Apprentice Bartender
Company: Virgin Hotels
Role summary
Apprentice Bartender is a role at Virgin Hotels in Las Vegas, Nevada, United States (on-site). Posted 2026-10-22. Experience level: 5-10.
- Job title
- Apprentice Bartender
- Company
- Virgin Hotels
- Location
- Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
- Work arrangement
- on-site
- Category
- Trades & Construction
- Experience level
- 5-10
- Date posted
- 2026-10-22
If you're looking to break into the world of professional bartending, this is a fantastic way to learn the craft hands-on while working at a high-end, vibrant hotel. It’s an ideal environment to sharpen your hospitality skills and get mentored by experts without needing a formal degree to get started.
Job description
YOUR MISSION (The Job Description)
Are you an aspiring bartender? If your answer is yes and you love working behind the bar and are still learning the art of mixology, then this is the perfect opportunity for you. You will support the beverage operation of the outlet through timely bussing and resetting of the bar, running food and beverage items while engaging in polite, responsive, and timely interaction with guests and teammates including basic menu descriptions. If you can communicate, coordinate and work well with other teammates in serving our guests, then you will have a successful career with us. Most of all, we want you to have FUN since you will play a huge role in creating that memorable guest experience!
Qualifications
THE NITTY-GRITTY (The Essential Job Duties) Including but not limited to:
Support bartenders as directed with pre-shift prep, post-shift close, and in-shift maintenance.
Maintain a clean, hygienic, and organized work environment including stocking of supplies, washing and polishing glassware, folding napkins, cleaning menus, sanitizing tables, etc.
Stock the bar as necessary in accordance with company guidelines regarding liquor requisition
Explain basic details of food dishes and beverages at time of delivery to guests
Prepare basic non-alcoholic beverages such as water, coffee, tea, etc.
Be an expert in the organization of the bar and where things are in the building
WHAT IT TAKES (The Qualities We Look For)
Learn and sell extensive food menu and beverage list
Must enjoy being around and working with people
Communicate clearly in verbal and written English
Comply with all safety and health department procedures as well as all state and federal laws
Maintain a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance per hotel standards
Adhere to hotel policies including but not limited to attendance, safety, behavior.
Food Handler and TABC card is required
MUST HAVE'S
Current, legal, and unrestricted ability to work in the United States
High school or equivalent education required
Food Service Handler Card and TABC certification that is currently valid for a minimum of at least 6 months
The skills and abilities necessary for effective performance within this position are typically acquired through five (5) years bartending or similar experience or through progressive promotion and training within the Beverage department
Familiarity with superior customer service skills required
WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE'S
Preferred: 1-2 years' experience in a full-service restaurant or lounge
Learn and sell extensive food menu and beverage list
Must enjoy being around and working with people
Comply with all safety and health department procedures as well as all state and federal laws
Maintain a neat, clean, and well-groomed appearance
Adhere to hotel policies including but not limited to attendance, safety, and behavior
THE WORKING CONDITIONS
Lift and carry 50 lbs, carry and balance plates, carry kegs, wine and beer cases as necessary
Stand for periods of 8-10 hours
Communicate clearly in verbal and written English
Bend, squat and stretch in areas of limited space to perform cleaning, organization, and other duties
Work in an environment that is subject to varying levels of cold, heat, smoke, pet dander, light and sound
Incumbents are at times subject to hazards such as chemicals; proper safety precautions will be taken
This position occasionally works outside and is subject to all weather Proper clothing is provided
VALUABLE TRAITS
50% logical / 50% creative / 100% AWESOME
Enjoy working with a team and alone as the situation dictates
Adaptive, Flexible!
Embody "great attitude"
Unwavering integrity and endless work ethic
Appreciate constructive feedback, as well as graciously providing the same
Tenacious and self-motivated
*Virgin Hotels celebrates diversity and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer*