Job Description

The Banquet Bartender is responsible for providing beverage and food service to guests in a friendly, courteous, and timely manner. This role ensures guest satisfaction while maintaining proper bar setup, sanitation, and compliance with all safety and liquor regulations.

Available Shifts:

• On call

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Set up the bar daily, including requisitioning and stocking beer, wine, spirits, mixers, garnishes, condiments, glassware, paper products, straws, and stirrers.
• Maintain quality of all perishable items by properly cutting, storing, and rotating fruit, juices, and garnishes.
• Greet guests in a courteous manner, take and document beverage orders, and prepare drinks according to standard recipes with proper portion control.
• Operate the point-of-sale (POS) system to input orders, create checks, and ensure accurate recordkeeping for all beverages served.
• Handle guest payments, make change, verify charges, and complete cash drops and voucher documentation to balance all transactions.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the bar area in compliance with health and safety standards.
• Follow “Teamwork” and “Clean as You Go” practices.
• Read and understand Banquet Event Orders (BEOs), including start times and beverage requirements.
• After events, remove inventory and equipment, return glassware, and store all items properly.Report to the Banquet Captain regarding challenges, guest feedback, or additional requests.
• Attend departmental meetings and complete required ABC training.
• Respond promptly to directions from the Banquet Captain and work cooperatively with banquet staff.
• Adhere to all state, federal, and company liquor laws and policies, including responsible service practices.
• Perform additional duties as assigned (e.g., assisting with disorderly guests, supporting banquet setup, special guest requests).

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

• Must be 21 years or older.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior bartending experience required; banquet bartending experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of beverage order processing systems.
• Must be available to work flexible shifts, weekends and holidays.
• Basic knowledge of food and beverage preparation, service standards, and drink recipes.
• Strong knowledge of liquor laws and responsible service practices.
• Basic math and computer skills required for POS operation, cash handling, and inventory documentation.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English; multilingual skills a plus.
• Strong interpersonal and guest service skills with the ability to remain professional under pressure.
• Must be neat, clean, and well-groomed in accordance with uniform standards.

Certifications, Licenses, and/or Registrations:

• Gaming license/registration as required by jurisdiction(s).

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 25 lbs. regularly and transport up to 125 lbs. occasionally.
• Ability to stand and work in a fast-paced, confined environment for extended periods.
• Manual dexterity required to handle knives, glassware, bottles, ice, and bar equipment.
• Ability to reach, bend, and stoop as needed for stocking and bar setup.
• Ability to work in an environment with moderate to loud noise, bright lights, smoke, and dust.