Banquet Bartender (PT) - Vast

Coury Hospitality; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Coury Hospitality seeks a Banquet Bartender to deliver outstanding guest beverage experiences across bar and banquet service. You will greet guests, recommend drinks, and prepare beverages to standardized recipes while maintaining a polished bar area.

You will handle orders in the POS, process payments, upsell where appropriate, and assist with banquet setup and breakdown. Flexibility for evenings, weekends, and holidays is required to meet guest needs.

Qualifications

• Experience in bartending or hospitality preferred.
• Strong knowledge of spirits, cocktails, and beverage service.
• Ability to follow standardized recipes and service standards.
• Confident wine service when required.
• Accurate order taking and POS entry, cash handling ability.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests promptly and create a friendly bar atmosphere.
• Present menus, answer questions, and make beverage recommendations.
• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages per recipes.
• Demonstrate knowledge of spirits and cocktail components.
• Enter beverage orders into the POS system and handle payments.
• Upsell drink specials and food items when directed.
• Assist with banquet setup and breakdown as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized bar and report maintenance concerns.
• Communicate allergies and dietary restrictions clearly on tickets.

Skills

Hospitality experience

Bar knowledge

Guest service

POS system

Multitasking

Tools

POS system

Job description

Vast is hiring for a Banquet Bartender.

You should join our team if you believe...

• That a great bar experience is about more than a well-made drink—it is about making guests feel welcomed, remembered, and cared for.
• That thoughtful beverage knowledge allows you to create personalized experiences and meaningful connections with guests.
• That great cocktails are built on quality ingredients, balance, technique, and attention to detail.
• That exceptional service means staying attentive and engaged, even during the busiest moments.
• That teamwork between the Bar, Restaurant, Banquets, and other hotel teams creates a seamless guest experience.
• That every drink and every interaction is an opportunity to create an UNMATCHED MOMENT.

You’re a great fit for this role if you love...

• Welcoming guests promptly and creating a friendly, engaging atmosphere from the moment they approach the bar.
• Presenting beverage menus, answering questions, and making thoughtful recommendations based on guest preferences.
• Preparing and serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to established recipes and service standards.
• Demonstrating strong knowledge of spirits and understanding how different ingredients and flavors work together in cocktails.
• Executing wine service when needed and confidently discussing beverage selections with guests.
• Taking beverage orders accurately from both guests and Servers and entering them promptly into the POS system.
• Upselling drink specials and food items when appropriate and directed by Management.
• Communicating allergies and dietary restrictions clearly and accurately on guest tickets.
• Taking tables in the bar or dining room when assigned by Management.
• Checking in regularly with guests to ensure they are satisfied with their food and beverages.
• Processing guest payments, credit card transactions, and change accurately.
• Assisting with the setup and breakdown of banquet spaces when needed.
• Keeping bottles, glassware, bar tools, and supplies organized, stocked, and ready for service.
• Maintaining a clean and polished bar, including counters, sinks, utensils, shelves, and storage areas.
• Reporting equipment or maintenance concerns to Management promptly.
• Responding to guest requests and concerns with professionalism, urgency, and genuine care.
• Supporting fellow Curators and helping maintain a positive, collaborative service environment.

We’re excited to have you join us because...

• You bring a genuine passion for hospitality, cocktails, spirits, wine, and creating memorable guest experiences.
• You have strong beverage knowledge and enjoy learning about new spirits, cocktails, and flavor combinations.
• You are outgoing, positive, and comfortable creating genuine connections with guests.
• You have excellent planning, organization, and guest service skills.
• You can prioritize and multitask while maintaining accuracy and hospitality during high-volume service.
• You communicate clearly and professionally with guests, coworkers, and leadership.
• You are comfortable assisting with both restaurant and banquet operations as business needs change.
• You are dependable, flexible, and willing to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and varying schedules.
• You take initiative and are willing to support your team wherever needed.
• You maintain a polished, professional appearance and understand the importance of representing Coury Hospitality at every guest touchpoint.

Education and Experience

• Previous bartending, serving, restaurant, hotel, or hospitality experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of spirits, cocktails, wine, beer, and beverage service preferred.
• Ability to prepare alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to standardized recipes.
• Ability to confidently answer guest questions and make beverage recommendations.
• Ability to execute professional wine service when required.
• Strong planning, organization, and guest service skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to accurately operate a POS system and process guest payments.
• Ability to follow food safety, sanitation, service, and cash-handling procedures.
• Ability to work effectively with Restaurant, Banquet, Culinary, and Hotel teams.
• Ability to support and assist fellow Curators during busy service periods.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on business needs.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and move throughout the bar, restaurant, and banquet areas for extended periods.
• Ability to push, pull, bend, stoop, and reach throughout the shift.
• Ability to repeatedly lift and carry items weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to safely handle glassware, bottles, bar equipment, food, beverages, and service equipment.
• Ability to assist with banquet setup and breakdown, including moving supplies and service equipment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with frequent guest interaction and changing priorities.
• Ability to maintain cleanliness and organization throughout the bar and service areas.
• Ability to remain professional, attentive, and hospitable during high-volume service periods.
• Must maintain a polished appearance and adhere to all grooming and uniform standards.

Here’s the Core of Coury Hospitality:

We have a place for you on our team if your passion is to curate UNMATCHED MOMENTS.

What else do YOU need to know...

This job posting is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. It is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities. The order in which duties and responsibilities are listed is not significant. We are an equal opportunity employer. Employment with the Company is at-will and may be terminated by either the employee or the Company at any time, with or without cause or notice.