Bartender - Banquets

Mystic Lake Casino Hotel; Prior Lake (MN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Flexible schedule

Career advancement opportunities

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life and disability insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Mystic Lake Casino Hotel is seeking a banquet bartender to create memorable experiences, serving beverages and meals to guests at Mystic Lake Center. You will handle drink orders, process charges via the POS, and maintain an inviting bar area with proper stock and cleanliness.

The role emphasizes guest service, alcohol awareness, and adherence to safety rules, with opportunities for schedule flexibility and career advancement within the casino resort.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• One year of bartending experience or bartending education.
• Ability to work a varying schedule.
• Knowledge of point of sale systems a plus.
• Demonstrate knowledge of Alcohol Awareness rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Take guest drink orders and serve drinks per approved recipes.
• Stock and set up bar before opening; prep garnishes.
• Maintain bar area and equipment; lock up per procedures.
• Assist Bar Back or kitchen staff with glassware and supplies.
• Ensure responsible alcohol service and check IDs.
• Interact with guests to provide casino information and resolve issues.

Skills

Bartending experience

Alcohol awareness

Customer service

Education

Bartending education

Job description

Do you enjoy talking with new people? Come join our premier casino resort and entertainment destination as a banquet bartender! Working with us you will bartend to create memorable experiences serving food and beverages to guests at Mystic Lake Center. Enjoy weekly pay, flexible schedule, and career advancement opportunities.
Job Overview: Applies high guest service standards. Responsible for preparing and serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, collecting cash or tabulating drinks served, maintaining proper stock levels at bar and ensure cleanliness of work area.
Illuminate Your Future: What You'll Do:

• Takes guest drink orders, prepares and serves drinks according to recipes and procedures approved by Management. Operates P.O.S. system to process F&B charges. Handles cash, checks, currency, credit cards, gift certificates, complimentaries, and tips. Operates credit card validation (automated and manual) equipment.
• Sets up and stocks the bar prior to opening. Prepares garnishes and requests supplies as needed.
• Maintains and cleans bar area and equipment and locks up according to prescribed procedures.
• Assists Bar Back or dish/kitchen staff in maintaining & organizing glassware and bar supplies.
• Observe all responsible alcohol service guidelines. Prohibit the sale of any alcoholic beverage to any underage or intoxicated guests per established procedures.
• Interacts with guests to ensure exceptional guest service and resolution of guest complaints.
• Answers guests’ questions and provides casino information.

Job Requirements: Reflects MINIMUM EDUCATION, TRAINING, CERTIFICATION and EXPERIENCE required in order to meet the expectations of this job:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Any combination of bartending experience and/or bartending education to equal one year; or internal team member with successful completion of bartending training period.
• Ability to work a varying schedule.
• Knowledge of point of sales systems a plus.
• Demonstrate knowledge of Alcohol Awareness rules and regulations.

Outstanding Benefits & Awesome Perks: Enjoy competitive weekly pay, outstanding benefits and advancement opportunities. Generous benefits include medical, dental, life and disability insurance, onsite medical clinics and pharmacy, 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off, wellness programs and more. Plus, take advantage of perks like discounts on childcare, fuel, bus passes and fitness membership, free uniforms, free uniform cleaning and tuition reimbursement.
Who We Are: We're not just in the business of entertainment; we're in the business of crafting unforgettable experiences. We believe in the power of possibility, to unite and uplift, rallying around every triumph, big and small. At Mystic Lake and Little Six, every moment is a chance to be the experience.
Different backgrounds, different strengths, and different passions, we value the diversity that everyone brings to the table. Our values are a direct reflection of the diverse communities that we proudly serve, represent, and invest in. We invite you to the place to learn, grow, thrive and lead. Let's create moments that matter, celebrate diversity, and build a brighter future for all.
Be the Experience. Be Bold. Be Mystic.