Cocktail Server

Cherokee Nation Businesses; Claremore (OK); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Cherokee Nation Entertainment at Will Rogers Downs in Oklahoma is seeking an entry-level Food & Beverage team member to ensure high-quality service in a lively casino setting. The role requires being on your feet for long periods, frequent bending and lifting up to 50 lbs, and working varied shifts including weekends and holidays.

You'll handle guest transactions and maintain cleanliness at your station. Alcohol safety, age verification, and food handling training are required; eligible

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to obtain a food handler’s card.
• Ability to successfully complete all required alcohol awareness training.
• Ability to obtain a state-issued alcoholic beverage license.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that high-quality food and beverages are served to guests at all times.
• Follow all alcohol safety standards, including checking IDs to verify the minimum drinking age.
• Provide excellent guest service to both external and internal guests.
• Maintain cleanliness standards for your assigned station and shared work areas.
• Handle financial transactions and process guest payments accurately.
• Promote a fun, friendly, quick, comfortable, clean, and safe environment.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

This is an entry-level position that involves working in a dynamic casino environment. The work requires being on your feet for long periods and includes frequent bending, kneeling, and lifting objects up to 50 lbs. The environment may include exposure to second-hand smoke and crowd noise. The successful candidate will be expected to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that high-quality food and beverages are served to guests at all times.
• Follow all alcohol safety standards, including checking IDs to verify the minimum drinking age.
• Provide excellent guest service to both external and internal guests.
• Maintain cleanliness standards for your assigned station and shared work areas.
• Handle financial transactions and process guest payments accurately.
• Promote a fun, friendly, quick, comfortable, clean, and safe environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED), or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to obtain a food handler’s card.
• Ability to successfully complete all required alcohol awareness training.
• Ability to obtain a state-issued alcoholic beverage license.

About Us

For more than two decades, Cherokee Casino has been Oklahoma’s premier destination for gaming, live entertainment and extraordinary experiences. The brand currently owns and operates nine properties across Northeastern Oklahoma. Each features its own unique offerings yet all share in Cherokee Casino's commitment to quality.

Guests can enjoy slots and table games, multiple hotels, a delicious array of dining options, live entertainment from local and national acts, horse racing, golf, a KOA campground, meeting and event space, and monthly promotions. Cherokee Casino also offers players impressive perks and benefits through One Star Rewards. As the brand continues to expand its offerings and footprint, Cherokee Casino remains dedicated to the well-being of the Cherokee Nation and the communities that it calls home.

Here's what awaits you:

Health & Wellness: Choose from top-notch health plans, 24/7 Telemedicine access , and on-site health clinics (at select locations).

Financial Security: Grow your future with a generous 401(k) match and paid vacation, sick time, bereavement, and holidays.

Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible spending accounts , maternity/ paternity leave , and voluntary benefits for added peace of mind.

And More: Earn incentives based on performance, refer friends and get rewarded, and enjoy discounts and holiday appreciation gifts .

About the Team

Immerse Yourself in World-Class Hospitality with Cherokee Nation Entertainment

Thrill, excitement, and entertainment await at Cherokee Nation Entertainment, one of the largest and most successful tribal businesses in the country . As the gaming and hospitality business of the Cherokee Nation, CNE owns and operate a diverse portfolio of leading brands, including Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa, nine Cherokee Casinos across Northeastern Oklahoma, and Gold Strike Casino Resort in Tunica, Miss.

Step into a world of possibilities:

Gain experience delivering exhilarating gaming across electronic games, table games, and poker rooms .

Help deliver legendary live entertainment from national and local acts at iconic venues like Hard Rock Live.

Master your culinary craft at our diverse restaurants, from casual to upscale dining. Deliver smiles and unforgettable experiences, becoming a master of guest service and table-side magic.

Help guests unwind in luxurious hotel accommodations and world-class amenities like pools, cabanas, and golf courses.

More than just entertainment, we are committed to the well-being of the Cherokee Nation and the communities that it calls home . We offer exceptional career opportunities with competitive benefits and a chance to be part of something truly special.

Company:Cherokee Nation Entertainment

Job Info

• Job Identification 32147
• Job Category Food and Beverage
• Posting Date 10/20/2026, 06:30 PM
• Apply Before 10/23/2026, 05:00 AM
• Degree Level High School Graduate
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations Will Rogers Downs (OK) (On-site)