Banquet Bartender

FAIRMONT; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

FAIRMONT New Orleans is seeking an experienced Banquet Bartender to prepare and serve beverages for upscale events, maintain bar stations, and ensure guest satisfaction during weddings and large-scale receptions.

You will verify guest ages, manage cash handling when needed, collaborate with Banquet, Culinary, and Event teams, and uphold luxury hospitality standards with professionalism and attention to detail. Flexible evenings, weekends, and holidays required.

Qualifications

• Experience in banquet, catering, or luxury hospitality settings.
• Strong knowledge of cocktails, wines, beers, and spirits.
• Excellent guest service and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve beverages for banquets and catered events.
• Set up, stock, and maintain bars and beverage stations before, during, and after events.
• Verify guest age and ensure responsible alcohol service.

Skills

Bartending

Guest service

Cash handling

Event support

Job description

Job Description

• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages in accordance with hotel standards, recipes, and event specifications
• Provide professional, friendly, and attentive service to guests during banquet and catered events
• Verify guest age identification and serve alcohol responsibly in accordance with Louisiana alcohol service laws and hotel policies
• Set up, stock, maintain, and break down banquet bars and beverage stations before, during, and after events
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and sanitation standards at all bar and beverage service areas
• Monitor guest alcohol consumption and address service concerns professionally and responsibly
• Accurately process beverage transactions and maintain proper cash handling procedures when applicable
• Ensure bar inventory, garnishes, glassware, and supplies are properly stocked throughout events
• Collaborate with Banquet, Culinary, and Event teams to ensure smooth and timely service execution
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and responsible alcohol service procedures
• Maintain knowledge of cocktails, wines, spirits, beer selections, and banquet beverage offerings
• Assist with special events, VIP functions, weddings, and large-scale banquet operations as assigned
• Uphold luxury hospitality standards through professionalism, attention to detail, and exceptional guest engagement

Qualifications:
Qualifications

• Previous bartending experience required; banquet, catering, hotel, or luxury hospitality experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of cocktails, wine, beer, spirits, and beverage preparation techniques
• Excellent guest service and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume banquet environment
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
• Ability to maintain professionalism and composure during busy events and service periods
• Professional appearance and demeanor required
• Ability to work flexible schedules including evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended shifts as operationally required
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
• Must meet Louisiana legal requirements for alcohol service
• Must possess or be able to obtain a valid Louisiana Responsible Vendor (RV) Server Permit
• Must possess or be able to obtain any required food safety certifications in accordance with local and state regulations

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.