Bartender - BBP

Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority - Mohegan Sun; Mohegan (CT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Mohegan Sun in Connecticut seeks an experienced bartender to prepare alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages for guests and Beverage Servers, following department policies and steps of service. You will professionally handle drink preparation, cashing out, and upselling endorsements at every opportunity.

You will set up and break down the bar, maintain sanitation, monitor inventory, and apply knowledge of state liquor laws to ensure compliant service while delivering a welcoming guest experience

Qualifications

• Minimum bartending experience.
• Knowledge of state liquor laws and responsible service.
• Ability to upsell and use endorsements during service.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with the POS system and cash handling.

Responsibilities

• Fills drink orders per recipes and standards.
• Uses POS terminal and completes cashiering functions.
• Upsells products and endorsements at service opportunities.
• Sets up and breaks down assigned bar per procedures.
• Maintains sanitation and safety standards at the bar.

Skills

Bartending experience

POS/cashier system

Liquor laws knowledge

Upselling skills

Communication skills

Tools

Point of sale system

Job description

JOIN OUR TEAM AND EXPERIENCE ENDLESS CAREER POSSIBILITIESIF YOU ARE AN EXISTING TEAM MEMBER, PLEASE CLICK THE FOLLOWING LINK TO BE TAKEN TO THE INTERNAL CAREER SITE: MOHEGAN INTERNAL CAREER SITEPosition 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: includes but not limited to:• 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 areasSecondary 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 needsMinimum Education and Qualifications:• Previous bartending experienceCompetencies: Incumbent will master the following competencies while in this position:• 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 proceduresTraining Requirements:• Outlet –specific standard operating procedures• SMART alcohol awareness• Point of sale system trainingPhysical 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 hoursThis 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:RegularKnock, 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.