Banquet Bartender

About the role

General Purpose: The Banquet Bartender provides timely, accurate and friendly service while preparing the highest quality beverages for each guest.

Specific Responsibilities

• Follows all steps of service.
• Provides superior service behind the bar by preparing drinks according to recipe standards.
• Knows drink names, ingredients, method of preparation, appropriate glassware, and garnishes.
• Knows all wines by the glass and at least 5 wines in each category on the wine list in varying price ranges and styles.
• Knows specialty beverages, i.e. single malt scotches, cognacs, specialty drinks, beer list.
• Knows all menu descriptions of bar menu and dining room menu.
• Ensures all stock is up to par levels.
• Completes daily inventory and inform servers/managers/bar back of any changes.
• Verifies all guests are at least 21 years of age.
• Provides prompt, accurate report of all income received during shift.
• Sells beverages responsibly with customer's best interest in mind.
• Maintains smooth flow of service between bar and server requests.
• Completes all sidework as outlined in manual.
• Reports to work on time and ready to work scheduled shift.
• Maintains a positive, friendly attitude with co-workers and guests.
• Maintains a clean, orderly appearance of the restaurant service area.
• Assists with/executes any and all tasks as assigned by supervisor.
• Fills in for server shifts when needed.
• Follows all proper sanitation guidelines.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Able to work flexible hours (nights, weekends).
• Responsible, dependable, punctual.
• Strong communication skills; must be able to speak, read and understand English.
• Clean and professional appearance.
• Demonstrates enthusiasm for all things 21c.
• Exhibits strong beverage knowledge.
• Must pass a background check.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to stand and walk for long periods of time.
• Requires lifting of up to 50 lbs.