Craft Cocktail Specialist - High-Volume Bar & Experience

The Orleans Hotel & Casino; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Boyd Gaming Corporation in Las Vegas is seeking a Beverage Specialist to expertly craft cocktails, maintain a fast-paced bar, and deliver exceptional guest service in a high-volume setting. You will demonstrate deep knowledge of mixology and wine to ensure premium beverage quality.

Responsibilities include following recipes and portion guides, upselling food and beverages, maintaining bar cleanliness, stocking supplies, and collaborating with dining staff to create memorable experiences.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of six (6) months experience bartending in a high volume front bar, service bar, and/or fine dining environment.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Extensive cocktail recipe knowledge.
• Extensive wine and craft beer knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Complete knowledge of all food and beverage menu items and daily specials.
• Understand and meet sequence requirements for the Beverage Specialist position as well as all requirements for the Lounge Serving Team.
• Knowledgeable and ability to provide food service at the same high level as the dining room staff.
• Comply with and enforce alcohol awareness laws and procedures.
• Maintain a clean and organized bar at all times.
• Side work, cleaning, and stocking duties must be completed as assigned and also completed in an efficient, accurate, and timely manner.
• Ability to build and create craft cocktails to exact specifications and demonstrates showmanship in the creation of these beverages.
• Knowledge of garnishes.
• Ability to create complex garnishes and properly utilize these in drink presentations.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Able to memorize and repeat back scripted dialogue.
• Ability to describe and upsell food and beverages to enhance the guest drinking and dining experience.
• Provide cash settlement of bar checks following all cash handling policies and procedures.
• Performs all relative miscellaneous duties as directed by supervisor/manager

Skills

Mixology

Craft cocktails

Customer service

Communication skills

Upselling

Cash handling

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Boyd Gaming Corporation in Las Vegas is seeking a Beverage Specialist to expertly craft cocktails, maintain a fast-paced bar, and deliver exceptional guest service in a high-volume setting. You will demonstrate deep knowledge of mixology and wine to ensure premium beverage quality.

Responsibilities include following recipes and portion guides, upselling food and beverages, maintaining bar cleanliness, stocking supplies, and collaborating with dining staff to create memorable experiences.