Casino Bar Bartender – Fast-Paced Service & Growth

PENN Entertainment, Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

PENN Entertainment, Inc. in Columbus, OH is seeking an energetic bartender to join our fast-paced team. You will prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, interact with guests, and help ensure smooth service during busy hours.

A minimum of six months of beverage experience is preferred; you must be 21+ and ready to uphold high standards of service and compliance. Benefits and scheduling vary by position.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of six months of bartending or beverage service experience preferred.
• Knowledge of cocktail ingredients, mixing techniques, proper pouring methods, and beverage presentation.
• Ability to count money, make change, and handle transactions.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English clearly.
• Flexibility to work nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as business needs require.
• Must meet professional appearance and grooming standards.
• Ability to respond quickly to visual and verbal cues and maintain focus in a high-volume service environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and pours alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to approved recipes, portion standards, and presentation guidelines.
• Provides timely, professional beverage service to guests and beverage servers, maintaining efficiency during high-volume periods.
• Monitors guest alcohol consumption and intervenes appropriately in accordance with responsible beverage service guidelines and regulations.
• Operates POS systems accurately, processes cash, credit, and comp transactions, and maintains strict adherence to financial controls.
• Maintains a clean, organized, and fully stocked bar station, including setup, operation, and breakdown in accordance with health and safety standards.
• Ensures all garnishes, glassware, ingredients, and equipment meet brand, culinary, and sanitation standards.
• Promotes casino events, programs, and amenities while providing personalized service and resolving service issues professionally.
• Adheres to all casino, state, and local alcohol service laws, gaming regulations, ID verification procedures, and responsible service protocols.
• Operates, cleans, and maintains bar equipment and utensils safely and properly.
• Removes debris, cleans bar surfaces, sinks, and floors, and disposes of waste according to department procedures.
• Supports special events, portable bar operations, and additional beverage service needs as assigned.
• Serves as a positive brand ambassador, demonstrating professionalism and representing the property appropriately at all times.

Skills

Guest service

Communication

Interpersonal skills

English proficiency

POS systems

Education

High school diploma

Tools

POS systems

Job description

PENN Entertainment, Inc. in Columbus, OH is seeking an energetic bartender to join our fast-paced team. You will prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, interact with guests, and help ensure smooth service during busy hours.

A minimum of six months of beverage experience is preferred; you must be 21+ and ready to uphold high standards of service and compliance. Benefits and scheduling vary by position.