Banquet Bartender (Part Time) - Marriott Virginia Beach Oceanfront

Cavalier Resort; Virginia Beach, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Pet insurance

Disability insurance

Hotel room discounts

Job summary

The Cavalier Resort is seeking a Banquet Server to assist the Banquet Manager in delivering exceptional guest experiences at our Virginia Beach oceanfront venue. You will set up bars, prepare drinks, and serve guests with a friendly, safe approach in accordance with established policies.

This role requires strong guest communication, basic knowledge of alcoholic beverages, steady hands, and the ability to work in a fast-paced banquet environment on the Virginia Beach boardwalk.

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 prepare and serve drinks.
• Ability to follow labeling and safety instructions in the hotel environment.
• Ability to stand for long periods and work in busy spaces.
• Ability to maintain professional relationships with guests and colleagues.
• Basic mathematical skills for cash handling and beverages.

Responsibilities

• Assist Banquet Manager in serving guests during banquet functions.
• Check event orders and set up bars according to policies.
• Make and serve drinks following guidelines and safety controls.
• Abide by state, federal and corporate beverage requirements.
• Maintain cleanliness and return equipment to proper areas.

Skills

Guest service

Communication

Alcohol service

Dexterity

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Math skills

Job description

About Us

HEI Hotels & Resorts is proud to welcome the Marriott Virginia Beach Oceanfront Resort to our growing portfolio of distinguished properties. Situated directly on the Virginia Beach boardwalk, this premier oceanfront destination offers sweeping Atlantic views, upscale accommodations, vibrant dining experiences, and modern meeting and event space for both leisure and business travelers. As part of the dynamic Cavalier Resort campus, the hotel delivers an elevated coastal hospitality experience in one of Virginia’s most desirable beachfront communities. At HEI, we understand that exceptional hotels are built by exceptional people. 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.

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.
• 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 as well as Vision insurance programs through EyeMed.
• Vacation, Sick and Holiday programs are available for you to rejuvenate with time off.
• Pet insurance through the ASPCA.
• Supplemental, Spousal and Child Life insurance as well as Short and Long-Term Disability plans.
• 401(k) Savings Plan with matching funds, and discounts through our 'YouDecide' and Hotel Room Discount programs.

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.

We proudly partner with DailyPay, a voluntary benefit that allows our associates access to their earnings when they want them.