Bartender - Casino Service

200_Mohegan_Sun Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority - Mohegan Sun; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

200_Mohegan_Sun Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority - Mohegan Sun is looking for a bartender responsible for preparing various beverages according to established standards. The role requires strong communication skills and proficiency in customer service.

Ideal candidates must have previous bartending experience and comprehensive knowledge of liquor laws. Responsibilities include maintaining a clean bar environment, fulfilling drink orders, and interacting positively with guests.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate strong communication skills.
• Handle spirits, beers, and wines effectively.
• Understand health and sanitation guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages for guests.
• Maintain sanitation and safety standards.
• Interact with customers in a professional manner.

Skills

Good written and verbal communication skills

Intermediate knowledge of spirits, beers, wines

Knowledge of state liquor laws

Ability to maintain cleanliness of the bar

Proficiency in the call order system

Education

Previous bartending experience

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

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, and refusal of service.

Training Requirements

Outlet–specific standard operating procedures, SMART alcohol awareness, and 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.

General Information

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.

EEO Statement

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.