Bartender - Banquets

Mohegan Sun; Connecticut; Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Mohegan Sun in Connecticut is seeking a bartender to prepare alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages for guests and Beverage Servers in line with department policies and service steps.

You will fill drink orders, operate a POS terminal, and ensure compliance with state liquor laws while upselling and maintaining a clean, safe bar area throughout shifts.

Qualifications

• Prior bartending experience required.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Knowledge of spirits, beers, wines and service techniques.
• Knowledge of state liquor laws, ID procedures, and refusal of service.
• Ability to maintain a clean, well-stocked bar.

Responsibilities

• Fills drink orders per the Beverage department’s recipes and standards.
• Uses point of sale terminal and completes other cashiering functions.
• Monitors intoxication levels and applies responsible service procedures.
• Actively up-sells products and uses endorsements at service opportunities.
• Sets up and breaks down assigned bar per procedures.
• Maintains sanitation and safety standards in the work area.

Skills

Customer service

Spirits & beverages knowledge

Ice handling

Health & sanitation

Communication

Upselling

Education

Previous bartending experience

Tools

POS system

Job description

Position Summary:

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.

Primary Duties and 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

Secondary Duties and Responsibilities:

• 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

Minimum Education and Qualifications:

Previous bartending experience

Competencies:

• 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 Requirements:

• 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

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, requirements or working conditions associated with this job. Mohegan Sun reserves the right to make changes to the above job description whenever necessary.

Work Shift:

Regular Knock, knock. Hear that sound? That's opportunity! .

Mohegan Sun practices Native American Preference in hiring. "Native American" means an individual who is a duly enrolled member of the Mohegan Tribe or any group of Native Americans recognized by the Mohegan Tribe, The United States of America, or the State of Connecticut.

What began in 1996 as a gaming destination in southeastern Connecticut with a handful of Team Members has expanded into a premier entertainment enterprise with over 10,000 team members across the globe. What drives our success is the centuries-old philosophy of the Mohegan Tribe “The Spirit of Aquai”. Its principles of welcoming, mutual respect, cooperation and building relationships have shaped our culture, and serve as the foundation that we live by with every guest and team member interaction today, and for generations to come.