Mixologist - Alder & Birch - On Call

Boyd Gaming; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Boyd Gaming is seeking a Beverage Specialist to deliver high-volume bar service in a fast-paced casino setting in Las Vegas. The role requires crafting cocktails to exact specifications, upselling food and beverages, and maintaining a clean, organized bar while adhering to alcohol awareness laws.

Ideal candidates have at least 6 months of bartending experience in high-volume environments, excellent customer service, and the ability to stand for long shifts.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• 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, wine and craft beer knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve cocktails with accuracy and showmanship.
• Uphold cash handling policies for bar checks.
• Maintain a clean, organized bar and stock as directed.
• Provide food and beverage recommendations to guests to enhance experience.
• Follow alcohol awareness laws and safety procedures.

Skills

Cocktail knowledge

Customer service

Communication skills

High-volume bartending

Scripted dialogue recall

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Frozen beverage machine

Ice machine

Bar equipment

Job description

Boyd Gaming Corporation has been successful in gaming jurisdiction in which we operate in the United States and is one of the premier casino entertainment companies in the United States. Never content to rest upon our successes, we will continue to evolve and retain a position of leadership in our industry. Our past success, our current business philosophies and our sound business planning, combine to position Boyd Gaming Corporation to maximize value for our shareholders, our team members and our communities.

Thorough knowledge of mixology. Recognize and correctly make a variety of beverages, adhere to recipes and specified measured pouring portions with appropriate garnish, accurate pricing, use of proper glassware and proper wine service. Knowledge of operation and cleaning of various equipment, including but not limited to frozen beverage machine, dishwasher, ice machine, pouring gun, and other related beverage equipment.

• 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

• 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
• Must have excellent customer service and communication skills
• Extensive cocktail recipe knowledge
• Extensive wine and craft beer knowledge
• Must be able to stand and walk for duration of shift
• Must be able to lift, carry, and maneuver up to 25 pounds
• Must be able to obtain/maintain any necessary licenses and/or certifications

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Boyd Gaming is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.