Race & Sports Bar Bartender

The Mint Gaming Hall; Bowling Green (KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive health, dental, and medical benefits

Fully paid company life insurance

401K with company match

Up to $2000 in bonuses your first year

Job summary

The Mint Gaming Hall in Bowling Green is seeking a Bar Server to provide excellent food and beverage service. Responsibilities include assisting with dining functions, mixing drinks, and ensuring cleanliness in the service area.

Ideal candidates will have strong customer service skills, a high school diploma, and be at least 21 years of age. Join us for a rewarding career with competitive pay and benefits!

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Ability to pass all background checks.
• Must obtain a valid Kentucky gaming/racing license.

Responsibilities

• Assist with dining outlet functions including cleaning and delivering food.
• Mix and serve drinks according to recipes.
• Maintain knowledge of all menu items and brands.
• Ensure cleanliness of bar and dining room throughout the shift.

Skills

Customer service skills

Knowledge of food and beverage standards

Ability to upsell

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

POS system

Bar equipment

Job description

Benefits

• Competitive health, dental and medical benefits starting at $30 per week.
• Fully paid company life insurance.
• 401K with company match.
• FSA/HSA.
• Wage: $12.00/hr + TIPS.
• Weekly pay.
• Up to $2000 in bonuses your first year.

Job Responsibilities

• Assists with a variety of dining outlet functions to include bussing and cleaning of tables, delivering and presenting food and beverages to guests.
• Mix and serve drinks following specified recipes.
• Maintain complete knowledge of all food and beverage menu items, liquor brands, beer, and non-alcoholic selections available within the outlet.
• Working knowledge of designated glassware, ingredients, preparation method and garnishes of each drink.
• Maintain product inventory and supplies including all liquors, beers, wines, mixes, garnishes, glassware, ice, and miscellaneous bar supplies throughout shift.
• Maintain and orderly clean bar and dining room, including, but not limited to, bar, surface, draught area, coolers, wells, sinks, mixing materials, server area and lounge.
• Identify opportunities to upsell and influence guest’s decisions through product knowledge and enthusiasm for the sale.
• Make sure all ashtrays are clean and empty throughout entire shift.
• Ensure receipt of accurate payments, balance cash drawer during shift, and maintain security and accuracy of bank.
• Interact with guests in a friendly manner while taking food and beverage orders, including up-selling.
• Maintain assigned areas by keeping them clean and free of debris throughout the shift.
• Ensure the service area is properly set up at the beginning of the shift and close the service area at the end of the shift in accordance with Company standards.
• Maintain regular attendance at scheduled shift and staff meetings.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred.
• Internal candidates must meet the eligibility requirements as provided in the Transfer and Promotion policy.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Must be able to pass all required pre-screening and background checks.
• Ability to work a variety of shifts, including day, swing, late-night, weekend, and holiday shifts as scheduled.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid Kentucky gaming/racing license.
• Obtain alcohol certification through STAR prior to first day of employment.

The Mint Gaming Hall is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristics protected by state or federal law.