Bar Back
About The Position
The Bar Back supports bartenders and casino guests by helping ensure an enjoyable experience and that guest needs are met promptly and courteously. The role includes preparing and stocking the bar, assisting with beverage service, maintaining clean work areas and glassware, and supporting bartenders as needed. The position may cover shifts based on business needs and perform other duties as assigned. The role is based at Nisqually Red Wind Casino. The casino states its mission is to enhance the continued economic viability and quality of life of the Nisqually Indian Tribe, its Team Members, and neighboring communities, and its vision is to create incredible experiences. Its core values are Integrity, Communication, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork. Native American hiring preference applies.
Requirements
- Must be able to obtain a Class 12 Mixologist permit.
- Must be able to obtain a food handler permit.
- Ability to operate a point-of-sale (P.O.S.) system.
- Basic math skills.
- Ability to work within time constraints, stay on task, and follow directions.
- Excellent guest service skills.
- Ability to work in a team environment.
- Must pass NRWC pre-employment testing.
- Ability to work peak business hours.
- Ability to obtain a Class II Gaming License.
- Must be able to stand and/or walk for long periods and move from area to area.
- Must be able to bend, stoop, and regularly and continuously lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Must be able to reach with hands and arms.
- Ability to tolerate a smoke-filled environment.
Nice To Haves
- Clear communication and ability to work in tandem with the bartender.
- Willingness to perform a variety of tasks.
Responsibilities
- Perform basic bar preparation, including refilling ice bins, replacing kegs, cutting garnishes, and stocking beer, wine, and liquor.
- Clear away and wash glassware as needed.
- Clean the bar, work area, tables, and equipment.
- Provide bartender breaks as needed.
- Mix and serve drinks as required by business levels.
- Cover shifts to meet business needs.
- Stock and organize bar products.
- Assist bartenders and tend to guests as needed, ensuring guest needs are met expediently and courteously.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Free medical, dental, and vision coverage; spouse and dependent coverage is also available at low rates and with reasonable deductibles.
- Free short-term disability, life, and accident insurance.
- Free meal during shift.
- Free gaming license renewals.
- Free uniform dry-cleaning services.
- $1 per hour shift differential.
- Paid time off and paid holidays.
- Floating holidays.
- 401(k) retirement program with a match of up to 4%.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Health and wellbeing reimbursements.
- Team Member Assistance Program offering eligible team members and dependents confidential short-term professional counseling and legal services at no additional cost.
- Team Member awards and incentives, including perfect attendance awards and yearly service awards.
- Flexible spending and dependent care spending accounts.
- Career advancement opportunities.
- Periodic Team Member contests and giveaways.
- Team Member dining and gift shop discounts.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
