Event Bartender for Weddings & Banquets

Crescent Hotels & Resorts; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

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Job summary

Crescent Hotels & Resorts is seeking a Banquet Bartender at Hilton Orrington Evanston to provide efficient beverage service for weddings, meetings, and hotel events. You will set up banquet bars, serve beverages, verify ages per Illinois law, and ensure smooth, compliant service in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires strong guest-service skills, beverage knowledge, and the ability to handle high-volume events while maintaining accuracy and professionalism.

Qualifications

• Previous bartending, banquet, restaurant, or hotel experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of beer, wine, spirits, classic cocktails, and standard bar equipment.
• Strong communication, guest-service, teamwork, and basic math skills.
• Must meet the legal age requirement to serve alcoholic beverages in Illinois.

Responsibilities

• Set up, stock, and break down banquet bars according to event orders and hotel standards.
• Prepare and serve alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages promptly, consistently, and with accurate portions.
• Verify guest age and follow Illinois liquor laws, responsible-service practices, and hotel alcohol policies.
• Welcome guests, explain beverage options, and respond professionally to special requests.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary bar throughout each event.
• Process guest payments when required and accurately reconcile cash, receipts, and charges.
• Monitor inventory, minimize waste, and promptly report shortages or concerns.
• Coordinate with banquet servers, culinary staff, event captains, and managers to support seamless service.
• Follow food safety, workplace safety, security, and emergency procedures.
• Assist with related banquet duties as business needs require.

Skills

Bartending experience

Customer service

Cash handling

Attention to detail

Illinois liquor laws knowledge

Job description

Crescent Hotels & Resorts is seeking a Banquet Bartender at Hilton Orrington Evanston to provide efficient beverage service for weddings, meetings, and hotel events. You will set up banquet bars, serve beverages, verify ages per Illinois law, and ensure smooth, compliant service in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires strong guest-service skills, beverage knowledge, and the ability to handle high-volume events while maintaining accuracy and professionalism.