CANTINA BARTENDER - Boyd Gaming

What would I be doing?:

Position Summary

Located just east of downtown Kansas City, Ameristar Casino and Hotel is a Midwestern entertainment hub that offers something for everyone. Ameristar Kansas City has one of the largest casino floors in Missouri, amazing dining venues, a newly renovated luxury hotel and more. Ameristar Kansas City also offers convenient parking in a five-level, 2,660 space parking structure with an enclosed, climate-controlled walkway to the casino and entertainment center. Ameristar Kansas City is looking for a Cashier/Server/Bartender to serve food and beverages to guests in a quick, efficient and courteous manner. The successful candidate will also provide cashiering services for guests and coordinate activities of dining room team members engaged in providing courteous and prompt service to our guests. SERVICE WITH A SMILE IS ALWAYS REQUIRED!

FRIDAYS and SATURDAYS

4:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. both days

Responsibilities:

Duties and Responsibilities

• Greet guests with a smile!

• Must be familiar with menu, daily specials, and preparation of foods and prices

• Ability to use suggestive selling (i.e., cocktails, appetizers, desserts, etc.)

• Take customers orders and accurately input the order into the computer

• Observe and anticipate guests needs, keeping tables and bar area cleared.

• Present check for payment when all guests needs have been met

• Practice good safety and cleanliness procedures

• Assist other team members in job functions when appropriate.

• Adhere to department and property policies and procedures

• Must have knowledge of all service job responsibilities: Food server, Bus Person, and Runner.

• Job Tasks must be finished in a timely manner according to department standards

• This is a uniformed position, which requires that team members are in compliance with uniformed appearance standards while on duty

• Responsible for understanding the operation of all soda, juice and liquor guns and k

  eep bar completely stocked for next shift

• Responsible for the handling of Company funds through cash transactions on the Micros System

• Follow all cash handling procedures as listed in the Food & Beverage Manual.

• Inform the immediate supervisor of any product shortages

• Handle the chemicals for the glass washing machine in a safe manner

• Responsible and accountable for all cash variances +/- $10.00

What are we looking for?:

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Ability to work in a fast-paced 24/7 environment

• Excellent ability to multitask

• Knowledge of up selling techniques

• Must be able to successfully complete a TIPS training class. (Responsible service of alcohol)

• Able to communicate sufficiently with co-workers and supervisors

• Must be able to handle a flexible schedule

• Extremely outgoing personality

• Exceptional work habits

• Ability to be on time to each scheduled shift

• Always conduct oneself in a manner that reflects a positive and professional image

• Ability to establish rapport with other team members throughout the casino

• Maintain a positive attitude at all times

Required Education and Work Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• At least 6 months experience as a server or bartender in a dining establishment preferred

• Must be available to work nights, weekends and holidays

What would it be like to work at this property?:

At Ameristar Casino Hotel Kansas City, when we say "More Fun", we mean it literally. In addition to our large casino floor, we proudly feature a wide variety of restaurants, an arcade and an award-winning hotel. Ameristar is one of the biggest -- and most impressive -- casinos in the country.

Ameristar Casino Kansas City is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disposition, neurodiversity, disability, veteran status or any other protected category under federal, state and local law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening, apply for a position, or participate in the interview process, please contact us through the application site and describe the specific accommodation requested for a disability-related limitation.

Ameristar Kansas City

3200 North Ameristar Drive

Kansas City, MO 64161

What would it be like to be a Boyd Gaming Team Member?:

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.

Corporate Mission

We, as members of Boyd Gaming Corporation, operate with only the highest degree of integrity, and rely on the competence and friendliness of each person in our organization to provide entertainment and service to satisfy our customers' wants.

Through teamwork, we strive to maximize shareholder value, to be among the leading companies in our industry and to provide opportunities for all while we support and enhance our communities.

Company Vision

Boyd Gaming is one of the nations leading casino entertainment companies. But were so much more a Fortune 1000 company that retains the philosophy of a family-owned business, focused on creating long-term, sustainable growth for our shareholders. This philosophy defines and separates us from the competition, making us unique in our industry.

From our earliest beginnings in the 1970s, we made a commitment to our shareholders and our team members to create an operating style built around family. In a highly competitive industry, our Boyd Style of hospitality has come to define us in a most unique way.

Forging ahead in the coming years, we will remain focused on our three main goals: improving our operating performance, continuing to execute on our current growth strategy, and demonstrating our branding initiatives.

We remain confident in the strength of our Company to successfully meet whatever challenges lie ahead.