Cocktail Server, Swing - PT

Cherokee Nation Businesses; Mississippi; On-site; USD 12,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Cherokee Nation Businesses is seeking a friendly Cocktail Server for Gold Strike Casino in Mississippi. You will deliver cocktails and meals, take orders, and provide attentive guest service in a fast-paced casino environment.

The swing shift, part-time position requires knowledge of menu items, willingness to work weekends and holidays, and strong customer service skills. Prior restaurant or resort experience is preferred, with an emphasis on accuracy and hospitality.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Six (6) months of experience as a cocktail and/or food server in a similar environment.
• Experience working in a similar resort setting, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Take orders and serve food and drinks efficiently and accurately.
• Place orders, garnish, and serve cocktails to guests.
• Maintain knowledge of menu items, liquor brands, beers, and non-alcoholic selections.
• Respond to guest inquiries with knowledge of hotel services and local attractions.
• Perform opening/closing duties and maintain station cleanliness.
• Resolve guest complaints and refer to management when needed.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

PRIMARY PURPOSE:
As a Cocktail Server, you will be responsible for excellent customer service by delivering food and alcoholic beverages throughout the casino ensuring an exceptional guest experience.

Position: Swing Shift Hourly, Part-Time
Location: Gold Strike Casino

Responsibilities

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Take orders and serve food and drinks efficiently and accurately in the work area as applicable.
• Place orders, garnish, and serve cocktails to guests.
• Maintain complete knowledge of menu items, liquor brands, beers, and non-alcoholic selections available.
• Knowledge of hotel services, features, local attractions, and activities to respond to guest inquiries accurately.
• Perform opening and closing duties based upon shift assignment including folding/stacking cocktail napkins, stock swizzle sticks, straws, matches, line cocktail trays, stock glassware, restock supply cabinet, inspect the cleanliness and condition of assigned station and service areas; rectify any deficiencies.
• Resolve guest complaints within the scope of authority; otherwise, refer the matter to management, and/or notify the supervisor and/or Security of all unusual events, circumstances, missing items, or alleged theft.
• Perform other job‑related duties as requested.

Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Six (6) months of experience as a cocktail and/or food server in a similar environment.
• Experience working in a similar resort setting, preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of beverages on the menu, including characteristics of wine and champagne by the glass, major wines, liquor brands, beer, non‑alcoholic beverages, designated glassware, terminology, and garnishes.
• Highly motivated and energetic personality.
• Able to take initiative and exhibit flexibility.
• Excellent customer service skills as well as interpersonal skills to deal effectively with all business contacts.
• Able to lead and mentor a team.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

This position may require strenuous physical activities and exposure to pipe, cigar, and/or cigarette smoking. An ability to work a flexible schedule, including extended hours, weekends, and holidays may also be required.

*This is not intended to include every duty or responsibility of the job nor is it intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do this job.

Job Info

• Job Identification 32268
• Job Category Food and Beverage
• Posting Date 11/04/2026, 05:33 PM
• Job Schedule Part time
• Locations Gold Strike Casino (MS) (On-site)