Mixologist - Alder & Birch - On Call
About this role
Company Description
Boyd Gaming Corporation has been successful in gaming jurisdiction in which we operate in the United States and is one of the premier casino entertainment companies in the United States. Never content to rest upon our successes, we will continue to evolve and retain a position of leadership in our industry.
Our past success, our current business philosophies and our sound business planning, combine to position Boyd Gaming Corporation to maximize value for our shareholders, our team members and our communities.
Job Description
Thorough knowledge of mixology. Recognize and correctly make a variety of beverages, adhere to recipes and specified measured pouring portions with appropriate garnish, accurate pricing, use of proper glassware and proper wine service. Knowledge of operation and cleaning of various equipment, including but not limited to frozen beverage machine, dishwasher, ice machine, pouring gun, and other related beverage equipment.
- Complete knowledge of all food and beverage menu items and daily specials
- Understand and meet sequence requirements for the Beverage Specialist position as well as all requirements for the Lounge Serving Team
- Knowledgeable and ability to provide food service at the same high level as the dining room staff
- Comply with and enforce alcohol awareness laws and procedures
- Maintain a clean and organized bar at all times
- Side work, cleaning, and stocking duties must be completed as assigned and also completed in an efficient, accurate, and timely manner
- Ability to build and create craft cocktails to exact specifications and demonstrates showmanship in the creation of these beverages
- Knowledge of garnishes
- Ability to create complex garnishes and properly utilize these in drink presentations
- Excellent communication skills
- Able to memorize and repeat back scripted dialogue
- Ability to describe and upsell food and beverages to enhance the guest drinking and dining experience
- Provide cash settlement of bar checks following all cash handling policies and procedures
- Performs all relative miscellaneous duties as directed by supervisor/manager
Qualifications
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Minimum of six (6) months experience bartending in a high volume front bar, service bar, and/or fine dining environment
- Must have excellent customer service and communication skills
- Extensive cocktail recipe knowledge
- Extensive wine and craft beer knowledge
- Must be able to stand and walk for duration of shift
- Must be able to lift, carry, and maneuver up to 25 pounds
- Must be able to obtain/maintain any necessary licenses and/or certifications
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Boyd Gaming is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.
Company at a glance
Founded in 1975 in Las Vegas, Boyd Gaming Corporation (NYSE: BYD) is one of America’s largest and most respected casino entertainment companies. We operate 27 gaming entertainment properties in 11 states, manage a tribal casino in northern California, and own and operate Boyd Interactive, a B2B and B2C online casino gaming business. We have a long and established track record of creating substantial value for our shareholders through our diversified business portfolio, successful growth investments, and ongoing program to return capital to our shareholders.
Realizing the essential role our team members play in our success, Boyd is committed to being an employer of choice – creating a unique workplace culture where our 16,000 team members feel welcome, valued and respected. As a result, we have one of the longest-tenured workforces in our industry, with team members averaging nearly 8 years of service with Boyd on a Companywide basis.
We also recognize that our success is built upon thriving communities, and we are deeply committed to investing in the well-being of the communities we call home. Through a Companywide initiative called Caring the Boyd Way, Boyd strives to reduce our impact on the environment; enhance the lives of our team members and guests; provide financial support to non-profit organizations serving our communities; and uphold good corporate governance.
We are proud to have been recognized as an industry leader by numerous national publications, including Time magazine’s “America’s Best Companies” and Newsweek’s “America’s Most Responsible Companies,” “Most Trustworthy Companies in America” and “America’s Most Charitable Companies.” Building on our 51-year legacy, we look forward to further success and growth in the years ahead, as we continue to create shareholder value while positively impacting our stakeholders and the communities we call home.
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