Apprentice Bartender Barback

Cherokee Nation Entertainment; Mississippi; On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Cherokee Nation Entertainment is seeking an Apprentice Bartender to assist in a fast-paced bar environment at the Gold Strike Casino. Responsibilities include preparing drinks, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring exceptional customer service. Ideal candidates will have prior bartending experience and a strong understanding of beverage preparation and handling.

Qualifications

• One (1) year of experience as an apprentice bartender.
• Money handling experience.
• Able to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assist the bartender with the preparation of drinks, mixes, and garnishes.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the bar area.
• Promote and maintain highest level of service to all guests.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Customer Service

Knowledge of menu items

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Point of Sale (POS) systems

Job description

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

As an Apprentice Bartender (Barback), you will be responsible for assisting the bartender and maintaining the appearance of the bar.

Position Status: Full-Time
Location: Gold Strike Casino

Qualifications - Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One (1) year of experience as an apprentice bartender.
• Money handling experience.
• Work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to multi-task and work well in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Knowledge of menu items, including mixing and serving beverages, standard recipes, preparation methods, glassware, garnishes, products, supplies, and equipment.
• Knowledge of health, safety, and sanitation regulations.
• Knowledge of computers and Point of Sale (POS) systems.
• Able to communicate effectively in English, both written and verbal.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.

Working Conditions:

• Able to lift, push, pull, or carry objects up to 50 lbs.
• Able to bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with the body, arms, or legs to perform tasks.

*This is not intended to include every duty or responsibility of the job nor to be an all-inclusive list of skills and abilities required to do this job.

This position may require strenuous physical activities and exposure to pipe, cigar, and/or cigarette smoking. Ability to work a flexible schedule, including extended hours, weekends, and holidays, may also be required.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist the bartender with the preparation of drinks, mixes, and garnishes.
• Maintain the cleanliness, sanitation, and appearance of the bar area.
• Maintain sufficient stock of all items and products in designated work areas.
• Ensure proper setup, labeling, stocking, and delivery of alcohol and non-alcoholic beverages, supplies, glasses, paper products, garnishes, and ice.
• Clean equipment, tools, and supplies; polish glassware; ensure equipment is in working order.
• Perform opening and closing duties based on shift assignments.
• Promote and maintain the highest level of service to all guests, staying alert to their needs and responding effectively to inquiries.
• Resolve guest complaints within the scope of authority; otherwise, refer the matter to management, and notify the supervisor and/or security of all unusual events, circumstances, missing items, or alleged theft.
• Perform other job-related duties as requested.