Tips-Driven Bartender at High-Energy Racing Venue

Churchill Downs; Virginia; On-site; USD 10,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Downs Group is seeking a Bartender to provide excellent guest service by preparing cocktails and beverages for guests and servers. You will take beverage orders, verify ages, and promote brands to increase sales.

You will maintain bar cleanliness, assist with inventory, handle cash with a POS, and stay compliant with health regulations. Requirements include a High School diploma, Serv-Safe certificate, and a valid racing license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–3 months related experience mixing alcoholic beverages.
• Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.
• Must obtain and maintain Serv-Safe certificate.
• Must obtain and maintain a valid racing license.

Responsibilities

• Takes beverage orders from guests and checks identification to verify age requirements.
• Promotes brands and products to increase sales.
• Prepares cocktails and beverages for guests and servers according to recipes and specifications.
• Performs set up and breakdown of bar area as well as side work and projects as needed.
• Maintains the appearance and cleanliness of the bar/work area in accordance with company and health department standards by arranging bottle displays, sweeping, wiping counter tops, removing trash, etc.
• Assists with inventory control, stocking, and proper rotation of product.
• Performs responsible alcohol service with regards to guest limitations.
• Completes monetary transaction using a point-of-sale system by maintaining cash drawer, accepting cash or card for payment, returning correct change, etc.
• Maintains knowledge of all menu items and prices as well as related regulations for drink preparation and storage.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Guest service

Attention to detail

Cash handling

Work under pressure

Sanitation knowledge

Bar equipment knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Serv-Safe certificate

Racing license

Job description

Colonial Downs Group is seeking a Bartender to provide excellent guest service by preparing cocktails and beverages for guests and servers. You will take beverage orders, verify ages, and promote brands to increase sales.

You will maintain bar cleanliness, assist with inventory, handle cash with a POS, and stay compliant with health regulations. Requirements include a High School diploma, Serv-Safe certificate, and a valid racing license.