Title:  Bartender

JOB SUMMARY

The Bartender is responsible for preparing and serving beverages in a prompt, courteous, and efficient manner while ensuring compliance with state and local alcohol laws and gaming regulations. This position maintains cleanliness and organization of the bar area and helps create a welcoming atmosphere for guests.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to established recipes and portion standards.

• Provide prompt, engaging, and exceptional customer service to all guests.

• Set up and maintain the bar area, ensuring it is fully stocked with liquor, mixers, glassware, ice, garnishes, and other necessary supplies.

• Monitor guest alcohol consumption and follow responsible alcohol service policies to ensure guest and staff safety.

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bar, equipment, and storage areas in compliance with health and safety guidelines.

• Safely operate bar equipment (e.g., blenders, taps, ice machines).

• Ensure proper handling, storage, and rotation of beverage stock to maintain freshness and quality.

• Collect payments and accurately process transactions through the point-of-sale system.

• Verify guest identification to confirm legal drinking age per state regulations.

• Report customer incidents, spills, or equipment issues to management promptly.

• Assist with inventory management by notifying supervisors of shortages or restocking needs.

• Adhere to all food safety, sanitation, and gaming facility policies.

• Assist in training new bar staff and provide guidance as needed.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Maintain availability to work weekends, holidays, and nights.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Strong customer service and communication skills.

• Ability to mix and prepare beverages accurately and efficiently.

• Knowledge of responsible alcohol service practices.

• Ability to operate bar equipment safely.

• Strong attention to detail and cleanliness standards.

• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.

• Basic math and cash-handling skills.

• Ability to follow policies, procedures, and gaming regulations.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

• Minimum of one year of experience as a Bartender or in a similar role.

• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid Kentucky gaming/racing license.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS

• Regularly required to stand, speak, hear, use hands, and reach with arms.

• May occasionally be required to sit.

• Vision requirements include close and distance vision, color and depth perception, and peripheral vision.

• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

• Work conditions vary:

  • Office areas: moderately quiet.

  • Gaming floor: loud noise levels and possible exposure to cigarette smoke.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.