POSTED: OCTOBER, 17th, 2023 DEADLINE: Until Filled

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION: Lead Bartender

DEPARTMENT: Food and Beverage

LOCATION: Casino Resort

SUPERVISOR: Beverage Manager

EMPLOYMENT: Full-Time

PAY RATE: $13.00 - $15.00/Hour (Non-Exempt) D.O.E.

LICENSE STATUS: Key-Employee

DESCRIPTION:

This position will assist the Beverage Manager in training bar staff and supervising daily operations of the bar

when the Beverage Manager is not present. Assists with managing inventory, ordering, and overseeing operational

demands of the bar. Outside of supervisory duties, the lead bartender will also prepare, mix drinks, serve food

and beverages, and provide the highest level of customer service to bar patrons. Oversees and works in Clubhouse

Bar when required. May be required to work as Beverage Cart Attendant for the Golf Course.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervises and addresses employee issues and general issues in the bar when the Beverage Manager is

• Shall be required to read, implement, and adhere to all NWCR Policies and Procedures, LVD Gaming

Ordinance, Tribal/State Gaming Compact, NIGC Minimum Internal Control Standards, Indian Gaming

Regulatory Act, LVD Tribal Internal Control Standards, Title 31 Minimum Internal Control Standards,

NWCR Casino Employee Handbook, Food & Beverage Department Policy and Procedure Manual.

• Prepare alcohol and non-alcohol beverages (including garnishes for mixed drinks) for bar and restaurant

• Interact with bar customers to take and serve food and beverage orders while ensuring all other bartenders are

• Mix all types of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages to order and by following a variety of recipes.

• Prepare and deliver drinks to bar patrons or to team members in the restaurant or on the Casino floor to serve

• Check customer identification and confirm the legal drinking age is met.

• Comply with all food and beverage policies, procedures, and regulations.

• Handle money, operate the payment collection system, and accurately make change. Oversee and assist bar

• Complete necessary documentation for fund requirements.

• Clean the bar, stock bar items, and always maintain overall cleanliness.

• Wash bar glasses and any other bar equipment.

• Comply with all sanitary and safety requirements within State, Federal, Tribal, and Property guidelines.

• Strictly follows serving guidelines to all guests with attention to intoxicated customers; makes judgements

• Knowledge of the bar and restaurant menu options to answer guest inquiries and requests in a courteous and

• Tracks/records inventory and maintains records regarding popular drinks/liquor that are in greatest demand.

• Provide the highest-level of customer service to our guests (both internal and external) through active

• Works as a team to represent the Casino by demonstrating courtesy, respect, and sensitivity to the needs of

• Maintains a high-level of personal hygiene routine to represent a clean and professional environment.

• All employees must be flexible and assume other responsibilities and tasks as assigned by management and

• Flexible with scheduling of shifts and willing to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED.

• Basic math skills to ensure accurate money-handling.

• Ability to operate payment-collection system.

• Positive and respectful attitude.

• Ability to work with the public and in a team.

• Must be of legal age in Michigan (18 years old) to serve alcohol.

• Must be able to successfully pass TIPS training.

• Must pass background checks and other pre-employment screenings necessary to receive and maintain a

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1 year experience as a bartender.

• 1 year experience working in a casino setting.

• 1 year in bar supervisory experience or supervisory experience in a like-setting.

• Completion of an approved-bartenders course.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 15 pounds.

• Ability to push and pull objects weighing up to 20 pounds.

• Ability to lift to 50 pounds.

• Ability to use a dolly to transport heavy objects such as beer kegs.

• Must be able to work in a smoking environment.

• Must be able to stand and walk for long periods of time – up to 90% of an (8) or (10) hour-shift.

• Must be able to work in a loud environment.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people

assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities,

duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Management retains the right to add or to change the

duties of the position at any time. Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and applicable

background checks related to the position if required.

PREFERENCE FOR HIRING:

Preference shall be given when it is established that the applicant meets the qualifications as stated in the

job description. The following order shall be adhered to for hiring:

• Enrolled LVD Tribal Member

• Parents/Legal Guardian of LVD Tribal member children and spouses of Tribal Members

• Other Native Americans

• All Others

Date Approved by LVD Gaming Commission: 05/16/2023.

Date of Approval by the Public Enterprise Finance Commission (PEFC): 08/29/2023.

Northern Waters Casino Resort

P.O. Box 129, N5384 US 45

Watersmeet, MI 49969

Email: hr@lvdcasino.com

Website: http://www.lvdcasino.com/Content/Careers.cfm

Phone: 906-358-4226 Ext. 7318

Fax: 906-358-4913