BARTENDER - SPECIAL EVENTS/BANQUETS (ON CALL) - Hard Rock International (USA), Inc.

Responsibilities:

Under the direction of the Department Manager, the incumbent serves the guests in accordance with Hard Rock Casino standards. Responsible for the prompt, accurate preparation and service of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages..  Proper collection of cash (when appropriate) for all beverages prepared.  Maintains bar area in a clean and orderly manner. #zipcorporate

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Exhibit conduct in accordance with all Gaming Commission Regulations and Hard Rock Casino policies and procedures.
• Prepares all beverages in accordance with standard specifications; uses a shot glass for all bottle-poured drinks.
• Ensures that all guests are promptly and courteously served.
• Maintains and verifies cash bank at the beginning of assigned shift (when appropriate) and maintains control of the cash bank throughout the shift.
• Properly records all transactions as directed by the Department Manager.
• Stocks and re-stocks the bar in accordance with the bar par and hotel standards. Ensures that an adequate supply of fresh fruit garnishes, napkins, juices, ice, etc.  are on hand for use during the shift.
• Ensures the cleanliness of the bar throughout the shift including continually wiping down the bottles and the bar, removing dirty glassware and dishes, etc.
• Ensures that alcoholic beverages are not served to guests under the legal drinking age. If doubtful of age, bartenders will politely ask for proof of individual’s age in the form of an appropriate I.D.  if still doubtful, the bartender will notify the Manager on duty.
• Continually observes guests and keeps a careful watch for intoxicated or unruly patrons. The Manager on duty should be notified immediately of any potentially disruptive situations.  Bartenders will not serve those guests who appear to be intoxicated.
• Picks up all bar set-ups from the storeroom or kitchen, such as shot glasses, pitchers, glasses, ice buckets, garnishes, napkins, etc.
• Returns all extra liquor to the Food and Beverage office and assists the Banquet Manager in recording usage.
• When appropriate, counts cash, places it in a deposit envelope, and returns it to the manager on duty.
• Breaks down bar at end of function including returning clean glasses to the kitchen, wiping down bar, placing extra fruit and juices in the refrigerator, etc.
• Must wear appropriate uniform and maintain personal cleanliness.

EDUCATION AND /OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

(Related education and experience may be interchangeable on a year for year basis)

• High School diploma required.
• Minimum of two (2) years of bartending experience preferred. 
• Must be of legal age for serving alcoholic beverage.
• Must have a friendly and outgoing personality.
• Ability to work independently and willingness to learn.
• Must be able to work at a rapid pace, while maintaining attention to detail.
• Able to handle stress arising from management of operations and volume of work.
• Must be etwenty-one (21) years of age or older.
• Must successfully pass background check.
• Must successfully pass drug screening.

SKILLS

• Must possess strong communication and listening skills.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends and holidays as required
• Ability to be punctual and meet deadlines
• Ability to function independently in a multi-task environment, as well as a part of a team
• Duties and responsibilities are typically performed in a professional office setting, but there may be times where you will need to be on the Casino Floor or pass through this area. On the Casino Floor, you may be exposed to casino-related environmental factors including, but not limited to, excessive noise.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to walk distances.
• Ability to tolerate exposure to heat, cold, and loud/noisy environment.

DISCLAIMER:
This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities, skills, duties, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different task is performed when circumstances change (i.e. emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs or technical development). #HARDROCK