Bartender - Casino Bar

Bally's; Biloxi (MS); On-site; USD 34,385,000 - 49,594,000; Full time

Job summary

Bally's Biloxi is seeking a bartender to join our casino beverage team. You will prepare and pour drinks, greet guests, and deliver fast, friendly service in a high-energy environment.

Responsibilities include operating a POS system, handling cash accurately, maintaining a clean workstation, and ensuring responsible beverage service while engaging guests with personalized attention.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age.
• Must read, write, and speak English.
• Two to three years of bartender experience preferred.
• Must be willing to work nights, weekends, holidays and overtime.
• Must be able to count money and make change.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and pours drink orders with proper portions and ingredients according to recipe.
• Operates a cash register/POS System, ringing proper amount and giving correct change.
• Provides fast, friendly, and professional service with personalized attention.
• Maintains a clean and stocked workstation following health and safety guidelines.
• Adheres to responsible beverage service and communicates with guests about alcohol rules.

Skills

Cash handling

Customer service

Communication skills

English proficiency

Mathematical skills

Teamwork

Education

High School or better

Tools

POS System

Job description

• Maintains a 2 minute or less production cycle for a 20-drink tray or a 2-minute cycle (2 drinks a minute) for a cash bar.
• Prepares and pours drink orders with proper portions and ingredients according to recipe, communicates with beverage servers, and presents drinks to guests or servers as required.
• Operates a cash register/POS System, ringing proper amount into the register and giving the guest or server the correct change; accounts for all cash, charge and complimentary sales according to established procedure; maintains integrity of all financial controls and responsibilities.
• Provides fast, friendly, and professional service.
• Provides personalized service and uses guest’s name.
• Orders and requisitions liquors and supplies.
• Arranges bottles and glasses to make attractive display.
• Slices and pits fruit for garnishing drinks.
• Replenishes bar snacks such as chips, pretzels and nuts.
• Maintains a clean and stocked workstation in accordance with established health and safety guidelines.
• Operates and maintains all equipment and utensils as required in accordance with established guidelines and safety procedures.
• Adheres to department and property policies and procedures.
• Maintains knowledge of property information, including memorabilia.
• Follows alcohol awareness procedures regarding company’s responsible beverage service.
• Serves as ambassador of goodwill while working and at guest and public relations functions.
• Promotes casino events and programs.
• Monitors guest consumption of alcohol and intervenes as needed according to guidelines.
• Requests ID from customers when legal age is questionable.
• Works well with others, especially beverage servers, bartenders, bar backs, beverage supervisor, and slots supervisor.
• Resolves service problems according to guidelines.
• Must be 21 years of age.
• Must be able to read, write legibly, understand and speak English.
• Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively with all Hard Rockers and guests
• Must be able to count money and change correctly.
• Knows cocktail ingredients and proper mixing and pouring techniques.
• Available to work required schedule, which may include nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.
• Must have basic mathematical skills. Must be able to add, subtract, multiply and divide.
• Must meet professional appearance standards as prescribed by Company policy.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions.
• Must project a positive image.
• High energy level.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to deal with people in a manner that shows sensitivity, tact, and professionalism.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively with all Hard Rockers and guests.
• Must be able to pass serving alcohol responsibly class and be knowledgeable of A.B.C laws. Also be knowledgeable with regulations related to alcohol gaming.
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule, including holidays and weekends.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications

Education

Preferred

High School or better.

Experience

Preferred

Minimum of two to three years of previous experience as bartender in a comparable establishment or casino outlet.

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