Bartender

Soboba Casino•San Jacinto, CA

19d

About The Position

Under the direction of the Food & Beverage team, the Bartender provides pleasant and efficient alcoholic beverage service to guests, cocktail servers, and food servers. Restaurant and food outlet bartenders may also be required to serve food. The role includes preparing and serving beverages, processing payments, maintaining bar equipment and work areas, supporting service staff, and helping ensure guest satisfaction. Bartenders may assist in food outlets, bus and set tables, and coordinate with back-of-house employees when needed. The position requires a regular, reliable, and predictable work schedule aligned with business demands and consistent attendance. The position requires applicants to be at least 21 years old, have a high school diploma or equivalent, and meet the specified bartending experience or training requirement. The bartender must be able to obtain and maintain the required gaming, food-handler, TIPS, and responsible beverage service credentials, and must provide evidence of eligibility to work in the United States. Full-time team members are eligible for the described benefits, subject to enrollment requirements and plan terms.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years of age.
Bartending certificate and two years of beverage experience, or six months of training in a barback position, required.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Must have an applicable combination of education, experience, and training to provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Must provide evidence of eligibility to work in the United States.
Ability to obtain and maintain a valid Soboba Tribal Gaming Commission license.
Must submit to and obtain negative results on all required drug and/or alcohol testing.
Ability to obtain and maintain a County of Riverside Food Handlers Card within seven days of hire.
Ability to obtain and maintain TIPS certification (Training for Intervention Procedures).
Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) certified, or able to obtain certification within 60 days of hire.
Must maintain a regular, reliable, and predictable work schedule and consistent attendance.

Nice To Haves

BarStarts/BarSmarts recommended.

Responsibilities

Receive payment for beverages and handle cash, comps, and coupons.
Provide friendly and efficient guest service and communicate positively with internal and external guests.
Monitor alcohol consumption, follow TIPS procedures, and verify guests’ identification and age.
Prepare and expedite large quantities of drinks efficiently and accurately during peak hours.
Complete setup duties in a timely manner.
Maintain knowledge of available drinks, recipes, beer items, prices, and garnishes.
Serve alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages directly to guests or indirectly through food and beverage servers.
Prepare soda and other nonalcoholic beverages for servers at service bars.
Serve food and assist in food outlets when needed.
Mentor bar backs in learning the POS, liquor control system, and cocktails so they can assist during busy periods.
Operate bar equipment, including computerized cash registers and credit card machines.
Maintain an accurate bank and open and maintain tabs throughout the shift.
Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the work area according to Soboba Casino standards and Health Department regulations.
Report to work in a clean uniform and refrain from eating, smoking, or chewing gum on the floor or behind the bar.
Maintain a regular, reliable, and predictable work schedule in accordance with business demands and consistent attendance.
Perform special projects and other responsibilities, tasks, or duties as requested.
Use proper food-serving techniques and support customer-service satisfaction.
Provide timely service and coordinate work with back-of-house employees and coworkers so food orders are served promptly.
Bus, clean, and set tables when necessary.
Take scheduled breaks on time and in coordination with coworkers.
Maintain knowledge of casino and department promotions, programs, services, and food specials.

Benefits

401(k) plan.
Employer-paid basic life insurance, with the option to purchase supplemental life insurance.
Medical coverage available to employees at a significantly reduced discount.
Dental coverage paid for the employee.
Vision coverage paid for the employee.
Employee Assistance Program.
Wellness Program, including an annual health fair, wellness education, and incentive programs.
Paid time off.
Quarterly and annual Reward and Recognition Program.
Team member incentives.
Discounted team member meals.