Overview
We’re always looking for talent that believes in having fun. At PENN Entertainment, you’ll get to be a part of an exciting industry, where the days and nights are fast paced. You’ll work with an incredibly diverse set of coworkers driven by their enthusiasm for helping people find and have more fun. You’ll also get to work at a company that cares about your career growth and will help you get the support you need to expand your possibilities.
Initial placement within the salary range is based on an individual's relevant knowledge, skills, and experience. Base salary is just one component of our competitive Total Rewards package, which includes wellness programs designed to support our team members' financial, physical, and mental well-being.Specific benefits—such as day-one medical coverage, 401(k) matching, and annual performance bonus—mayvaryby position.Paid time off is earned according to the local policy and increases with the length of employment.
Responsibilities
- Greeting guests warmly and deliver attentive, personalized service throughout the lounge.
- Take and deliver beverage, food, cigar-related, and retail-related orders as applicable using approved service standards.
- Guide guests through premium cigars, spirits, wine, beer, cocktails, food offerings, and pairing recommendations within the associate’s training level.
- Recommend cigar-friendly beverages and premium upgrades in a professional, consultative manner.
- Maintain current knowledge of the menu, daily features, cigar selection, events, membership/locker offerings, and lounge standards.
- Process transactions accurately using the POS system and handle cash, credit, comps, voids, and tabs according to property policy.
- Monitor guest consumption and comply with responsible alcohol service standards, TIPS requirements, MLCC regulations, and casino policies.
- Maintain clean, organized, fully stocked service stations and guest areas during the shift.
- Work collaboratively with bartenders, hosts, management, cigar lounge team members, runners, and casino personnel.
- Participate in ongoing product education and demonstrate confidence when discussing cigars, beverages, and guest-experience offerings.
Requirements
- Minimum 1–2 years of high-volume service experience; upscale lounge, fine dining, private club, luxury hotel, or nightclub experience preferred.
- Working knowledge of cocktails, spirits, wine, beer, and premium hospitality service standards.
- Willingness and ability to learn premium cigar basics, pairings, and lounge product knowledge.
- Excellent communication skills and polished, professional appearance.
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods in a cigar lounge environment.
- Ability to work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) license.
- Ability to follow verbal and written direction clearly.
- Must meet all Michigan gaming regulatory, union membership, and property employment requirements.
- Must be at least 21 years of age.