Position Summary:
The Bartender is responsible for preparing and serving beverages to guests during live racing, simulcasting, and special events while delivering excellent customer service in a fast-paced hospitality environment. This role ensures responsible alcohol service, accurate transaction handling, and a clean, organized bar area. The Bartender contributes to a positive guest experience while supporting beverage sales and maintaining compliance with all applicable alcohol service regulations.
Reports To:
Bar Supervisor
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
- Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages in accordance with company standards and responsible service practices.
- Provide friendly, efficient, and professional service to guests at the bar.
- Verify guest identification and ensure compliance with legal drinking age requirements.
- Ensure all patrons consuming alcohol are verified as 21+ through wristband identification or valid photo ID, and consistently enforce this standard.
- Operate point-of-sale systems and accurately process cash and electronic transactions.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bar area including glassware, equipment, and supplies.
- Monitor beverage inventory and notify supervisors when supplies need to be replenished.
- Follow all safety, sanitation, and alcohol service regulations.
- Assist with opening and closing bar procedures including stocking, cleaning, and cash reconciliation.
- Respond to guest inquiries and assist in resolving service concerns when appropriate.
- Support special events, promotions, and high-volume race day operations as needed.
Qualities, Education and Experience:
Required:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Prior experience in bartending, bar service, or hospitality environments
- Basic cash handling and point-of-sale experience
Preferred:
- Experience working in high-volume bars, entertainment venues, or event environments
- Knowledge of standard drink preparation and beverage service
- Experience in racetrack, casino, or sports venue environments
Licensing Status
- Must be able to obtain and maintain any required racetrack credentials or regulatory access permits if applicable.
- Must meet all state and local requirements for alcohol service certification if required.
Working Conditions
- Work is performed in a fast-paced hospitality and entertainment environment.
- Requires standing for extended periods of time and frequent interaction with guests.
- May require lifting and carrying beverage supplies, kegs, and bar equipment (up to approximately 40–50 lbs).
- Exposure to moderate noise levels and high guest traffic during racing events.
- Schedule includes race days, evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events. High-volume service environment requiring efficiency, professionalism, and attention to guest safety.
Qualities, Education and Experience:
Required:
Preferred: