Banquet Bartender, Food & Beverage

J.F. Shea Family of Companies • Lake Frederick, VA, VA

98d • Onsite

About The Position

The Banquet Bartender prepares and serves beverages and food to guests attending banquet and catering functions according to company standards. This position reports to the Food & Beverage Manager / Catering Event Manager. The "Shenandoah Club" campus includes the Lodge, Athletic Club, and Shoreline Outfitter, and encompasses more than 36,000 square feet of indoor space along with an expansive lakeside veranda and patio beneath. The restaurant, Region’s 117, and the Shenandoah Events Center are open to the public and available for dining reservations and private bookings. Located in the heart of Northern Virginia’s famed & majestic Shenandoah Valley.

Requirements

• Must meet the state and federal minimum age requirement for serving alcohol.
• Current Food Handlers Card and TIPS® Certification (Training for Intervention Procedures).
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide; must be able to calculate discounts, and percentages
• Ability to contribute to a productive and friendly work environment by maintaining a positive attitude.
• Ability to speak effectively and present information to another person and in small group situations with guests and team members.
• Ability to provide direction to coworkers in a professional and friendly manner.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memorandums.
• Must be able to pay attention to details and be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where continuous improvement is expected.
• This position requires a flexible schedule to include evenings and weekends.

Nice To Haves

• High School diploma preferred.
• One year experience bartending, in a resort facility preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create a welcoming atmosphere and provide excellent hospitality by having a working knowledge of the resort facility and dining area, and be able to respond to guest questions and speak with enthusiasm about other resort services.
• Take a proactive approach to ensure a consistent set of superior standards of food service and quality are meeting or exceeding employee and guest expectations.
• Greet and serve guests in an energetic and friendly fashion; listen to determine beverage preferences and make drink recommendations; mix drinks and serve wine and beer.
• Check identification to assure customers are the legal age to purchase alcohol.
• Notice and report potential safety issues or customer concerns to a supervisor.
• Meet with staff at all levels to develop a common vision, discuss current needs, and plan for future Food & Beverage functions.
• Handle cash and card transactions, ensure charges are accurate and return correct change to guests; balance the cash register.
• Take inventory and order liquors and supplies, while maintaining quality within proper price points and facility budget.
• Maintain a clean work area; remove trash, wash all glasses and equipment, and clean the bar area according to quality and safety procedures.
• Prepare beverages, supplies, and other bar setups for banquets and other functions.
• Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

Benefits

• Company medical, dental and life insurance plans (for full-time team members working 30+ hours/week after 60 days of employment)
• Accrue Paid Time Off (PTO) at a rate of 120 hours per year (for full-time team members)
• 7 paid holidays annually (for full-time team members)
• Accrue Paid Sick Leave in accordance with state guidelines (for part-time team members)
• Eligible to participate in the J.F. Shea Co., Inc. 401(k) plan after completion of 30 days of service (for team members 21+ years old)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED