Bartender – Part Time

WarHorse Casino Omaha

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

The Bartender is responsible for serving beverages to guests while consistently exceeding guest expectations through exceptional service, professionalism, and beverage knowledge.

Starting Pay: $12.00/hour + tips
Employment Type: Part Time

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/DUTIES

Essential duties and tasks that must be performed with or without reasonable accommodation include:

• Practices, supports, and maintains the Mission, Vision, and Values of WarHorse Gaming Omaha, LLC.
• Provides prompt, efficient, and friendly beverage service to all guests.
• Prepares and serves alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to established standards.
• Communicates guest feedback, concerns, and operational issues to leadership.
• Promotes beverage sales through suggestive selling and beverage knowledge.
• Advises guests on beverage selections, including types and styles of alcoholic beverages.
• Promotes, prepares, and presents specialty cocktails.
• Complies with all S.M.A.R.T., T.I.P.S., and ABC alcohol awareness training requirements.
• Adheres to all local and state liquor laws and regulations.
• Monitors guest intoxication levels and takes appropriate action when necessary.
• Maintains awareness of factors affecting the overall guest experience.
• Properly operates refrigeration systems, beer reticulation systems, and bulk dispense systems.
• Follows inventory and stock control procedures.
• Maintains compliance with department policies, procedures, internal controls, and all applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
• Accepts payment and/or comp authorization for beverages served.
• Balances register and completes end-of-shift cash handling procedures.
• Assists with developing beverage specials and promotions.
• Trains beverage servers interested in bartender advancement opportunities.
• Attends required meetings and training sessions.
• Promotes positive guest and team member relations.
• Maintains a professional, neat, and clean appearance at all times.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Education, Experience, Skills & Abilities

• Must be at least 19 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum one (1) year of bartending experience in a high-volume bar, fine dining, nightclub, or service bar environment required.
• Must possess strong mixology knowledge and beverage preparation skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced hospitality environment while maintaining professionalism and guest service standards.

BENEFITS – START DAY ONE!

Working for WarHorse Casino makes you eligible for benefits beginning on your first day of employment, including:

• Full Insurance Coverage Offerings
• Quarterly Incentive Bonuses
• Vacation, Holiday, and Sick Pay

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Collaboration Skills
• Guest Focus
• Communication Proficiency
• Flexibility
• Problem Solving
• Ethical Conduct
• Stress Management/Composure

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

Travel is not required for this position.

WORK HOURS

Due to the unpredictable nature of the hospitality and entertainment industry, team members must be available to work varying schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays, based on business needs.

CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Position involves selling, serving, or distributing alcoholic beverages and/or comp authority: Yes
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Nebraska Gaming License required.
• ServSafe Certification preferred.
• TIPS Alcohol Awareness Certification required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position requires prolonged standing, walking, lifting up to 50 pounds, repetitive hand and arm movements, and the ability to work in a loud, fast-paced casino environment. Team members may be exposed to secondhand smoke, kitchen equipment, and extended work hours as business demands require.

DISCLAIMER

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Ho-Chunk, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Preference may be extended to persons of Indian descent in accordance with applicable laws.