Hotel Banquet Server and Bartender for Events

Meadowbrook Inn; Blowing Rock (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative hospitality team

Variety of engaging events

Training and development

Professional hotel environment

Job summary

Meadowbrook Corporation in Blowing Rock, NC, seeks a motivated hospitality professional to support banquet and event service in a dynamic hotel environment. You will set up spaces, greet guests, and ensure service standards are met during meetings, receptions, and special events, delivering attentive food and beverage service with professionalism.

This role also blends bartending responsibilities with accuracy in beverage preparation and cash handling when needed.

Qualifications

• Experience in banquet, catering, restaurant service, or bartending preferred.
• Able to work in a fast-paced guest-focused environment with a high level of professionalism.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Knowledge of responsible alcohol service practices and local beverage service regulations.
• Ability to stand, walk, lift, carry, and move quickly for extended periods during events.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and varied schedules based on event needs.

Responsibilities

• Set up banquet and event spaces according to specifications.
• Provide courteous, efficient food and beverage service during meetings, receptions, banquets, and special events.
• Prepare and serve beverages in accordance with established recipes, procedures, and responsible alcohol service guidelines.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of service areas, bars, carts, and storage spaces throughout each event.
• Assist with pre-event preparation, including glassware, linen, beverage stations, and equipment setup.
• Monitor guest needs and respond promptly to requests with professionalism and attention to detail.
• Support team members by clearing, resetting, and breaking down event spaces efficiently.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and alcohol compliance standards.
• Process beverage transactions accurately when required and follow cash-handling procedures.
• Communicate effectively with banquet leadership, culinary teams, and fellow service staff to ensure smooth event execution.

Skills

Guest-focused service

Strong communication

Teamwork

Alcohol service knowledge

Cash handling

Job description

We are seeking a motivated, guest-focused hospitality professional to support banquet and event service in a dynamic hotel environment. This role combines attentive food and beverage service with bartending responsibilities to help create seamless, memorable experiences for guests and clients. The ideal candidate is dependable, polished, and thrives in fast-paced event settings.

Responsibilities

• Set up banquet and event spaces according to event specifications and service standards.
• Provide courteous, efficient food and beverage service during meetings, receptions, banquets, and special events.
• Prepare and serve beverages in accordance with established recipes, procedures, and responsible alcohol service guidelines.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of service areas, bars, carts, and storage spaces throughout each event.
• Assist with pre-event preparation, including glassware, linen, beverage stations, and equipment setup.
• Monitor guest needs and respond promptly to requests with professionalism and attention to detail.
• Support team members by clearing, resetting, and breaking down event spaces efficiently.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and alcohol compliance standards.
• Process beverage transactions accurately when required and follow cash-handling procedures.
• Communicate effectively with banquet leadership, culinary teams, and fellow service staff to ensure smooth event execution.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in banquet service, catering, restaurant service, or bartending preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, guest-oriented environment with a high level of professionalism.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Knowledge of responsible alcohol service practices and local beverage service regulations.
• Ability to stand, walk, lift, carry, and move quickly for extended periods during events.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and varied schedules based on event needs.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering excellent guest experiences.
• Basic math skills and ability to handle point-of-sale or cash transactions when needed.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in hotel banquets, conference services, or upscale event hospitality.
• Familiarity with wine, beer, and classic cocktail service.
• Understanding of banquet setup, tray service, and plated or buffet-style service procedures.
• Certification in responsible beverage service or equivalent training, if applicable.

What We Offer

• A supportive and collaborative hospitality team.
• Opportunities to work a variety of engaging events.
• Training and development within a professional hotel environment.
• The chance to contribute to exceptional guest experiences.