Bartender (3) Openings-Kewadin Casinos

Sault Sainte Marie, MI
August 31, 2025
Part Time
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Average Pay*: $9 - $15
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Deadline date:
$11 - $11

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Job Title: Bartender (3) Openings

Company: Kewadin Casinos

Location: Sault Sainte Marie, MI

Pay: $11.23 per hour

AI Pay Analysis: An hourly rate of $11.23 for a bartender position in Sault Sainte Marie, MI, appears to be below the competitive average for this role, particularly when considering state and local living costs as well as industry standards. In Michigan, bartenders often earn higher wages, with averages typically ranging from $12 to $15 per hour before tips, which can significantly increase overall earnings. Additionally, proximity to larger urban areas or tourist locations generally influences wage levels positively for bartenders. Given this context, the listed rate may struggle to attract candidates, especially considering the essential skills and service demands associated with bartending.

Job description:

The Bartender, under the supervision of the Lead Bartender, is tasked with welcoming guests and providing outstanding food and beverage service in a courteous and timely manner, while maintaining clean and well-stocked work areas. This role demands a commitment to delivering attentive, cheerful, and professional customer service to all patrons, both internal and external, with an aim to consistently exceed their expectations.

Essential Functions: (Inclusive of, but not limited to, the following)

  • Mixes and serves drinks and food items to guests.
  • Adheres to all Kewadin policies and procedures relevant to bar service.
  • Prepares ready-to-eat foods in the bar/lounge area.
  • Verifies customer identification to ensure compliance with age requirements for alcohol purchase.
  • Maintains a fully stocked bar, ready to serve guests.
  • Cleans and organizes work and bar areas throughout the shift, ensuring readiness for subsequent shifts.
  • Prohibits service of alcoholic beverages to minors and visibly intoxicated guests.
  • Follows TIPS guidelines when serving guests.
  • Offers attentive, cheerful, courteous, and professional service to all customers.
  • Rotates inventory to guarantee freshness of products sold.
  • Prepares and cuts fruits and vegetables for garnishments as required each shift.

Additional Responsibilities: (Inclusive of, but not limited to, the following)

  • Processes cash transactions and performs reconciliations to the point-of-sale system.
  • Completes Bar Server duties as necessary.
  • Undertakes other job-related responsibilities as assigned.

Contacts:
Engages with immediate peers, colleagues in other departments, supervisors and managers, the Board of Directors, and customers.

Physical Requirements:
The position involves physically demanding tasks, including the ability to push or pull up to 160 pounds and frequently lift or carry up to 50 pounds. Physical activities include constant standing, walking, pushing/pulling, utilizing all senses, and various forms of manual handling. There is frequent exposure to noise and variable air quality, as well as extreme heat or cold, and dim lighting conditions. Potential hazards include, but are not limited to, exposure to moving mechanical parts, chemicals, and client interactions.

Requirements:

  • Education: High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
  • Experience: Prior experience as a bartender or in the food service/customer service sectors is preferred.
  • Certification/License: Completion of TIPS training and certification is required upon hire.
  • Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
    • Strong understanding of customer service standards is essential.
    • Must possess an appealing appearance and personality.
    • Basic mathematical proficiency is required.
    • Ability to thrive in high-stress situations and effectively manage challenges.
    • Excellent oral and written communication skills are necessary.
    • Must be adaptable, flexible, and available to work a range of shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, and to work extended hours when necessary.
    • Proficient in operating a telephone, POS system, glass washer, and beverage systems.
    • Ability to manage multiple transactions simultaneously.
    • Capacity to build and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, coworkers, and the public.
    • Preference will be given to Native American candidates.

Job Posting Date: Fri, 22 Aug 2025 22:07:47 GMT

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