Apprentice Bartender – Park MGM
Job Description
**PRIMARY PURPOSE:**
As an Apprentice Bartender, you will be responsible for assisting the bartender and maintain the appearance of the bar. You will also set the stage for guest experience with your welcoming smile and service. By understanding their unique stories and needs, you will own their experience to create **WOW** memories they will carry with them far and beyond their stay with us.
**PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:**
+ Assist the bartender with the preparation of drinks, mixes, and garnishes
+ Maintain the cleanliness, sanitation, and appearance of the bar area
+ Maintain sufficient stock of all items and products in designated work areas
+ Ensure proper setup, labeling, stocking, and delivery of alcohol, non-alcoholic beverages, supplies, glasses, paper products, garnishes, and ice
+ Clean equipment, tools, and supplies, polish glassware, and ensure equipment is in working order
+ Perform opening and closing duties based on shift assignment
+ Promote and maintain the highest level of service to all guests while staying alert to their needs, and responding effectively to their inquiries
+ Resolve guest complaints within the scope of authority; otherwise, refer the matter to management, notify a supervisor and/or security of all unusual events, circumstances, missing items, or alleged theft
**MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:**
+ Work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays
**CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS:**
+ Alcohol Awareness Card
+ Health Car | Food Handler Card
+ Non-gaming Registration
**KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:**
+ Ability to multi-task and work well in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
+ Knowledgeable of menu items, including mixing and serving beverages, standard beverage recipes, preparation methods, glassware, garnishes, products, menu items, supplies, and equipment
+ Knowledge of health, safety, and sanitation regulations
+ Knowledgeable of computers and Point of Sale (POS) systems
+ Able to effectively communicate in English, in both written and verbal forms
+ Excellent customer service skills and interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with all business contacts
MGM Resorts International is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Women/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, MGM Resorts International will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
MGM Resorts International believes in providing opportunity for every employee to grow, develop and succeed in a work environment where you can be your best. We encourage you to explore our job opportunities. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact our Corporate Diversity and Disability Outreach department at 1-844-247-0370 or email diversityrecruiting@mgmresorts.com