Bartender - Sheer Bar (Harrah's Joliet)

As a Bartender (Mixologist), you’ll create an unforgettable experience with your prompt, pleasant, and courteous service! Imagine preparing a dazzling array of beverages, using only the finest standard portions, ingredients, and garnishes. You’ll craft drinks to perfection, following signature recipes that tantalize taste buds, while keeping your station stocked with a vibrant selection of liquors, elegant glasses, and all the essential accessories. You’ll be the maestro of the cash register, expertly managing the beginning bank, tracking cash, complimentary drinks, and charge receipts. Operating a point of sale, you’ll ensure accurate transactions and delight guests with the perfect change. 

Get ready to shake things up and elevate the art of mixology to new heights!
 

Responsibilities

• Give prompt, pleasant, courteous and efficient service.

• Prepares all beverages utilizing standard portions, ingredients and garnish.

• Mixes drinks according to prescribed recipes; keeps station stocked with all liquor, glasses and accessories necessary; accounts for all beginning cash register bank, all cash, complimentary drinks and charge receipts

• Operates a point of sale, ringing in proper amount into register and giving guest or server correct change.

• Resourceful with all beverages, fruit and supplies in order to maintain low beverage costs while assuring quality products.

• Possesses knowledge of all liquors, beverage recipes and required garnishes.

• Always maintains a respectful and professional demeanor with guests, follows guidelines provided by property alcohol management program.

• Assist in all aspects of this operation when necessary.

• Performs all side work duties as described for assigned shift

• Sincerely greets and welcomes all guests

• Maintains a neat, clean, always organized safe and comfortable environment.

• Ability to suggest and describe available wines, and beverages.

• Outstanding example of and a credit to Harrah’s.

• Acts as a role model and presents oneself as a credit to Harrah’s and encourages others to d the same. 

• Adheres to all department and company policies and procedures.

• Performs all related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

• Must be 21 years of age.

• Basic math skills.

• Able to balance a service tray.

• Prior service experience in an upscale restaurant/lounge.

• Knowledge of wine service.

• Excellent customer service skills.

• Neat, clean appearance.

• Excellent and outgoing personality.

• Ability to be flexible with scheduling including nights, holidays and weekends.

• Requires knowledge of operating point of sale.

• Successful completion of alcohol management training.

• Certificate from bartender school or equivalent years of experience. 

• As part of the interview process, you’ll not only showcase your skills but also dazzle us with your expertise in crafting signature cocktails on the spot. From the classic martini to the vibrant Long Island Iced Tea and the sophisticated Manhattan, your talents will shine as you whip up these delicious drinks. Get ready to impress!

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to lift up to 90 lbs. and carry objects weighing up to 50 lbs.

• Position requires 10% standing, 90% walking.

• Requires very frequent lifting, bending, pushing, twisting, kneeling, climbing, stooping and reaching overhead.

• Must be able to respond to touch, speech, smell, aural and visual cues.

• Must be able to exert fast-paced mobility for periods of up to 10 (ten) hours in length.

• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment involving constant internal and external customer contact.

Compensation & Benefits: 

• Earn between $15.00 and $16.50 per hour, depending on your experience plus Tips. 
• Employment Type –  ONCALL 

Shift Details:

• Swing Shift: 3:00 pm -11:30 pm (Thursday – Sunday)

Please note that the schedule may vary based on the operational requirements of the business, so flexibility is essential.