Banquet Bartender

AccorHotel•Bentonville, AR

About The Position

The Banquet Bartender provides timely, accurate, and friendly service while preparing high-quality beverages for guests. The role includes serving guests at the bar, supporting service between the bar and servers, maintaining beverage inventory and service areas, and following sanitation and responsible alcohol-service practices. The position may also fill in for server shifts when needed.

Requirements

Responsible, dependable, and punctual.
Strong communication skills; able to speak, read, and understand English.
Clean and professional appearance.
Enthusiasm for 21c.
Strong beverage knowledge.
Must pass a background check.
Must be able to stand and walk for long periods.
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

Follow all steps of service.
Prepare drinks according to recipe standards and provide superior service behind the bar.
Know drink names, ingredients, preparation methods, appropriate glassware, and garnishes.
Know wines by the glass and at least five wines in each category on the wine list across varying price ranges and styles.
Know specialty beverages, including single malt scotches, cognacs, specialty drinks, and the beer list.
Know descriptions of items on the bar and dining room menus.
Keep stock at appropriate par levels.
Complete daily inventory and inform servers, managers, and the bar back of changes.
Verify that guests are at least 21 years of age.
Provide a prompt, accurate report of income received during the shift.
Sell beverages responsibly with the customer's best interest in mind.
Maintain smooth service between bar and server requests.
Complete sidework as outlined in the manual.
Report to work on time and ready for the scheduled shift.
Maintain a positive, friendly attitude with coworkers and guests.
Maintain a clean, orderly appearance of the restaurant service area.
Perform tasks assigned by a supervisor.
Fill in for server shifts when needed.
Follow proper sanitation guidelines.