Banquet Server / Bartender

941 Management LLC; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

The Manchester Hotel in Lexington, KY is seeking an Event Server to deliver outstanding guest service during events and bookings. You will take orders, serve beverages, assist with setup and teardown, and work with the B&C team to ensure smooth service.

The role emphasizes strong English communication, professional appearance, and beverage knowledge. Candidates should be able to lift up to 50 pounds, stand for long periods, and thrive in a fast-paced team environment.

Qualifications

• Basic math skills required.
• Strong communication, must be able to speak, read and understand English.
• Clean and professional appearance.
• Beverage knowledge including spirits, beer, wine, bourbon.
• Must pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Hands on execution of events and coordination with B&C teammates.
• Interact with Event Captains and Event Manager to ensure excellent service.
• Fulfills setup and teardown of events per BEO and requirements.
• Provide excellent customer service to all guests at hotel/restaurant events.
• Take orders, serve drinks, and clear tables as needed.
• Follow steps of service for each event type.

Skills

Basic math

Strong communication

English language

Clean appearance

Beverage knowledge

Job description

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Lexington, KY, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1041

Salary Range: $15.00 To $15.00 Hourly

The Manchester Hotel

Kentucky poet Wendell Berry once said of his home soil, “What I stand for is
what I stand on.” The Manchester follows suit — a handsome monument built to Lexington Kentucky’s unbridled enthusiasm, warm Southern light, and full-galloped feeling.

General Purpose:

The Event Server is committed to great customer service and has a passion for promoting The Manchester. The Event Server is thorough, task-oriented, can effectively complete tasks of varying importance and can dependably hop into any position within their department at any given time. The Event Server is willing and able to be a part of a diverse workforce serving a diverse clientele and can relate to people from a variety of backgrounds.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Hands on execution of event while working with other B&C teammates
• Interacts with Event Captains and Event Manager throughout function to ensure excellent event service.
• Fulfills any and all set-up and tear down of events per BEO, Req sheet, and Event Captain.
• Executes excellent customer service to all guests in hotel/restaurant, not just those attending event.
• Takes orders from guests, serves food and drinks, and clears tables as necessary.
• Follows the steps of service for each specific type of event.
• Demonstrates knowledge of procedures, terminology and techniques used in the B&C department.
• Demonstrates knowledge of ingredients of all food and beverage items served and available for the function.
• Knows hours, features and services offered by The Manchester, Granddam, and Lost Palm.
• Demonstrates a positive, proactive and motivated attitude in any situation.
• Able to work in a team for large events and solo for smaller meetings.
• Reports to work on time and ready to work scheduled shift.

Qualifications:

• Basic math skills.
• Strong communication skills; must be able to speak, read and understand English.
• Clean and professional appearance.
• Beverage knowledge (spirits & beer/wine/especially Bourbon).
• Must pass a background check.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to carry full cocktail tray comfortably.
• Must be able to stand and walk for long periods of time
• Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds

The Manchester Hotel is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristic. The EEO is the Law poster is available here: http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/poster.cfm