Catering Banquet Bartender

The Henry Ford; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 18,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

The Henry Ford in Dearborn, MI is seeking Banquet Bartenders to serve guests during daytime and evening functions. Join a nonprofit cultural destination known for authentic stories and hospitality.

You will check IDs, mix drinks, set up bars, break down after events, and work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. Previous bartending experience and a valid Michigan driver's license are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Valid Michigan Driver's License is required.
• Previous bartending experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Sets up bar with beverages, mixers, garnishes, glassware, napkins and straws for events.
• Transports and handles all banquet equipment with care.
• Checks IDs per state laws and Henry Ford policies.
• Prepares cocktails and pours drinks quickly and accurately for guests.

Skills

Good communication

Judgment calls

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Henry Ford is a nonprofit organization, an internationally recognized cultural destination, and a one-of-a-kind workplace. The Henry Ford provides unique educational experiences based on authentic objects, stories, and lives from America's traditions of ingenuity, resourcefulness and innovation. Our purpose is to inspire people to learn from these traditions to help shape a better future. Our team is inspired daily by one another as well as the authentic stories of innovation that we share across our four venues. We want you to be part of this legacy and take it forward and that aligns with our core values of being Welcoming, Curious, Authentic, and Passionate.

We are currently accepting Banquet Bartender applications. The Henry Ford's Banquet Bartenders are responsible for serving guests alcoholic and non‑alcoholic beverages during daytime and evening banquet functions. Properly checks guests’ IDs to insure legal drinking age, monitors guest consumption of alcoholic beverages.

Essential Responsibilities

• Sets up bar with all beverages, mixers, garnishes, polished glassware, napkins, and straws that are necessary for the event.
• Transports and handles all banquet equipment properly and with care.
• Check IDs per the state and The Henry Ford policies.
• Prepares cocktails, pours and mixes drinks quickly and accurately in a customer service-oriented manner.
• Breaks down bar of supplies, cleans up bar area in event space of all banquet equipment. (trash, glassware, beer carts). Wipes down bars and returns to proper storage area.
• Contributes to the overall effectiveness of team management of all problems, issues and opportunities.
• Acts as a team player and provides expertise within the team and with other teams as appropriate.

Your Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid Michigan Driver's License
• Previous bartending experience

Special Skills

• Good communication skills
• Ability to make good judgment calls

This is a physical position that requires frequent standing and walking and lifting up to 50 lbs. May be exposed to adverse conditions and weather extremes.