Bartender Vice Versa Bar - Vdara

MGM Resorts; Nevada; On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness programs

Discounts on hotel & dining

Free meals

Free parking

Health & income protection

Development opportunities

Job summary

MGM Resorts is seeking a Bartender at Vdara in Las Vegas to craft cocktails, beer, wine and non-alcoholic drinks with strong product knowledge and guest interaction. The starting rate is $17.35 per hour, and candidates must be 21+ with the ability to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities include maintaining a clean bar, handling cash, and providing training to junior staff while delivering an elevated guest experience in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in a bar or similar environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Make and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks according to recipes.
• Maintain bar cleanliness and sanitation; ensure equipment is in good working order.
• Know menu items and liquor brands; assist with inventory and stock control.
• Record cash handling, prepare daily reports, and complete required paperwork.
• Provide training and mentoring to Apprentice Bartender and Bar Porter.
• Resolve guest complaints within authority; escalate to management when needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

Guest interaction

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Las Vegas, Nevada

The SHOW comes alive at MGM Resorts International

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to work in a place full of excitement, diversity, and entertainment? Are you enthusiastic about being a team player in one of the most fascinating industries in the world? At MGM Resorts, we seek individuals like YOU to create unique and show-stopping experiences for our guests.

THE JOB:

As a Bartender at Vdara, you will create a polished and personalized beverage experience through strong product knowledge, attentive service, and thoughtful guest interaction. You will prepare and serve cocktails, beer, wine, and non-alcoholic selections while maintaining a clean, organized, and inviting bar. Your hospitality, attention to detail, and ability to anticipate guest needs will help deliver the elevated experience Vdara is known for.

THE STARTING RATE: $17.35

THE DAY-TO-DAY:

• Make and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, proportioning ingredients according to standardized recipes and provide food service as needed
• Clean equipment, tools, and supplies and ensure equipment is in good working order; including, cleanliness, sanitation and appearance of the bar
• Knowledgeable of menu items, liquor brands, beers and non-alcoholic selections available
• Ring poured or served beverages, collect payment, and follow all cash handling and variance procedures, including preparing daily reports and submitting appropriate paperwork
• Provide Apprentice Bartender and Bar Porter with training and mentoring on overall function of the bar, guest service and bartending
• Maintain bar inventory according to set pars and internal controls, and request product to maintain stock in bar
• Resolve guest complaints within scope of authority; otherwise refer the matter to management, notify supervisor and/or Security of all unusual events, circumstances, missing items, or alleged theft
• Perform other job-related duties as requested

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:

• Is 21+ years of age
• Work varied shifts, to include weekends and holidays.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two (2) years of experience in a bar or similar environment. Preferred

THE PERKS & BENEFITS:

• Wellness incentive programs to help you stay healthy physically and mentally
• Access to company hotel, food and beverage, retail, and entertainment discounts as well as discounts with company partners on things like travel, electronics, online shopping, and more
• Free meals in our employee dining room
• Free parking on and off shift
• Health & Income Protection benefits (for eligible employees)
• Professional and personal development through programs and networking opportunities as well as volunteer opportunities in the community