PT Catering Event Bartender

Trolleyhouseva; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

$20/hr plus tips

401k matching after first year

Discounts at all Trolley House sites

Job summary

Groovin' Gourmets is seeking energetic bartenders to join our catering team for events in the Richmond area. You will set up, stock, and service the bar, preparing both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks for guests while answering questions about ingredients and offering recommendations.

We value teamwork, attention to detail, and a can-do attitude. This part-time role offers flexible shifts, a $20 per hour base pay plus occasional tips, and opportunities to grow with a hospitality group serving

Qualifications

• 2+ years of bartending experience in catering/banquet settings.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service and guest interactions.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Review the event worksheet before arriving at the event to be knowledgeable about the event, timeline, bar type, food, etc.
• Check in with the Event Captain or Co-Captain when you arrive and when you depart.
• Help unload the GG vehicle and set up the bar area and glassware.
• During the event, prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks; answer questions about ingredients and make recommendations.
• Verify that all guests served alcohol are of legal drinking age.
• If the event has a cash bar, take payments (cash or credit) using the Square app.
• At the end of the event, clean up the bar area and pack items for transport.
• Assist with breakdown and ensure rentals are stored properly.

Skills

Bartending

Customer service

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Tools

Square app

Job description

***Flexible scheduling--perfect for someone looking for a second job with occasional shifts.***

***Catering is seasonal, so the number of opportunities to pick up event shifts is variable based on time of year***

About us:

Groovin' Gourmets is the catering division of Trolley Hospitality Companies, a Richmond-based hospitality group serving the greater Richmond and Hampton Roads regions. We specialize in delivering fresh, chef-crafted meals and seamless service for corporate functions, weddings, and social events of all sizes.

Our commitment to quality extends beyond the food--we believe our success starts with our people. Driven by a shared purpose of delivering happiness to our customers, community, and team, we focus on fostering a supportive and positive workplace where everyone's contributions are valued. We hope you will join us!

Our Values - The Trolley Way:

• No excuses
• Do the right thing
• Can-do attitude
• Always growing
• Help first-be a part of the solution
• Transparency and honesty-no BS

Please visit our website at www.trolleyhouseva.com to learn more!

About You:

• You are energized by helping others celebrate important events
• You are naturally able to build rapport with customers
• Providing excellent customer service brings you joy
• Attention to detail is your superpower
• You seek out opportunities to 'leave it better than you found it'
• You're not afraid to learn from your mistakes
• You want to be a part of a growing company that values their employees

How You Will Make an Impact:

• Review the event worksheet before arriving at the event--be knowledgeable about the event you are working, timeline, bar type, food, etc.
• Check in with the Event Captain or Co-Captain when you arrive at the event and when you leave.
• Help unload the GG vehicle and set up the bar area and all appropriate glassware.
• During the event, prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks to guests, answer questions about drink ingredients and make suggestions for different types of beverages and cocktails.
• Verify that all guests served alcohol are of the legal drinking age.
• If the event has a cash bar, take payments for drinks (cash or credit, using the Square app).
• At the end of the event, clean up the bar area; pack all beer and wines back into the appropriate boxes.
• Assist with the general breakdown of the event; ensure no food, plates, beverages, or other debris remain behind and that rentals are neatly stacked in the appropriate location.

What You Bring to the Table:

• 2+ years of bartending experience, preferably in a catering/banquet setting
• Able to follow directions and work independently
• Effective verbal communication skills
• This is a very physical position--must be able to bend, twist, lift at least 50 pounds, and stand on your feet for long periods of time

The Good Stuff:

• $20/hr + occasional tips
• Discounts at all Trolley House Hospitality companies including catering services, Gourmet Gang Delis, and vending items in our warehouse
• Part-time employees who work at least 1,000 hours a year are eligible for 401k matching after the first year
• Flexible scheduling--perfect for someone looking for a second job!