Special Events Bar Captain

Virginia Information Technologies Agency•Richmond, VA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Special Events Bar Captain works as part of the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts Food Services Events Team to provide professional, attentive service at events. The role includes supervising bar staff, preparing and stocking bars, mixing drinks according to standard recipes, serving guests, monitoring and recording alcohol inventory, and overseeing bar and event-area setup and breakdown. Staff may also serve tables, replenish food and drink stations, clear glassware, and support other event-related activities. The position requires flexibility to work on the floor and respond to changing assignments while helping create event spaces according to specifications and guests’ needs. Flexible availability includes weekends and evenings. Selected candidates must pass a criminal history background check.

Requirements

Prior fine dining or food service experience, particularly in event service.
Prior bartending experience and training, particularly in event service.
Excellent interpersonal skills and a professional demeanor with guests and employees.
Ability to operate a point-of-sale register system and process credit card and cash transactions.
Ability to read, comprehend, and follow basic directions, floor plans, menus, and instructions.
Ability to handle fast-paced, high-volume event situations and remain calm, professional, and gracious in a high-pressure environment.
Ability to maintain a professional demeanor and appearance during shifts.
Ability to receive feedback well and be prompt and punctual for scheduled shifts.
Ability to use fine and gross motor skills and finger and hand dexterity; reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk and hear; and taste and smell.
Ability to stand or walk for up to 10 hours.
Ability to lift or move up to 50 pounds.
Flexible availability, including weekends and evenings.
Ability to work as part of a team, adapt to different assignments and directions, and work independently with minimal supervision.
Successful completion of a criminal history background check is required.

Nice To Haves

RSVP, TIPS, ServSafe, or other ABC- and food-safety-related certifications.
Previous experience leading a cocktail or special/private events bar program.

Responsibilities

Develop and use standard beverage recipes, mixing drinks according to serving sizes established by management and Virginia Alcohol Beverage Control guidelines.
Ensure staff are fulfilling their duties and train additional staff members as needed.
Work on the floor as needed and support other event-related activities.
Prepare and stock bars, maintaining appropriate supplies of glassware, utensils, and bar tools.
Check guests’ identification and ensure it is valid.
Monitor alcohol inventory, maintain wine coolers and liquor storage rooms, and keep appropriate inventory levels.
Complete consumption reports after shifts and accurately record all alcohol transfers.
Maintain tight controls on alcohol throughout the shift.
Supervise setup and breakdown of bars before and after each event.
Set up event areas to specifications, including linens, lighting, décor, and accessories.
Anticipate and accommodate guest needs and respond to requests professionally and politely.
Serve food and beverages, replenish food and drink stations, and ensure guest needs are met.
Break down event and bar areas and return spaces to their pre-event condition.