Lead Banquet Bartender

Cherokee Town and Country Club; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA) and FSA

401(k) with employer match up to 5%

Paid time off

Holiday Pay

Holiday Bonus

Employee scholarships

Job summary

Cherokee Town & Country Club in Atlanta seeks an exceptional Lead Banquet Bartender to join our Food & Beverage team. You’ll lead bar service for banquet events, delivering memorable experiences for members and guests with hands-on bartending and team leadership.

Requirements include experience in high-end venues, 21+ years of age, and strong cocktail and wine knowledge. Benefits include medical/dental/vision, 401(k) with employer match, PTO, and more.

Qualifications

• Prior banquet bartending experience in high-end venues.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Strong knowledge of cocktails and wine.
• Professional, confident, and hospitality-focused.
• Willing to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the banquet bartending team at events.
• Welcome members and guests and exceed expectations.
• Bartend with creativity and hospitality.
• Provide wine service and cocktail presentation.
• Represent Cherokee at weddings and private events.

Skills

Cocktail knowledge

Wine knowledge

Hospitality

Team leadership

Evening/weekend shift

Job description

Description

Cherokee Town & Country Club, one of the nation's premier private clubs, is seeking an exceptional Lead Banquet Bartender to join our Food & Beverage team. This is not your average bartending role. It's a chance to showcase your craft, lead a team, and build a rewarding career at weddings, special events, and private parties in a supportive and professional environment.

Job Summary

You’ll lead the bar service for our banquet events and give members and guests a memorable experience. This role combines hands on bartending with leadership of the banquet bartending team.

Compensation

$24.50 per hour

Essential Functions of the job

• Lead and support the banquet bartending team at each event.
• Welcome members and guests warmly and exceed their expectations.
• Bartend with creativity and precision while focusing on hospitality, conversation, and connection.
• Craft timeless classics like martinis and old fashioneds, and add innovative touches with fresh garnishes, house-made syrups, and unique twists.
• Elevate the beverage experience with proper wine service, cocktail preparation, and presentation.
• Represent Cherokee at special events, weddings, and private parties.

Skills and Aptitude required

• Strong cocktail, wine, and beverage knowledge.
• Confidence, professionalism, and the ability to run a bar with both grace and excitement.
• A balance of technical bartending skills and genuine hospitality. You know your craft, and you know how to connect.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled.

Education and Experience required

• Previous bartending experience in high end restaurants, bars, banquets, or hospitality venues.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.

Benefits for joining our team

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) with employer match up to 5%
• Paid time off
• Holiday Pay
• Holiday Bonus
• Employer sponsored scholarship opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness programs and incentives
• Growth and development opportunities
• Free meals while on duty
• Free parking
• Uniform provided
• Employee golf free on most Mondays
• Employee recognition and appreciation events
• MARTA commuter discount

THE CHEROKEE DIFFERENCE

Chartered in 1956, Cherokee Town & Country Club is recognized as one of America's premier private clubs. Our Town Club occupies the famed Grant Estate on West Paces Ferry Road in Buckhead, and our Country Club is located near the Chattahoochee River in Sandy Springs.

We're in the happiness business, and every drink you pour at an event helps members celebrate. Guided by the Cherokee Standard, our team holds itself to a positive 'What can I do? How can I help?' attitude each day.