Bartender (Service Bar) - Bossier City

Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana; Bossier City (LA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana in Bossier City is seeking a Service Bar Bartender dedicated to high-volume beverage service. You will expertly prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, manage cash transactions, and maintain bar stock with precision.

You will be responsible for upholding ABO standards, ensuring guest satisfaction, and adhering to gaming and health regulations in a dynamic casino environment. A high school diploma and mixology knowledge are preferred.

Qualifications

• Upsell beverage and menu items to guests.
• Accurately handle cash transactions and reconcile sales.
• English reading/writing for order taking and instructions.
• Perform basic arithmetic for correctness of transactions.
• Engage guests to enhance their experience.
• Demonstrate responsible service of alcohol and handle intoxication safely.
• Coordinate with other departments and team members.

Responsibilities

• Set up bars for service and maintain clean, stocked work areas.
• Handle all cash transactions and ensure accurate balances.
• Open and close inventories of stock and supplies.
• Take orders from guests and servers, serve accurately and promptly.
• Keep bar area clean and organized at all times.
• Monitor stock levels and coordinate with management on replenishment.
• Direct and supervise bar back staff as needed.
• Know guest limitations and follow company policies on service.
• Ensure guests have a positive gaming and bar experience.
• Maintain grooming and appearance standards as required.
• Know liquor, wine, beer, and bar operations; comply with laws and health regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Upselling

Cash handling

English proficiency

Math skills

Guest entertaining

Dealing with intoxication

Communication with staff

Education

ABO certification

High school diploma or GED

Mixology training

Job description

External Job Title

Bartender (Service Bar) - Bossier City

Overview

Why We Need Your Talents:

At Live! we pride ourselves in our exceptional people. Our Team Members are the foundation of our success and truly the most valuable part of the Live! brand

The Service Bartender is responsible and accountable for all aspects of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages sales and service at bar outlets throughout the casino. Ensure consistent quality of products. Prepares and serves beverages with a sense of quality and a flare unparalleled in the local market to enhance the experience of the guest during their visit with Live! Casino and Hotel.

Responsibilities

Where You'll Make an Impact:

• Responsible for setting up bars
• Responsible for handling all cash transactions.
• Responsible for all opening and closing inventories of all stock.
• Responsible to take orders from guests and servers and serving the orders accurately and in a timely manner.
• Keep area in a clean and orderly manner.
• Monitor supply levels and assess stocking needs.
• Direct and observe bar back staff
• Responsible to have knowledge of guests limitations and company policy and procedure regarding limitations.
• Ensure guests receive a favorable gaming experience.
• Consistently maintain appearance standards, as established.
• Knowledge of alcoholic beverages, liquors, wines, beers and ales; portray an “ask me” image with knowledge.
• Knowledge of all bar equipment, Easy Bar System, ABC laws and regulations and gaming laws; knowledge of bar operations
• Knowledge of sanitation and health department regulations for safe handling of alcohol.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills to Help You Succeed:

• Ability to “upsell” and recommend products to guests.
• Ability to perform, addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
• Ability to speak, read, write and understand basic instructions in English.
• Ability to make change from sales; reconcile and balance sales at the conclusion of the shift.
• Demonstrate ability to entertain bar guests within socially-appropriate standards.
• Able to effectively handle situations that may arise due to intoxication.
• Ability to communicate with all departments and other team members

Qualifications

Must-Haves:

• Bossier City Alcohol Beverage Operator (ABO) certification before the first day of work.
• Education: A high school diploma or GED equivalent is preferred. Completion of professional bartending training desired. Mixology training a plus.
• Experience: Minimum of six (6) months to one (1) year experience as a bartender in a high volume operation
• You will be exposed to an alcohol and smoking environment and must be able to work in such environment.
• Must have the ability to secure and maintain licensure as required by Louisiana Gaming Control Board or any other applicable regulatory entity as may be required to perform assigned duties, or as required by Live’s operating standards.