasses
• Maintains garnishes, glassware and overall cleanliness of bars
• Communicates to management on inventory and maintenance needs

Requirements

• Previous bartending experience

Skills

• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Intermediate knowledge of spirits, beers, wines and beverage service techniques
• Thorough knowledge of ice handling procedures as well as health and sanitation guidelines
• Ability to maintain a clean, well-stocked bar efficiently and effectively
• Excellent working knowledge of drinks, recipes and use of endorsements at appropriate service opportunities
• Proficiency in the call order system
• Excellent knowledge of the overall property and gaming floor
• Excellent knowledge of state liquor laws including proper identification procedures, monitoring levels of intoxication, intervention strategies, refusal of service and shutoff procedures

Training

• Outlet‑specific standard operating procedures
• SMART alcohol awareness
• Point of sale system training

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to bend and stand for entire shift
• Must be able to work in a fast paced environment with frequent interruptions
• Must be able to work various shifts and flexible hours