Banquet - On Call / Bartender

The Broadmoor; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Local discounts

Job summary

The Broadmoor in Colorado Springs is seeking a Banquet Bartender to manage an extensive wine and spirits list and deliver attentive service at the bar. You will work with kitchen and floor staff to ensure an upscale dining experience and maintain cleanliness and accuracy in orders and inventory.

Ideal candidates have upscale bartending experience, strong mixology and wine-pairing skills, and the ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Previous hospitality or upscale bartending experience preferred; however, an equivalent combination will be considered.
• Advanced mixology, wine pairing, and spirit heritage.
• Ability to utilize Microsoft Office tools for documentation and email communication.
• A highly motivated team player who connects easily with colleagues and drives results through collaboration.
• Excellent communication skills, negotiation, conflict resolution, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to lift, pull, or push up to 50 lbs. with proper safety practices.
• Flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays, as required by events.
• Reasonable accommodation provided for individuals with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Mix cocktails with precise measurements, glassware, and garnishes.
• Greet guests, take orders, and recommend wine, spirits, and pairings.
• Fulfill drink orders for dining room servers and bar guests.
• Maintain knowledge of the menu, wine lists, and allergen information.
• Monitor stock levels and keep the bar clean and organized.
• Report tips in accordance with IRS regulations.
• Ensure compliance with Broadmoor guidelines, safety policies, and standards.
• Learn Broadmoor’s history and offerings.

Skills

Hospitality experience

Upscale bartending

Advanced mixology

Wine pairing

Spirit heritage

Microsoft Office

Team player

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: Bartender

Job Department: Food & Beverages - Restaurants

Job Pay Range: $16.00 - $32.00 / hour (Inclusive of hourly pay rate + service charge)

• Breakdown: Based on $2.17 per hour base wage + service charge commission paid per shift; historically, this position averages service charge commission earnings of $13.00 - $30.00 per hour. Service charges fluctuate based on the time of year.
• This position always earns at least the current Colorado minimum wage $15.16 per hour.

Job Summary

As a Banquet Bartender, you will manage an extensive wine and spirits list, and provide attentive, personalized service to guests at the bar. Maintain strict cleanliness, guide guests through food-and-drink pairings, and work closely with the kitchen and floor staff to ensure an upscale dining experience. Learn more about Broadmoor here.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Mix classic and craft cocktails with precise measurements, proper glassware, and sophisticated garnishes.
• Greet bar guests warmly, take drink orders, and offer expert recommendations on wine, spirits, and menu pairings.
• Promptly fulfill drink orders for dining room servers while managing full service for guests seated directly at the bar.
• Maintain deep knowledge of the restaurant’s entire food menu, seasonal or daily specials, wine lists, and allergen information.
• Monitor stock levels, handle precise daily inventory, and keep bar impeccably clean, polished, and organized.
• Monitor guest alcohol consumption responsibly and adhere to all health and sanitation rules.
• Communicate with serving staff and kitchen staff to ensure accuracy of orders and proper timing of service.
• Know the table numbers and pivot points for all areas of the restaurant.
• Report tips in accordance with IRS regulations.
• Ensure complete compliance with The Broadmoor guidelines, operational procedures, safety policies, and institutional standards for excellence (Forbes Travel Guide and AAA Five-Diamond).
• Maintain a willingness to learn about The Broadmoor’s history, estate grounds, wilderness properties, culinary offerings, and retail outlets.
• Execute additional duties and responsibilities as required.

Performs other duties as assigned. - This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that additional or different tasks be performed when circumstances change.

What we are looking for

• Minimum of a high school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) equivalent.
• Previous experience in hospitality or upscale bartending is highly preferred; however, an equivalent combination of relevant education and professional background will be considered.
• Advanced mixology, wine pairing, and spirit heritage.
• Ability to utilize Microsoft Office tools for documentation and email communication.
• A highly motivated team player who connects easily with colleagues and drives results through positive energy and seamless collaboration.
• Excellent communication skills, negotiation, conflict resolution and ability to work in fast-paced environment.
• Ability to lift, pull, or push up to 50 lbs. with assistance and proper safety practices.
• Flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays, as required by the calendar of events.
• Reasonable accommodation will be provided for individuals with disabilities.

Why Choose The Broadmoor?

Join the team at the world’s longest-running Five-Star, Five-Diamond Resort. At The Broadmoor, we invest in your future with comprehensive benefits, professional growth, and mentorship from top industry experts.

• Benefits: We empower our team with a rewards package including comprehensive health and dental insurance, a 401(k)-retirement plan, and exclusive local discounts.
• Career Development: Your growth is our priority. Whether you are seeking a seasonal position or a long-term career, we provide the hands‑on development and training you need to succeed.