Part-Time Banquet Bartender: Elevate Weddings & Events

Grand View Lodge; Nisswa (MN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

Grand View Lodge in Nisswa, MN seeks a part-time Banquet Bartender to deliver professional beverage service at weddings, conferences, and resort events. You will set up banquet bars, prepare cocktails and non-alcoholic drinks, and ensure guests receive a welcoming experience.

Role requires knowledge of cocktails, beer, wine, and responsible service, plus punctual, friendly service and ability to work varied schedules during evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Previous bartending, banquet, restaurant, hospitality, or related guest service experience preferred.
• Knowledge of common cocktails, beer, wine, spirits, beverage preparation, and responsible alcohol service practices.
• Must meet all applicable age requirements for serving alcoholic beverages.
• Alcohol service certification or ability to obtain required certification within the designated timeframe.
• Strong guest service skills with a friendly, professional, and service-oriented approach.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced event environment while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Effective verbal communication and listening skills with the ability to interact professionally with guests, associates, and leadership.
• Strong multitasking and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize responsibilities during high-volume events.
• Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively as part of the banquet and resort team.
• Dependable and punctual, with the ability to meet event timelines and scheduled start times.
• Ability to remain professional and composed while managing high guest volumes, special requests, and changing event needs.
• Flexibility to work varied schedules based on resort and event needs, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended hours.
• Ability to perform the physical requirements of the position, including standing for extended periods and lifting, carrying, pushing, or moving beverage products, supplies, and equipment as required.

Responsibilities

• Sets up, maintains, and breaks down banquet bars for weddings, conferences, corporate events, social gatherings, and other resort functions.
• Prepares and serves cocktails, mixed drinks, beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages accurately, efficiently, and according to established recipes and resort standards.
• Provides prompt, friendly, and professional service while creating a welcoming and enjoyable experience for guests.
• Greets guests warmly, responds to beverage requests, and maintains a professional and positive demeanor throughout each event.
• Verifies guest identification and follows all applicable liquor laws, responsible alcohol service practices, and resort policies.
• Monitors guest alcohol consumption and appropriately addresses situations involving intoxication or unsafe service in accordance with resort procedures.
• Reviews banquet event orders (BEOs) and event details to understand bar setup, beverage selections, guest counts, timing, and special requests.
• Ensures banquet bars are properly stocked with liquor, beer, wine, mixers, garnishes, glassware, ice, and other necessary supplies before and throughout events.
• Accurately processes cash, credit card, hosted bar, cash bar, and other beverage transactions as required for each event.
• Maintains accurate records of beverage usage, sales, and inventory as required.
• Maintains a clean, organized, and sanitary bar area throughout the event, including proper handling and storage of beverage products, garnishes, glassware, and equipment.
• Works collaboratively with banquet servers, captains, supervisors, culinary associates, and other departments to ensure seamless event execution and exceptional guest service.
• Assists with banquet service, event setup, clearing, restocking, glassware, and other event-related responsibilities when business needs require.
• Responds professionally to guest questions, concerns, and special requests and involves banquet leadership when additional assistance is needed.
• Handles resort property, beverage products, equipment, and supplies responsibly and reports shortages, damage, or maintenance concerns promptly.
• Follows all resort safety, sanitation, food handling, alcohol service, and cash-handling policies and procedures.
• Maintains flexibility to work a variety of events and locations throughout the resort based on business needs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Cocktail knowledge

Guest service

Communication

Multitasking

Punctuality

Safety compliance

Job description

Grand View Lodge in Nisswa, MN seeks a part-time Banquet Bartender to deliver professional beverage service at weddings, conferences, and resort events. You will set up banquet bars, prepare cocktails and non-alcoholic drinks, and ensure guests receive a welcoming experience.

Role requires knowledge of cocktails, beer, wine, and responsible service, plus punctual, friendly service and ability to work varied schedules during evenings and weekends.