On Call Banquet Bartender

World Equestrian Center Ocala; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Banquet Bartender to deliver exceptional beverage service at various events. This role is perfect for someone with a passion for hospitality and a knack for creating memorable experiences. Responsibilities include preparing drinks, providing top-notch customer service, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Join a team that values work-life balance and offers opportunities for growth in a welcoming environment. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and enjoy engaging with guests, this position is an exciting opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a bartender in a banquet or event setting is preferred.
• Knowledge of drink recipes and excellent communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks efficiently.
• Provide excellent customer service and maintain cleanliness of the bar area.

Skills

Beverage Preparation

Customer Service

Cash Handling

Communication Skills

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Education

Bartending Experience

Certification in Responsible Alcohol Service

Job description

The Banquet Bartender is responsible for delivering exceptional beverage service at various events, including weddings, corporate gatherings, and private parties. This role involves preparing and serving drinks efficiently while maintaining a friendly and professional demeanor.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Prepare and Serve Beverages, Mix and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks as per the standard recipes and client requests. Ensure compliance with all state and local regulations regarding alcohol service.
• Customer Service, Provide excellent customer service to guests, engaging them in a friendly and professional manner.
• Setup and Close Down, Set up the bar area before events and break it down afterward.
• Ensure the bar is fully stocked with supplies and maintained throughout the event.
• Maintain Cleanliness, Keep the bar area clean and organized, including washing glasses and utensils, and ensure adherence to sanitation standards.
• Process Payments, Handle cash and credit card transactions accurately, adhering to venue policies and procedures.
• Compliance and Safety, follow all safety and legal guidelines related to alcohol service, including checking IDs to prevent underage drinking. Handle any guest complaints or issues promptly and escalate to management when necessary

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the associate occupying this position. Associates will be required to perform any other job-related duties assigned by their supervisor. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship.

Physical Requirements:

These physical demands represent the physical requirements necessary for an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the described essential functions of the position.

• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Capable of lifting up to 25-50 pounds.
• Manual dexterity for operating bar equipment.

These requirements help ensure that banquet servers can handle the physical demands of their job efficiently and safely.

Qualifications, Education, Experience, Skills, and Abilities:

• Previous experience as a bartender, preferably in a banquet or event setting.
• Knowledge of various drink recipes and beverage handling.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and remain calm under pressure.
• Basic math skills for handling transactions.
• Certification in responsible alcohol service, such as TIPS or similar, is preferred.

The World Equestrian Center is managed by Columbus Hospitality Management , a company committed to providing quality service and memorable guest experiences in a positive and welcoming work environment. We are focused on supporting the needs of our team through our commitment to the family/work life balance and by providing development opportunities.

We are proud to be a Drug Free Workplace/EOE. All applicants will be required to submit to a background check prior to employment.