Banquet Bartender
- Location
- Holiday Inn Express, Latham, NY, US
- Workplace
- On-site
- Compensation
- Up to $16
About this role
Hotel Bartender & Banquet Bartender Opportunities Available!
Pay: From $16.00 per hour plus tips
Job Type: Part-time
Reports to: Food & Beverage Manager
Location: 400 Old Loudon Rd, Latham, NY 12110
Company: Holiday Inn Express and Suites- Latham
Holiday Inn Express & Suites is seeking a friendly, reliable, and experienced Banquet Bartender to provide exceptional beverage service at on-site events, meetings, and special occasions. The ideal candidate is customer-focused, professional, and thrives in a fast-paced, event-driven environment.
Responsibilities include but not limited to:
- Set up, stock, and break down banquet bar areas according to event specifications
- Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages in a timely and responsible manner
- Interact with guests in a courteous, engaging, and professional way
- Ensure compliance with all state and local alcohol service laws
- Maintains full knowledge of beer products and descriptions.
- Knowledgeable of proper glassware and pouring techniques.
- Knowledgeable of wine, liquor and other featured beverages.
- Can prepare tap cocktails to recipe specifications and serving procedures.
- Knowledgeable about bar food offerings and current promotions.
- Monitor guest alcohol consumption and handle difficult situations appropriately
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bar area before, during, and after events
- Accurately track and report beverage usage and inventory
- Work collaboratively with banquet servers, event staff, and management to ensure smooth event execution
- Washes glassware according to proper sanitation guidelines.
- Follows opening/closing checklists to prepare for business and close down at end of shift.
Qualifications
- Must be over 21
- Previous bartending experience required; banquet or hotel experience preferred
- TIPS/Serve Safe/ ATAP certified preferred
- Strong customer service and communication skills
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 30 lbs.
- Understands basic money handling and can make proper change and process credit card transactions.
- Professional appearance and demeanor
- Commitment to excellent guest service
- Position requires multi-tasking abilities
- Able to Bend, stoop, and kneel
- To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Evening, weekend, and holiday hours may be required
- Fast paced environment
- Moderate to high noise level
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