Bar Back/Bartender Assistant

Tavistock Restaurant Collection•Las Vegas, NV

19d•Onsite

About The Position

The Bar Back at Canonita, located in the Venetian Resort, delivers genuine hospitality and helps create memorable dining experiences. The role supports the bar’s service by keeping it stocked with fresh ingredients, plateware, glassware, and other materials needed to serve guests. Bar Backs help guests feel welcome and honored while contributing to the overall teamwork and success of the restaurant.

Requirements

High school education.
Ability to speak, read, and write in English.
Must meet the local legal minimum age requirement to serve alcoholic beverages.
Coordination skills to pour and carry several drinks and plates at the same time.

Nice To Haves

Previous hospitality experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain proper grooming and uniform standards.
Deliver genuine hospitality and establish emotional connections with guests.
Contribute to the teamwork and success of the restaurant.
Communicate effectively with guests and team members.
Present offerings to guests without pressuring them to buy.
Determine guests’ needs and make appropriate recommendations to enhance their dining experience.
Restock liquor, beer, and wine throughout the shift.
Keep the bar area clean and organized.
Empty the trash when necessary throughout the shift.
Stock the sanitizer bucket and change it at least every two hours or sooner when necessary.
Polish silverware and glassware.
Execute beverage tray service.
Answer guest questions about food and beverage offerings.
Follow all alcohol awareness procedures.
Handle guest complaints professionally and alert a manager immediately.
Process payments and handle cash accurately and professionally.
Communicate with managers and hosts regarding table availability and key table updates.
Follow up with guests about their meal and dining experience to support guest satisfaction.
Maintain a high level of cleanliness and sanitation.
Maintain a professional and gracious demeanor.
Perform opening, running, and closing duties accurately.
Perform other job functions requested by the management team.