Banquet Bartender — High-Volume Event Specialist

Specialty Restaurants Corporation; Monterey Park (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Specialty Restaurants Corporation’s Luminarias in Monterey Park, CA seeks an experienced Special Events Bartender for part-time, banquet-focused service. You will set up and stock banquet bars, craft cocktails with precision, and ensure guest satisfaction during large events.

Responsibilities include POS handling, cash reconciliation, and coordination with banquet captains and servers. Candidates need at least one year of experience, a high school diploma, and valid Food Handler and RBS

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of bartending experience, preferably in banquet, catering, hotel, resort, or high-volume event operations.
• Must successfully complete all company bartending training and validation requirements.
• Knowledge of proper jigger use, portion control, liquor laws, and responsible alcohol service practices.
• Excellent guest service and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to clearly speak, read, and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, set up, and break down banquet bars for events ranging from small gatherings to large-scale functions.
• Demonstrate knowledge of cocktails, wine, beer, and non-alcoholic beverages with precise pours and cost control.
• Mix and serve beverages accurately, efficiently, and professionally in high-volume environments.
• Provide exceptional guest service by engaging with guests in a friendly, professional manner and responding to requests during events.
• Balance cash, reconcile transactions, and operate the POS system as required.
• Stock, organize, and replenish liquor, beer, wine, mixers, garnishes, glassware, ice, and supplies.

Skills

Advanced bartending skills

Guest service

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Situational awareness

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Food Handler Certificate

RBS Certification

Tools

Jiggers

POS system

Cash handling

Job description

Specialty Restaurants Corporation’s Luminarias in Monterey Park, CA seeks an experienced Special Events Bartender for part-time, banquet-focused service. You will set up and stock banquet bars, craft cocktails with precision, and ensure guest satisfaction during large events.

Responsibilities include POS handling, cash reconciliation, and coordination with banquet captains and servers. Candidates need at least one year of experience, a high school diploma, and valid Food Handler and RBS