Banquet Bartender: Elevate Guest Experience & Service

Inn-At-Middletown; Middletown (CT); On-site; USD 20,664 - 35,817; Full time

Job summary

Inn-At-Middletown is seeking a personable banquet service professional to join our hospitality team. You will prepare and serve beverages, set up bars, and deliver attentive service during events, ensuring guest satisfaction and adherence to venue standards.

In a fast-paced, event-driven environment, you will collaborate with banquet servers, culinary teams, and event staff to execute service plans, maintain bar cleanliness, and manage guest requests with professionalism and courtesy.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in bartending, banquet service, hospitality, or food and beverage service preferred.
• Knowledge of beverage preparation, bar setup, and service standards.
• Understanding of responsible alcohol service practices and compliance requirements.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work in a busy, event-driven environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift or move supplies as needed.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and varying event schedules.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages for banquet events with consistency and accuracy.
• Set up, stock, and maintain bar areas before, during, and after events.
• Deliver friendly, attentive, and efficient service to guests and event attendees.
• Verify guest eligibility and comply with all applicable laws, policies, and responsible alcohol service standards.
• Monitor inventory levels, restock supplies, and communicate needs to management or event leadership.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and sanitation standards in all bar and service areas.
• Process drink orders, handle payments when required, and ensure accurate transactions.
• Work collaboratively with banquet servers, culinary teams, and event staff to support smooth service.
• Respond professionally to guest requests and resolve service concerns in a courteous manner.
• Follow event timelines and adapt quickly to changing service needs.

Skills

Bartending experience

Hospitality experience

Customer service

Communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Adaptability

Job description

Inn-At-Middletown is seeking a personable banquet service professional to join our hospitality team. You will prepare and serve beverages, set up bars, and deliver attentive service during events, ensuring guest satisfaction and adherence to venue standards.

In a fast-paced, event-driven environment, you will collaborate with banquet servers, culinary teams, and event staff to execute service plans, maintain bar cleanliness, and manage guest requests with professionalism and courtesy.