Out of the Heat

Well I've had it with the heat already...we're already hitting the mid 40s this week, (45C) today, and there's no end in sight. I've moved in from valet into the bar. Apprenticing right now , but should be bartending soon. I've been stocking and assisting the bartenders trying to get a sense of the process involved. There are no porters so we're responsible for taking deliveries, inventory control, complete prep food garnishes, liquor and gaming compliance for 100k drinks per month through a single bar...pretty hectic pace and I received just under 2 hours training as my manage felt I could "pick it up along the way". This has not helped out my fellow bartenders as I'm fairly clueless behind a bar...get me in front of one and I'm golden! The boss is stretched to his limits though and I'm quite comfortable being thrown into new positions...so it's working out. My partners have been at the property for 14 years each and they are very familiar with the crowd and the system so I feel really confident I'm going to do well here. And the women that I work with are great...all friendly, patient and understanding. I'm lovin it right now!

VP