On-Call Banquet & Hotel Bartender

Memphis Pyramid -Banquets & Events; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

MEMPHIS PYRAMID Banquets & Events in Memphis, TN is seeking an on-call Banquet and Hotel Bartender to serve at the Pyramid’s Den Bar and during select events. You will mix cocktails, wine and beer to spec, keep a clean, stocked bar, and deliver a welcoming guest experience.

You’ll review BEOs, coordinate with banquet staff, handle cash and POS entries, and follow responsible alcohol service practices. Availability for evenings, weekends, and holiday events is required; prior banquet or

Qualifications

• Knowledge of cocktails, spirits, beer, wine, and responsible alcohol service practices.
• Ability to work quickly and accurately in a high-volume event environment.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and guest service skills.

Responsibilities

• Sets up portable and event bars with liquor, mixers, garnishes, glassware, ice, and supplies before each event.
• Monitors and restocks bar inventory during events and reports shortages to management.
• Breaks down and cleans bar stations after each event, returning product and equipment to storage and completing inventory counts as directed.
• Maintains a clean, organized, and safe bar area, following all sanitation and safety standards.

Skills

Cocktails knowledge

Guest service

Teamwork

Communication

Education

TIPS/ServSafe or equivalent certification

Job description

NOW HIRING

ON-CALL BANQUET AND HOTEL BARTENDER

Bass Pro Shops Pyramid · Memphis, Tennessee

POSITION: On-Call Banquet and Hotel Bartender | LOCATION: Bass Pro Shops Pyramid Memphis, TN (on-site) | REPORTS TO: Banquet Manager

MEMPHIS PYRAMID Banquets & Events

The Bass Pro Shops Pyramid in Memphis, TN, offers a variety of unique dining and entertainment options, including Wahlburgers, the Fishbowl Bar & Bowling Alley, and The Lookout and Cypress Lodge, which feature multiple banquet, conference, and entertainment spaces.

OVERVIEW

Banquet and Hotel Bartenders provide friendly, efficient, and responsible beverage service to guests at the hotel’s Den Bar and during select special events throughout the Pyramid. They prepare and serve cocktails, wine, and beer to established standards, maintain a clean and well-stocked bar, and create a welcoming guest experience. Bartenders also set up and operate event bars as needed, ensuring smooth service while following responsible alcohol service practices.

KEY PERFORMANCE ELEMENTS / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

HOSPITALITY TO OUR GUESTS

• Understands our culture and does whatever it takes to create a positive and memorable event experience.
• Reviews banquet event orders (BEOs) to confirm the bar package, specialty drinks, timing, and any host instructions.
• Prepares and serves cocktails, wine, beer, and non-alcoholic beverages accurately and to recipe standards.
• Serves alcohol responsibly, checks identification, and follows all company policies and laws regarding service to guests who appear intoxicated or underage.
• Manages cash, hosted, and ticketed bar transactions accurately, including any POS entries required.
• Engages guests warmly and keeps lines moving during peak periods such as receptions and cocktail hours.

HOSPITALITY TO YOUR TEAM

• Arrives on time, in proper uniform, and ready to work.
• Clocks in and out as scheduled.
• Attends pre-event meetings and follows direction from the banquet captain and banquet manager.
• Communicates with banquet servers and housepersons on bar needs, restocks, and timing.
• Follows proper cash-out and bar close-out procedures at the end of each event.

HOSPITALITY TO THE VENUE

• Sets up portable and event bars with liquor, mixers, garnishes, glassware, ice, and supplies before each event.
• Monitors and restocks bar inventory during events and reports shortages to management.
• Breaks down and cleans bar stations after each event, returning product and equipment to storage and completing inventory counts as directed.
• Maintains a clean, organized, and safe bar area, following all sanitation and safety standards.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be 21 years old or older.
• Previous bartending experience, including banquet or high-volume event bars, preferred.
• Knowledge of cocktails, spirits, beer, wine, and responsible alcohol service practices.
• Ability to work quickly and accurately in a high-volume, fast-paced event environment.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and guest service skills.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs. (ice, kegs, and cases of product) as needed.
• Current TIPS, ServSafe Alcohol, or equivalent responsible alcohol service certification, or the ability to obtain certification within 30 days of hire, unless required sooner by applicable law; must also hold any alcohol server permit required by Tennessee law.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays, including early setups and late breakdowns as event schedules require.

COMMITMENT TO EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

We are an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome all applicants and qualified individuals, who will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

This description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or work conditions associated with the job. The employer reserves the right to revise them at any time. It is intended to accurately reflect the primary job elements essential for making compensation decisions.