Bartender - Part-Time - Petersburg

To be an employee of Live! Casino Virginia, you must 21 years of age or over.

Why We Need Your Talents:

At Live! we pride ourselves in our exceptional people.   Our Team Members are the foundation of our success and truly the most valuable part of the Live! brand.

The Service Bartender is responsible and accountable for all aspects of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages sales and service at bar outlets throughout the casino. Ensure consistent quality of products. Prepares and serves beverages with a sense of quality and a flare unparalleled in the local market to enhance the experience of the guest during their visit with Live! Casino and Hotel.

Where You'll Make an Impact:

• Responsible for setting up bars
• Responsible for handling all cash transactions.
• Responsible for all opening and closing inventories of all stock.
• Responsible to take orders from guests and servers and serving the orders accurately and in a timely manner.
• Keep area in a clean and orderly manner.
• Monitor supply levels and assess stocking needs.
• Direct and observe bar back staff
• Responsible to have knowledge of guests limitations and company policy and procedure regarding limitations.
• Ensure guests receive a favorable gaming experience.
• Consistently maintain appearance standards, as established.
• Knowledge of alcoholic beverages, liquors, wines, beers and ales; portray an “ask me” image with knowledge.
• Knowledge of all bar equipment, Easy Bar System, ABC laws and regulations and gaming laws; knowledge of bar operations
• Knowledge of sanitation and health department regulations for safe handling of alcohol.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills to Help You Succeed:

• Ability to “upsell” and recommend products to guests.
• Ability to perform, addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
• Ability to speak, read, write and understand basic instructions in English.
• Ability to make change from sales; reconcile and balance sales at the conclusion of the shift.
• Demonstrate ability to entertain bar guests within socially-appropriate standards.
• Able to effectively handle situations that may arise due to intoxication.
• Ability to communicate with all departments and other team members

Must-Haves:

• Education: A high school diploma or GED equivalent is preferred. Completion of professional bartending training desired. Mixology training a plus.
• Experience: Minimum of six (6) months to one (1) year experience as a bartender in a high volume operation
• You will be exposed to an alcohol and smoking environment and must be able to work in such environment.

• Must have the ability to secure and maintain licensure as required by Virginia Gaming Control Board or any other applicable regulatory entity as may be required to perform assigned duties, or as required by Live’s operating standards. 

NOTICE TO APPLICANTS:
If an applicant has been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony involving unlawful conduct of wagering, fraudulent use of a gaming credential, unlawful transmission of information, touting, bribery, embezzlement, distribution or possession of drugs, excluding misdemeanor possession of marijuana, or any crime considered by the Department to be detrimental to the honesty and integrity of casino gaming in the Commonwealth, they will be unable to license.

 Perks We Offer You

• Generous Bonus Structure
• Comprehensive Health Coverage 
• Retirement Savings with Company Match
• Leadership Skills Development & Mentorship Programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Exclusive Discounts on Travel, Services, Goods and Entertainment

Life at Live!

Individuals chosen to be part of the Live! Team can expect:

• To be part of an exciting experience unlike any other in the market.
• To be given the power and responsibility to put service and community first.
• To come together as a strong team, while valuing and celebrating our diversity.
• To be given the tools, resources, and opportunity to grow in their career.
• To work hard and have fun.

• Live is a 24 hour /7 days per week high energy casino with a culture committed to fairness, teamwork, and most importantly FUN.
• The casino is large and fast paced, requiring the ability and energy to move about it with a true sense of urgency!
• Exposed to alcohol, cigarette and cigar smoke, bright lights, and loud noises.
• You will work in an environment where smoking is allowed.