Banquet Bartender - AVI

The Hotel at Avalon; Virginia Beach (VA); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Dental coverage

Vision Insurance

Vacation & Holidays

Pet Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Plan with match

Employee Discounts

DailyPay earnings access

Job summary

HEI Hotels & Resorts is seeking a Banquet Server at The Historic Cavalier Hotel and Beach Club in Virginia Beach. You will assist the Banquet Manager to deliver exceptional guest experiences during events.

Role emphasizes bar setup, drink preparation, and adherence to safety and quality standards, with opportunities to grow within a luxury coastal property.

Qualifications

• Hotel experience or similar preferred.
• Must communicate well with guests.
• Must have basic knowledge of service of various alcoholic beverages.
• Sufficient manual dexterity to groom garnish, handle glassware and bottles.
• Ability to comprehend labeling instructions for safe use of products.
• Ability to stand and work in confined spaces for long periods.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and guests.
• Basic mathematical skills required.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to adapt communication style for different audiences.

Responsibilities

• Check Banquet Event Orders to determine function, guests and bar type.
• Set up portable bar in function area according to policies.
• Make and serve drinks following guidelines and safety controls.
• Abide by state, federal and corporate alcohol requirements.
• Remove trash and liquor glasses from tables and function area.
• Return bar to storeroom after function.
• Breakdown and clean bar surfaces and equipment.
• Return all equipment to proper area.
• Comply with attendance rules and be available regularly.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Hotel experience

Guest communication

Alcoholic beverages knowledge

Manual dexterity

Labeling instructions understanding

Standing for long periods

Interpersonal skills

Math skills

Verbal & written communication

Adapt communication style

Job description

About Us

About Us HEI Hotels & Resorts is proud to welcome The Historic Cavalier Hotel and Beach Club, Autograph Collection, to our growing portfolio of distinguished properties. Overlooking the Atlantic Ocean from Virginia Beach’s North End, this iconic luxury hotel blends historic charm with modern sophistication. Featuring elegantly curated guest rooms, award-winning dining, a luxury spa, on-site bourbon distillery and exceptional service, the property delivers a premier hospitality experience and is recognized as one of the East Coast’s most celebrated coastal destinations.

Our continued success is driven by our associates — the heart of every guest experience. Where people choose to work matters. In return for that choice, we are committed to providing competitive compensation and benefits, industry-leading tools and training, and a culture that empowers growth and excellence.

Simply put, we honor the privilege of our associates choosing HEI by investing in them — ensuring they thrive, grow, and elevate every property we serve.

You may be the perfect candidate for this or for other roles within our organization!

Compensation

Salary Range: $2.13 - $2.13 Hourly

Tipped/Service Charge Eligible? Yes

Discretionary Performance Bonus Eligible? No

Overview

Assist Banquet Manager in the serving of guests during banquet functions to ensure positive guest experience.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• 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.
• Make and serve drinks to guests in a friendly, courteous, and timely manner following established guidelines, policies and procedures regarding beverages and safety controls are prescribed by the company, the state and the hotel.
• Abide by all State, Federal and Corporate requirements pertaining to serving alcoholic beverages.
• Remove all trash and liquor glasses from tables, tablecloths, trash and liquor from function area.
• Return bar to storeroom.
• Breakdown, clean bar thoroughly; wipe surface areas and empty water in portable bar.
• Return all equipment and supplies to proper area.
• Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis.
• Perform any other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills

• Hotel experience or similar preferred.
• Must communicate well with guests.
• Must have basic knowledge of service of various alcoholic beverages.
• Sufficient manual dexterity in hands in order to use a knife to make garnish, pick up glassware and bottles, scoop ice, mix drinks, and reach overhead to retrieve stock with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to comprehend written product labeling instructions to enable the safe application of products and processes within the hotel.
• Ability to stand and work in confined spaces for long periods of time with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, customers and patrons.
• Basic mathematical skills required.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences, such as effectively communicating with supervisors, coworkers, public etc.

Benefits

• Competitive Medical and Dental programs through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield.
• Vision insurance programs through EyeMed.
• Vacation, Sick and Holiday programs.
• Pet insurance through the ASPCA.
• Supplemental, Spousal and Child Life insurance.
• Short and Long-Term Disability plans.
• 401(k) Savings Plan with matching funds.
• Discounts through our 'YouDecide' and Hotel Room Discount programs.
• We proudly partner with DailyPay, a voluntary benefit that allows our associates access to their earnings when they want them.

Equal Opportunity Employer

HEI Hotels and Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.