Banquet Bartender

The Westin DFW Airport; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Full time

Job summary

The Westin DFW Airport in Irving, TX is seeking a Banquet Bartender to set up, tend, and break down bars for events while upholding service and sustainability standards.

Responsibilities include checking banquet event orders, preparing beverages, and complying with all alcohol service regulations. Some holidays and weekends required; EHS guidelines must be followed. Training may be provided as needed.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous banquets bartending experience or equivalent training.
• TIPS certification a plus.
• Food sanitation certification required within 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Check Banquet Event Orders to determine function, guest count and bar type.
• Set up portable bar in function area per policies.
• Follow guidelines for beverage preparation and serving.
• Adhere to state, federal and corporate alcohol-service requirements.
• Follow cash handling policies and procedures.
• Clear tables and remove trash/liquor from the function area.
• Break down and clean bar, wipe surfaces and empty water from portable bar.
• Return equipment to proper area after events.
• Observe MSDS and OSHA safety standards and wear protective gear.
• Perform other duties as requested by management.

Skills

Banquet bartending

Customer service

Cash handling

Safety compliance

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Food sanitation certification

TIPS certification (plus)

Job description

Opportunity: Banquet Bartender

Set up, tend and break down banquet bars in accordance with established guest service and sustainability standards.

Potential Career Path

Bartender – Bar Manager – Assistant Restaurant Manager

Essential Job Functions

• Check Banquet Event Orders to determine function, number of guests and type of bar (house, premium, cash, open, etc.)
• Set up portable bar in function area according to standard policies and procedures.
• Follow established guidelines, policies and procedures regarding making beverages.
• Abide by state, federal and corporate requirements pertaining to serving alcoholic beverages.
• Abide by HHM cash handling policies and procedures.
• Remove all trash and liquor glasses from tables, and remove tablecloths, trash and liquor from function area.
• Break down and clean bar thoroughly; wipe surface areas and empty water in portable bar.
• Return all equipment and supplies to proper area.
• Practice safe work habits, wear protective safety equipment and follow MSDS and OSHA standards.
• Perform other duties as requested by management.

Position Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous bartending/banquet experience or equivalent training.
• TIPS Certification a plus.
• Food Sanitation Certification required within 90 days of employment.

Work Environment and Context

• Work schedule varies and will include working on holidays and weekends.
• Requires standing for extended periods, walking, pushing, lifting up to 35 pounds, bending and reaching, stooping, kneeling, or crouching.

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