Banquet Bartender (Casual)

Cherry Valley Hotel; Halifax; Hybrid; CAD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Westin Nova Scotian in Halifax is seeking an experienced Banquet Bartender to elevate events from corporate functions to weddings and social celebrations. You will blend beverage knowledge with hospitality to create a lively, organized bar experience during fast-paced banquets.

Your role involves greeting guests, preparing garnishes, managing inventory, and delivering beverages while ensuring safety and compliance with liquor laws. Flexible evenings, weekends, and holidays are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year bartending or high-volume beverage experience.
• Valid Serve Right certification required.
• Knowledge of liquor, wine, beer, and cocktail preparation.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Strong communication, multitasking, and guest service skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests and provide prompt, courteous beverage service.
• Prepare bar garnishes, juices, and setups in advance of events.
• Mix and serve beverages according to hotel standards; handle cash when required.
• Keep the bar area clean, stocked, and well-organized during events.
• Follow liquor laws and hotel policies; monitor guest consumption.
• Read and execute Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) for setup and service.

Skills

Beverage knowledge

Guest service

Multitasking

Communication

Cash handling

Education

Serve Right certification

Job description

Westin Nova Scotian
1181 Hollis St
Halifax, NS B3H2P6, CAN

Description

As a Banquet Bartender, you play a key front-of-house role in elevating every event—from corporate functions to weddings and social celebrations. With your strong knowledge of beverages, attention to detail, and engaging personality, you create a lively and welcoming bar experience for every guest. You thrive in a fast-paced banquet environment, balancing efficiency with genuine hospitality to ensure smooth, seamless service.

You love people and enjoy a crowd, but prefer the structured energy of banquet events over a traditional lounge setting. With your knowledge of current liquor, wine, and cocktail trends, you craft quality beverages while maintaining a professional and organized bar. You multitask with ease, ensuring guests are served promptly and responsibly while keeping the event running flawlessly. As a Banquet Bartenderyou will:

• Be a Crowd Pleaser – Greet guests with a friendly, outgoing attitude and provide prompt, courteous beverage service. Engage with guests, make recommendations, and create a welcoming, enjoyable atmosphere while monitoring responsible alcohol consumption.
• Master the Bar – Prepare garnishes, juices, and bar setups in advance of events. Ensure liquor is counted, stocked, and organized for each function while maintaining proper rotation and inventory control.
• Deliver Professional Service – Mix and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to hotel standards. Handle cash and credit transactions accurately when required and follow all established policies and procedures.
• Maintain Cleanliness & Organization – Keep the bar area, glassware, and service stations clean, sanitary, and well-stocked throughout the event. Efficiently clean and reset the bar after each function.
• Promote Safety & Compliance – Follow all local liquor laws and hotel policies regarding alcohol service. Monitor guest consumption, ensure safe service practices, and involve management when necessary.
• Execute Event Details – Read and understand Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) to ensure bar setup and service align with event requirements. Assist with the setup and teardown of banquet bars and prepare for upcoming events.

Job Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year of bartending or progressive food & beverage experience, preferably in a high-volume or banquet environment
• Valid Serve Right certification required
• Knowledge of liquor, wine, beer, and cocktail preparation
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods
• Strong communication, multitasking, and guest service skills
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Additional Job Duties

• Prepare bar fruit, garnishes, and juices with proper rotation
• Set up, stock, and break down banquet bar stations
• Count and organize liquor for each event
• Ensure soda systems and bar equipment are functioning properly
• Clean and polish glassware; maintain bar cleanliness at all times
• Mix and serve beverages in accordance with hotel standards
• Open and prepare wine service for banquet dinners
• Handle cash bar transactions and follow proper cash procedures
• Read and execute Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) accurately
• Upsell beverages and promote hotel amenities when appropriate
• Comply with all safety, sanitation, and liquor laws
• Assist with loss prevention and report any concerns to management
• Maintain professionalism, accountability, and strong work ethic
• Keep supervisors informed of any issues or guest concerns
• Perform other duties as assigned