Apprentice Bartender

Virgin Hotels • Las Vegas, NV

2d

About The Position

The Apprentice Bartender supports the outlet’s beverage operation and assists bartenders with preparation, service, and closing duties. The role includes bussing and resetting the bar, delivering food and beverages, interacting politely and promptly with guests and teammates, and providing basic menu descriptions. The apprentice helps maintain a clean, hygienic, organized, and well-stocked bar, prepares basic non-alcoholic beverages, and learns the food menu, beverage list, and organization of the bar and building. The position contributes to a memorable guest experience through teamwork, communication, adaptability, and a positive attitude.

Requirements

• Current, legal, and unrestricted authorization to work in the United States.
• High school diploma or equivalent education.
• A currently valid Food Service Handler Card and TABC certification, each valid for at least six months.
• Five years of bartending or similar experience, or progressive promotion and training within the Beverage department.
• Familiarity with superior customer service skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly in verbal and written English.
• Ability to work effectively with people and as part of a team.
• Ability to comply with safety and health procedures, applicable laws, and hotel policies.

Nice To Haves

• One to two years of experience in a full-service restaurant or lounge.
• Enjoyment of working with people.
• Adaptability and flexibility, a positive attitude, integrity, strong work ethic, and self-motivation.
• Ability to appreciate and provide constructive feedback.

Responsibilities

• Assist bartenders with pre-shift preparation, in-shift maintenance, and post-shift closing as directed.
• Bus and reset the bar and run food and beverage items to guests.
• Engage with guests and teammates in a polite, responsive, and timely manner, including providing basic menu descriptions.
• Keep the work area clean, hygienic, and organized; stock supplies, wash and polish glassware, fold napkins, clean menus, and sanitize tables.
• Stock the bar as needed in accordance with company liquor requisition guidelines.
• Explain basic details about food dishes and beverages when delivering them to guests.
• Prepare basic non-alcoholic beverages, including water, coffee, and tea.
• Learn the food menu and beverage list and help sell them.
• Know the organization of the bar and where items are located in the building.
• Follow safety and health department procedures, state and federal laws, and hotel policies.
• Maintain a neat, clean, and well-groomed appearance in accordance with hotel standards.

What This Job Offers

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