Bartender (Overnight Shift)

Pure Canadian Gaming Corp.; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Pure Canadian Gaming Corp. is seeking a Bartender to mix and serve drinks at the bar or via waitstaff for dining room customers. The role focuses on customer service, knowledge of cocktails, and adherence to liquor regulations.

You will work in a fast-paced casino environment, maintain standards, assist with opening/closing tasks, and deliver a warm guest experience while following PURE policies and bar procedures.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a fast-paced restaurant or bar environment.
• 18 years of age or older.
• AGLC Pro-Serve certification.
• A team player who is willing to learn new skills.
• Fluent in the English language.
• Have reliable means of transportation.

Responsibilities

• Check customers’ identification and confirm it meets legal drinking age requirements.
• Comply with all food and beverage regulations and PURE Policies and guidelines.
• Receive and order guests’ meals and communicate clearly to the kitchen staff of any special requirements.
• Prepare and serve alcoholic beverages following all policies and procedures.
• Follow all standardized drink recipes.
• Handle bar opening and closing inventory counts.
• Assess guests’ needs and preferences and use suggestive selling techniques.
• Interact with guests and respond knowledgeably to inquiries about menu, prices, promotions, services, and casino features.
• Complete opening, closing, and side duties such as cleaning and restocking glasses and items, cleaning stations, and cash handling.

Skills

Customer Service

Interpersonal Awareness

Team Work

Communication

Job description

The Bartender is a vital member of the customer service team. They are responsible for mixing and serves drinks to guests, either at the bar, or through waiters and waitresses who place drink orders for dining room customers.

Core Competencies

• Customer Service
• Interpersonal Awareness
• Team Work
• Communication

Job Duties

• Check customers’ identification and confirm it meets legal drinking age requirements
• Comply with all food and beverage regulations and PURE Policies and guidelines
• Receiving and order guests’ meals and communicate clearly to the kitchen staff of any special requirements
• Prepare and serve alcoholic beverages to guests following all AGLC and PURE policies and procedures
• Following all standardized drink recipes
• Handling bar opening and closing inventory counts
• Assessing bar customers’ needs and preferences and making recommendations using suggestive selling techniques to enhance the guest experience
• Interacting with guests and respond knowledgeably to inquiries about the menu, prices, promotions, specials, services, and features of the casino
• Completing various opening, closing, and side duties such as cleaning and restocking glasses and disposable items (napkins, straws, utensils, coasters), wiping down service well liquor bottles, cleaning soda and liquor guns, wiping bar tops and counters, chairs, and stools, emptying, rinsing, and sanitizing bar sink and ice well, wiping down displayed liquor bottles and pour spouts, cleaning the cash register, POS and debit terminals.
• Restocking perishable items and cutting fruits needed in the bar. Covering and storing perishable items with proper dated labels.
• Serving food and beverages to guests following proper standards and guidelines
• Following all food and beverage safety and sanitation practices
• Handling various cash, comp, debit, and credit transactions accurately and efficiently
• Making eye contact and offer a warm sincere greeting and fond farewell
• Using guests name at least once in every transaction
• Thanking the guest for visiting and ask about additional needs
• Providing support as a Food and Beverage Server when required
• Handling any additional responsibilities, in various Food and Beverage outlets, as assigned

Requirements

• Previous experience working in a fast-paced restaurant or bar environment
• 18 years of age or older
• AGLC Pro-Serve certification
• Able to maintain security clearance
• A team player who is willing to learn new skills
• Be approachable and hospitable
• Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment with a variety of customers
• Possess high standards in customer service
• Must be available to work days, evenings, and weekends
• Fluent in the English language
• Have reliable means of transportation

Work Conditions

• Must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time
• At times may have to deal with unruly or intoxicated guests
• Must be able to carry out light cleaning duties
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced working environment