Banquet Bartender - On Call

OTH Hotels•Parsippany, NJ

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Banquet Bartender is responsible for providing exceptional beverage service during banquet events while maintaining a clean, organized, and fully stocked bar. This role prepares and serves alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages in accordance with established standards, ensuring a high-quality guest experience. The Banquet Bartender supports overall event execution by working closely with banquet staff and assisting in other food and beverage areas as needed. This position operates in a fast-paced banquet and event environment requiring constant movement, multitasking, and guest interaction. Work is performed primarily indoors with exposure to noise, chemicals, bar equipment, and potentially slippery surfaces. Success in this role requires strong mixology knowledge, attention to detail, and a commitment to excellent guest service.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Minimum 3 years of bartending experience required
Extensive knowledge of liquor, beer, wine, and mixology techniques
Strong understanding of standard drink recipes and beverage presentation
Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to multitask and manage multiple guest requests simultaneously
Ability to maintain cleanliness and organization at all times
Professional appearance and demeanor
Strong reliability and work ethic
Constant standing for the duration of shifts
Frequent walking, bending, reaching, balancing, and manual dexterity
Occasional sitting and pushing/pulling
Constant lifting/carrying up to 10 lbs.; frequent lifting up to 50 lbs.; occasional lifting up to 100 lbs.
Ability to work continuously in a fast-paced event environment
Ability to safely navigate bar and banquet areas, including potentially slippery surfaces

Nice To Haves

Banquet or event bartending experience preferred.
Food safety and alcohol service certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages in accordance with standard recipes and guest preferences
Provide efficient and friendly bar service during banquet events
Deliver beverages directly to guests when required, including table-side service
Maintain knowledge of liquor, beer, wine, and cocktail preparation
Set up and break down banquet bar areas according to event specifications
Maintain proper stock levels and par inventory throughout events
Assist with daily bar inventory and placing supply orders as needed
Perform accurate scheduled inventory counts
Ensure all bar equipment and supplies are clean, organized, and properly stored
Provide courteous, attentive, and professional service to all guests
Engage guests with a positive attitude and respond promptly to requests
Apply suggestive selling techniques to enhance guest experience and increase revenue
Assist with guest needs beyond the bar, including general event support
Handle cash and process transactions accurately in accordance with company policies
Follow all accounting procedures related to cash banks and reconciliation
Adhere to all alcohol service laws and responsible serving practices
Maintain cleanliness of bar areas, including counters, floors, and storage spaces
Ensure compliance with sanitation and safety standards
Maintain a clean, professional appearance and uniform at all times
Communicate effectively with banquet staff, servers, and kitchen team
Assist in other food and beverage outlets or roles as needed
Support overall banquet operations to ensure smooth and successful events