APPRENTICE BARTENDER - OSCARS

Plaza Hotel And Casino • Las Vegas, NV

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About The Position

The Bar Apprentice at Oscar's Plaza Hotel & Casino is responsible for providing excellent service to guests at the bar, maintaining cleanliness and stock levels, and assisting bartenders with various tasks. This role requires a focus on customer service, teamwork, and adherence to health and safety regulations while ensuring a welcoming atmosphere for guests.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of previous Apprentice Bartending experience
• 1 year of customer service experience
• Working knowledge of spirits, wine, and food
• Working knowledge of liquor dispensing guns
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to lead and mentor a team
• Interpersonal skills to deal effectively with all business contacts
• Professional appearance and demeanor
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to effectively communicate in English, both written and oral forms

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience working in a similar resort setting

Responsibilities

• Clean all equipment, tools, and supplies and maintain equipment in good working order
• Greet guests in a positive, friendly manner and make them feel welcome
• Maintain the cleanliness and appearance of the bar
• Stock the bar with supplies necessary for service
• Complete opening side duties including checking quality and amount of all bar stock and supplies
• Assist bartenders in executing service and following their direction
• Re-fill ice coolers, garnish trays, straws, and napkins
• Perform all opening and closing duties based on shift assignment
• Bid farewell to guests, using their names when known, and encourage them to return
• Anticipate guests' needs and respond appropriately with a sense of urgency
• Work as a team, assisting all guests' and employees' needs and inquiries
• Effectively communicate with management, bartenders, and service staff to address any issues or needs
• Follow all procedures and policies set forth by the company, division, and department
• Follow all health and safety regulations
• Mix and serve drinks following standard recipes
• Maintain complete knowledge of all menu items, liquor brands, beers, and non-alcoholic selections
• Ensure maximum usage of all supplies to attain budgeted beverage cost and prevent waste
• Use all chemicals in accordance with OSHA regulations and hotel requirements
• Monitor potentially intoxicated guests and refuse further service in a courteous manner
• Comply with all state and federal liquor laws

Benefits

• Equal Opportunity Employer
• Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Accommodation
• Education Level: High school or GED