Event Bartender - TAO Restaurant Las Vegas

Part-time team members who meet the requirements are eligible for:

• State Applicable Time Off
• Pet Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Program with Employer Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• TAO Savings Marketplace
• Employee Discounts and much more!

The event bartender prepares all alcoholic beverages for guests and venue servers. Actively takes orders, conducts full and complete food/beverage service, and monitors guests' bar/dining experience. Interacts with guests, fellow employees, and supervisors in a polite and courteous manner to ensure gracious hospitality.

Duties and Responsibilities: including but not limited to:

• Maintain professional appearance standards as directed in the Tao Group Hospitality Employee Handbook.

• Anticipate and accommodate all needs of the guests.

• Provides professional and exceptional service in a timely fashion.

• Understands how to properly execute all event formats.

• Reviews and understands all aspects of the BEO.

• Knowledge of all allergies and dietary restrictions for the event.

• Accurately enter all orders into the POS system and follow proper cash/payment card procedures.

• Ensures the delivery of all food and beverage to the guests.

• Maintain the cleanliness of the bar(s) and bar areas throughout the event.

• Makes sure all liquor displays and shelving are organized, and par levels are maintained.

• Follow supervisor's instructions, communicate with and support co-workers while being a team player.

• Possesses in-depth knowledge of all food and beverage being served, the venue and the company.

• Serves all alcoholic beverages in accordance with all state regulations, alcohol awareness and company training standards.

• Complies with Department of Health and company sanitation standards.

• Communicates the needs of the guests to Banquet and Heart-of-House support staff, managers and chefs.

• Properly sets-up the bar and event stations and performs other opening/closing procedures as directed by management, including:

• Ensures the bar and bar area are clean and free of debris

• Sets bar with proper equipment and settings as required

• Stocks bar-stations with prescribed product and supplies

• Performs opening side-work as prescribed

• Performs closing side-work as prescribed

• Properly follow all beverage requisition procedures

• Accurately completes all end-of-shift financial procedures.

• Reports all breakage, damage of equipment or furniture immediately to management.

• Attends and participates in daily pre-service meetings.

• Attends and participates in any training sessions or departmental meetings.

• Learn by listening, observing other team members and sharing knowledge while leading by example.

• Portrays a positive and professional attitude.

• Demonstrates knowledge of Tao Group Hospitality, its partners and supporting hotel environments.

• Works as part of a team and provides help and support to all fellow team members.

Training Requirements:

• Tao Group Hospitality in-venue event bartender training

Minimum Education and Qualifications:

• 2 years of professional beverage experience.
• Previous bartending experience.
• Experience in a high-volume restaurant/nightclub/lounge.

SKILLS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT / SCHEDULE

The work environment characteristics and/or physical demands described here are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions

• Ability to write and verbally communicate
• Must have good positive energy throughout the day
• Must be able to print legibly for team members, management, and guests to read
• Must be able to kneel, bend, and stand for extended periods of time
• Must be able to move quickly
• Must be able to push and lift up to 75 lbs.
• Work in an environment that is subject to varying levels of noise, crowds, and smoke, the severity of which depends upon the guest volume
• May work extended hours irregular shifts, evening and/or weekend shifts, and holiday work may be required
• Exposure to cleaning materials
• Exposure to hot kitchen elements or cleaning materials.
• May work extended hours irregular shifts, evening and/or weekend shifts, and holiday work may be required
• Office, Casino, Nightclub, Bar, Lounge, and/or Restaurant working environment
• Maintain a professional, neat, and well-groomed appearance adhering to Company standards
• Must be effective as part of a team; ability to interact with internal and external customers, managers, and co-workers in a professional, courteous manner
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to handle a fast-paced, busy, and somewhat stressful environment

ABOUT TAO GROUP HOSPITALITY

Tao Group Hospitality delivers distinctive culinary and premium entertainment experiences through its portfolio of restaurants, nightclubs, lounges, and daylife venues. The company operates branded locations across the globe, featuring a collection of widely recognized hospitality brands including TAO, OMNIA, Marquee, LAVO, Beauty & Essex, Cathédrale, Little Sister, The Highlight Room, Sake No Hana, KOMA, Avenue, Fleur Room, JEWEL, and more. Tao Group Hospitality is part of Mohari Hospitality, an investment firm focused on the luxury lifestyle and hospitality sectors. With over 25 years of industry experience, Tao Group Hospitality consistently sets the bar for guest experiences by delivering unforgettable entertainment with innovation and creativity at the core. The company strives to exceed expectations and continually reinvent the future of hospitality through its owned operations as well as joint venture and managed properties.