Bartender II-Three Meal

El Cajon, CA, USA|

Job Overview

Employment Type

Hourly

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Paid training

Employee assistance program

Job Description

The Sycuan Band of the Kumeyaay Nation has a rich heritage dating back many centuries, originally living together as a tribe engaged in farming, hunting, and fishing to sustain their community. Today, the Sycuan Tribe has evolved while preserving a strong sense of community and cultural identity. The Tribe governs its reservation and has grown its enterprise to include ownership and operation of a state-of-the-art casino and a premier golf resort. Additionally, the Tribe operates several other successful business ventures within the San Diego region, contributing to local economy and providing employment opportunities for the community and beyond.

Sycuan is more than just a business conglomerate. It represents a community of dedicated individuals working collaboratively towards common goals that support and strengthen the Tribe’s heritage and future. Employees at Sycuan become members of this vibrant community whether they work in hospitality, gaming, resort management, or tribal governance. The work environment emphasizes respect, collaboration, and a shared commitment to providing exceptional experiences for guests and patrons.

The role of Bartender at Sycuan Casino is a pivotal position within the hospitality team. This hourly position offers the opportunity to engage directly with guests while preparing both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and serving food items in a lively and professional atmosphere. Bartenders at Sycuan are responsible for delivering excellent customer service, maintaining a clean and safe working station, and managing transactions accurately through the cash register and point-of-sale system. This role demands a balance of technical beverage preparation skills, strong interpersonal communication, and the ability to responsibly serve alcohol in compliance with guidelines. It is a role that requires attention to detail, the ability to multitask efficiently, and a genuine passion for creating memorable guest experiences.

This bartending position requires candidates to hold essential certifications such as the County of San Diego Food Handler Card and California ABC Responsible Beverage Service Certification. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of bartending experience, supported by cash handling, guest service, and food service skills. Working knowledge of wine, liquor license guidelines, and a variety of beverage recipes are important to meet the expectations of the role. Employees should be able to work in a fast-paced environment, maintain composure, and adhere to safety and sanitation policies.

Working at Sycuan means joining a team that values professionalism, cultural sensitivity, and dedication. The role comes with the chance to grow professionally within an innovative organization that respects its people and their contributions. Those who join Sycuan’s hospitality team become part of a larger family committed to quality service and cultural integrity. If you enjoy engaging with guests and aspire to work in a dynamic, respectful, and community-focused environment, the Sycuan Casino Bartender position is an excellent career opportunity to explore.

Job Requirements

21 years of age
county of San Diego Food Handler Card
CA ABC Responsible Beverage Service Certification
1-year bartending experience
6 months cash handling experience
6 months guest service experience
6 months food service experience
general wine knowledge
general knowledge of cigarette brands

Job Qualifications

County of San Diego Food Handler Card
CA ABC Responsible Beverage Service Certification
21 years of age
1-year bartending experience
6 months cash handling experience
6 months guest service experience
6 months food service experience
general wine knowledge
general knowledge of cigarette brands
high school diploma, high school certificate of completion, or G.E.D (desirable)
working knowledge of responsible alcohol beverage service
working knowledge of liquor license guidelines
ability to quickly learn the menu of both food and drinks
ability to mix a wide variety of alcoholic beverages
ability to prepare beverage mixtures from recipes
ability to assess guest sobriety and stop alcohol service when appropriate
ability to maintain alcohol and cigarette inventory
ability to perform simple mathematical calculations
ability to count currency
ability to appear for work on time
ability to interact effectively with a diverse guest and team member base
ability to communicate effectively in the English language
ability to maintain professionalism and composure
ability to understand and follow verbal directives and written directions
ability to accept constructive criticism
ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
ability to stand for up to eight hours at a time
ability to bend and stoop
ability to work in a smoking environment
working knowledge of point of sale system (desirable)

Job Duties

Provides guests with bar service by greeting guests in a friendly and courteous manner, receiving food and/or beverage order, mixing and serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks to guests, preparing beverages according to standard recipes, cleaning, chopping and slicing garnish as appropriate, opening bottles and pouring alcohol, serving wine and draft or bottled beer, receiving and delivering food orders when appropriate, responding to guest requests, collecting and processing payment, and returning change if applicable following established procedures
Maintains a safe, sanitary, and presentable work area by securing beverage cabinets and taps, checking beverage products for appropriate temperature and freshness, replenishing as necessary, following correct beverage cooling and storage procedures, cleaning bar counters, bottles and coolers, loading and operating glass washing machine, and arranging bottles and glasses following established procedures
Provides accounting of transactions during shift by charging for the correct amount of alcohol poured, entering cash transactions into point-of-sale system, counting currency, logging guest comps, points and credit cards on to cashier drop work sheet, balancing money drawer against generated cashier report following established procedures, and reporting discrepancies to the supervisor or food services management team
Ensures responsible alcohol beverage service policies are followed by asking for proper identification from guests who appear to be under the age of 30, measuring alcohol pours, monitoring alcohol consumption, ensuring guests do not become intoxicated following established procedures, stopping alcohol service at the designated time, and clearing all alcohol containers, glasses and bottles for each venue at the time specified