Banquet Bartender (Part-Time)

The Marcus Corporation • Milwaukee, WI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Saint Kate is seeking a part-time Banquet Bartender to serve beverages to guests in a friendly, courteous, and timely manner, ensuring superior guest satisfaction. Saint Kate – The Arts Hotel, located in Milwaukee's Theater District, is a modern, luxury hotel inspired by art and culture, and is part of Marcus Hotels & Resorts. The role involves setting up the bar, preparing garnishes, taking drink orders, mixing and serving drinks, handling cash transactions, and adhering to liquor laws and regulations.

Requirements

• 1-2 years of bartending experience required.
• Must have basic knowledge of beverage preparation and service of various alcoholic beverages.
• Ability to obtain any government required license or certificate.
• Bartending certificate required.
• TIPS certification required.
• Basic mathematical skills necessary to operate a cash register, make change, total guest checks, count total bank, prepare cash drops, total all other charges, and understand portion sizes.
• Basic English language writing skills necessary for completion of requisitions, balance sheets, and vouchers and to communicate with guests and take orders.
• Sufficient manual dexterity in hands in order to use a knife to make garnishes, pick up glassware and bottles, scoop ice, mix drinks, and reach overhead to retrieve stock.
• Ability to remember, recite, and promote a variety of menu items.
• Ability to stand and work in confined spaces for long periods of time.
• Must be able to work a varied schedule to include days, evenings, weekends, holidays and the ability to work under pressure.

Nice To Haves

• CPR certification and/or First Aid Training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up the bar daily with necessary supplies per Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) and check par levels of beer, wine, and spirits.
• Stock, cut, and store fresh fruit, vegetable garnishes, juices, and perishables to maintain quality.
• Greet guests courteously, take drink orders, mix and garnish drinks using standard recipes and portion control.
• Update par sheets during shifts for accuracy and accountability.
• Maintain cleanliness of the bar and guest areas throughout the shift.
• Handle cash transactions, verify charges, record charges, and balance money.
• Lock and store all beverages, food, and equipment items.
• Follow liquor laws and regulations for serving alcohol to minors and intoxicated guests, and assist security with disorderly guests.

Benefits

• A free, well-balanced meal every shift
• Room discounts at Marcus Hotels & Resorts properties
• Discounts at Marcus Hotels & Resorts restaurants, cafes, lounges, golfing, skiing and spa
• Discounted parking and bus pass program
• “Two for one” movie theater coupons at Marcus Theatres
• Ability to grow your career, and transfer from one property to another while maintaining your service with the company
• Paid time off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed