Mixologist- Vip Bar - Full Time

Boyd Gaming Corporation; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Boyd Gaming Corporation seeks a Beverage Specialist in a casino lounge setting to expertly craft cocktails, suggest wine and beer pairings, and uphold high service standards. You will manage bar operations, follow recipes, and maintain a clean, efficient workspace.

The role requires knowledge of beverage menus, strong customer service, and the ability to upsell food and drinks while adhering to alcohol laws and safety procedures.

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.
• Must have 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.
• 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

Cocktail knowledge

Wine knowledge

Beer knowledge

Customer service

Communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

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.

Job Description

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
• 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

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
• 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

Additional Information

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.