Drylands Bartender

About the role

Responsible for friendly and accurate preparation of all drinks ordered at an entertainment venue. The bartender may also support additional on-site and off-site promotional events as needed. Must be outgoing with the ability to engage and entertain guests.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests in a timely manner and obtain beverage and/or food orders.
• Initiate conversation with guests.
• Mix ingredients such as liquor, soda, water, and fruit juice to prepare beverages.
• Serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
• Ensure legal drinking age when unsure for alcoholic beverages.
• Know drink prices and proper measurement.
• Know information regarding all Food & Beverage Outlets to inform guests when asked.
• Operate cash register: accept money from customers and count back appropriate change; process credit card purchases; count and balance money/credit card purchases, and comps against receipts in register before and after each shift.
• Follow cash handling procedures.
• Order and requisition liquors and supplies.
• Prepare garnishments.
• Arrange bottles and glasses to make attractive display.
• Pre-bus station regularly.
• Assist with inventory and inventory control.
• Complete assigned opening and closing side work.
• Claim tips received according to laws governing wage reporting.
• Provide Red Carpet Service to every patron and employee.
• Work well under pressure and meet multiple, sometimes competing deadlines.
• Adhere to all corporate and local policies, procedures, and operating guidelines.
• Perform duties in a safe manner; report any potential safety hazards to management staff.
• Answer questions when a manager is not available.
• Demonstrate ethical and cooperative behavior with guests, co-workers, and leadership at all times.
• Perform other duties as assigned by department and/or company management.

Requirements

• Minimum of 21 years of age.
• High school diploma or G.E.D preferred.
• 6 months or more relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• 6 months or more experience in a fast-paced environment with cocktail service experience in a nightclub or casino preferred.
• Must qualify for certification through NMAST.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English required.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team and promote a cooperative approach between departments.
• Ability to work unsupervised.
• Strong knowledge of spirits, wine, champagne, and mixed cocktails.
• Basic math skills, ability to handle cash, and accurately make change.
• Maintain a professional, neat, and well-groomed appearance adhering to company standards.
• Work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Comfortable wearing and performing in an approved uniform that may be suggestive and/or revealing in nature.
• Ability to wear up to a 2” heel in company-approved shoes.

Physical Demands

• Frequent brisk walking, climbing stairs, bending, lifting, stretching, reaching, kneeling, squatting, and standing for long periods of time.
• Walking and/or standing 90% of the time.
• Lifting up to 50 pounds to stack, store, or move materials, supplies, and equipment.

Work Environment

• Mostly works inside the building.
• Regularly exposed to airborne particles, toxic fumes, and/or chemicals.
• Noise level in the work environment is very loud.
• Exposure to bright lighting.
• Exposure to unrestricted second-hand smoke.

Benefits

Base salary is one component of a competitive Total Rewards package, which includes wellness programs designed to support team members' financial, physical, and mental well-being. Specific benefits may include:

• Day-one medical coverage.
• 401(k) matching.
• Annual performance bonus.
• Paid time off earned according to local policy, increasing with length of employment.

Initial placement within the salary range is based on an individual's relevant knowledge, skills, and experience.