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Join us! TAM of Nevada to Participate in Officers Down 5K Event and Community Day

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5k eventTAM® of Nevada has been a part of the Las Vegas community for over two decades. We are proud to offer an important service to local residents and businesses. Additionally, we are always happy to get involved with community events to promote safety. We are very happy to announce that TAM® of Nevada will be sponsoring the Officers Down 5K Event and Community Day in Las Vegas on Sunday, June 12th.

The OD5K-Las Vegas will benefit OfficerDown.US, which gives people a means by which to serve those who have made it their career to serve. This event recognizes officers who put their lives on the line daily to keep our communities safe, and to honor those who have fallen in the line of duty. While officers give to the community on a daily basis, it is now our time to give back.

If you’ll be attending this fantastic event, TAM® Manager Sherry Cummings and additional TAM® Staff members will be on site and participating. Please stop by and say hello! Hearing directly from frontline emergency responders and police about what issues our community is facing helps us to provide the best alcohol awareness course possible for our students, with insight on what issues to be extra vigilant about. Let’s help honor and support those officers and the work that they do!

We look forward to seeing you on Sunday, June 12th. To learn more about the services we offer, visit our website, or visit with us at the event. The event will include lunch, live music, activities, and much more, and we’d love to chat! Also be sure to stay up to date about this and other activities and events TAM® of Nevada will be attending by connecting with us on Facebook.

Event Details:

For more information, visit the Officer Down 5K website.

2601 East Sunset Road

Las Vegas, NV US 89120

  • Registration & Check-in 6:30am-7:45am
  • 5K Run/Walk 8am
  • Kids Fun Run 9am
  • Community Day 9am-1pm

Top Tips for Hosting a Successful Cinco de Mayo Celebration

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dreamstime_m_6947265Las Vegas is a city that knows how to celebrate. Establishments all across town are currently promoting Cinco de Mayo special events, and in some cases, turning it into a long weekend promotional opportunity. Is your establishment prepared to make the most of the increase in bar traffic? It’s not too late to plan an activity sure to increase sales and customer buzz.

While marked regionally in Mexico to commemorate the Battle of Puebla, Cinco de Mayo (May 5th) is a traditionally observed in the United States as a day of celebration of Mexican culture. It is a popular party night not only Mexican restaurants, but all types of bars and clubs. Much like events on St. Patrick’s Day and Valentine’s Day, marketers and business owners have upped the ante on holiday promotions in recent years.  Here are some tips to get in on the action:

  1. Special events such as Cinco de Mayo are a great opportunity to try special menu items, live music, or themed promotions. Why not offer a Mexican beer sampler or specially-priced happy-hour cocktail menu to entice your guests? Your bartenders could create a signature cocktail or themed menu items to get your guests in the celebratory mood and trying something new. For inspiration, check out Nightclub and Bar’s article, “¡Feliz Cinco de Mayo!” for some great cocktail recipes you could try mixing up for your own event.
  2. Once you have an idea for the type of promotion you’d like to run, spread the word! We recommend using social media as a way to reach both your existing customer base as well as new customers. Social media is an easy and effective way to get the word out about your events when time is of the essence. Check out our blog post, “Boost Your Bar Sales and Increase Your Guest Count with Social Media Presence and Deals,” for ideas on how to maximize your event exposure with tools like Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook. But remember; be cautious when using social media. Do not put anything on social media that you would not feel comfortable putting in a print ad.
  3. Make sure your customers are safe. Servers should be certain they are not over serving your guests when featuring special drink promotions. The atmosphere should remain light and fun for all of your patrons, while emphasizing safety. TAM® of Nevada will train you and your co-workers to provide a great celebration that will keep your patrons safe, and leave them wanting to come back and party at your next holiday event.

Looking for even more inspiration or want to visit some local events around town? Check out Vegas.com’s guide to Cinco de Mayo events around Las Vegas.

How are you planning to celebrate? Tell us about your planned event in the comments section below, or share with us on Twitter!

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Announcing our Quarterly Survey Winner

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survey winnerHave you recently finished an alcohol awareness class with TAM® of Nevada? If so, we’d like to hear from you! Here at the TAM® office, we look to our customers for feedback on their experiences with our business – from start to finish.  As a token of thanks for participation, we enter survey respondents into a quarterly drawing for a $25 Amazon.com gift card prize.

Congratulations to Jeremy T. of Las Vegas, winner of our most recent quarterly gift card giveaway!

If you’ve recently completed your TAM® course and haven’t yet completed the customer satisfaction survey, we invite you to access the survey and submit your response before our next drawing. Let us know your favorite part of the training, what you’ve learned, your experiences with staff, or ask us any questions you might have.

Our customer satisfaction survey is available to both online and classroom students. Thank you again to all of our customers for choosing TAM® of Nevada for your alcohol awareness cards. Remember to visit us on TAM of Nevada on Facebook and keep the conversation going!

Job Searching in Las Vegas? Ace Your Next Hospitality Industry Job Interview

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job searchFinding a great job in the hospitality industry can be challenging. The job market can be very competitive. Are you positioned to show hiring managers you’re the best candidate for the job? Beginning your search is only the first step. Here are some tips for putting your best foot forward and acing your next job interview.

A great way to prepare for your interview is to think about common questions that are likely to be asked, and how you’ll respond. Ask a friend to give you a mock interview. You can practice answering questions and gain helpful feedback about your answers. You want to make sure that you can impress with your confident and friendly attitude and industry knowledge. A mock interview is a great way to build up that confidence.

When you get to your interview remember to:

  1. Arrive on time or a little early to show you’re prepared. Allow yourself extra time to get to the interview, just in case. You don’t want to miss your chance because you were stuck in a traffic jam or got lost! By arriving a few minutes early, you’ll be ready to meet with a hiring manager at the scheduled time, and won’t keep them waiting while you finish paperwork.
  2. Be confident. Smile and sit up straight. Be sure to project a positive attitude and show the hiring manager you are enthusiastic about the opportunity. You can also show your interest by asking good questions about the position.
  3. Show your prepared to get to work. If you’ve already obtained your TAM® Card and/or your Food Handler Card and Sheriffs Card, you’re ahead of the curve! Let the interviewer know if you already have these mandatory requirements completed. It can work in your favor if you have your cards already and can begin work sooner.
  4. Thank the interviewer for their time. Be sure you leave on the same positive note you came in on!

Now it’s your turn. Tell us – what other tips would you give to job seekers in the hospitality industry?