Bartender - High Stakes

WHAT YOU’LL DO

The primary responsibility of the Bartender is to oversee all aspects of the bar, from preparation to service, and to ensure that supplies and stock are at sufficient levels to accommodate business demands during their shift. They also provide guidance to the Apprentice Bartender and are responsible for mixing and serving drinks to customers during their shift, as well as accounting for all stock and supplies used. All duties are to be performed in accordance with the company’s policies and procedures.

ROLE EXPECTATIONS

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Prepare ordered drinks with proper portions and ingredients, such as wine, liquor, and related bar service, for guests at assigned stations.
• Mix drinks according to prescribed recipes; keep the station stocked with all liquor, glasses, and accessories necessary; account for all beginning cash register bank, all cash, complimentary drinks, and charge receipts.
• Operate a cash register, ring up the correct amount into the register, and provide the guest or server with the correct change.
• Possess a keen sense of timing and be capable of discreetly adjusting the pace of service as necessary.
• Be resourceful with beverages, fruit, and supplies to maintain low beverage costs.
• Set up service items at the assigned bar.
• Inventory supplies at the bar at the beginning of the shift and requisition additional items as indicated by bar standards.
• Clean any spillage at the bar throughout the shift.
• Take and serve cocktail orders.
• Accept payment for cocktails as required.
• Count down register drawers and complete summaries.
• Log stock used during the shift.
• Maintain the appropriate appearance of the bar in accordance with county health and department standards.
• Ensure that all service items and stock are prepared for the shift.
• Remain attentive to the needs and requests of customers.
• Treat customers with courtesy and respect.
• Follow all applicable safety procedures.
• Always maintain appropriate grooming and wear uniform provided.
• Shifts may vary based on business needs.
• Perform any additional related duties as requested.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

REQUIREMENTS

• At least 21 years of age.
• Work requires 1 year prior bartending experience
• Work requires interactions with customers, the public and co-workers.
• Work requires the ability to accurately count money and provide change.
• Work requires schedule flexibility which may include nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.
• Must possess basic reading, writing and mathematical skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work from a standing position for extended periods of time.
• Ability to perform reaching and stooping motions repeatedly.
• Visual ability needed to accurately measure ingredients for mixing drinks.
• Fast paced, high volume environment involving constant public.
• Requires standing, walking, and lifting a minimum of 20lbs repeatedly.
• Must be able to handle intoxicated guests in a professional manner.
• Must be able to tolerate secondary tobacco smoke.

PREFERRED

• Completion of specialized bartending school preferred

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Must be able to qualify for licenses and permits required by federal, state and local regulations.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to work under time constraints and within established deadlines.
• Must regularly lift and/move up to 20 pounds, and must have the ability to push, pull, reach, bend, twist, kneel and balance when performing job duties in varying work areas such as confined spaces.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Work is performed indoors in a climate-controlled environment and exposed to various environmental factors such as but not limited to noise, dust, and smoke.

Rio Las Vegas is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Rio Las Vegas makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.