Job Overview
Employment Type
Part-time
Hourly
Compensation
Hourly
Range $11.10 - $1.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Training and Development
flexible schedule
Job Description
The hiring establishment is a vibrant and bustling casino hotel located in Milwaukee, renowned for its dynamic atmosphere and commitment to providing exceptional guest experiences. As a prominent venue, it offers an array of entertainment options, dining facilities, and event spaces, making it a preferred destination for both locals and visitors. The casino integrates a luxurious hotel, multiple restaurants, and banquet facilities that host various events ranging from corporate gatherings to private celebrations. The environment is fast-paced and high-energy, with a strong emphasis on superior guest service and teamwork to maintain the establishment's excellent reputation and ongoing success. Employees here are expected to uphold high standards of integrity, ethical conduct, and dedication while embracing the company’s mission, vision, and values to deliver outstanding service.
The role of Banquet Bartender is essential to the overall guest experience within the banquet and event spaces. Starting at $11.10 per hour plus tips, this position requires flexibility to work various shifts, including late nights, early mornings, weekends, and holidays. The Banquet Bartender plays a critical role in ensuring the beverage service runs smoothly and guests receive prompt, courteous, and professional attention. This position demands a genuine passion for guest service along with top-notch organizational skills and the ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment. The bartender is responsible for mixing and pouring drinks accurately according to standardized recipes, operating and maintaining bar equipment, and ensuring cleanliness and safety in the work area.
The Banquet Bartender must have thorough knowledge of banquet event orders to set up bars correctly and guarantee that service specifications are met for each event. Pre-shift meetings are mandatory to ensure clear understanding of event timings and service needs. Experience with point-of-sale (POS) systems is preferred for accurate order entry and transaction processing. The bartender must demonstrate adaptability to last-minute changes, strong problem-solving skills, and a proactive approach in exceeding guest expectations while maintaining responsible alcohol service.
Additionally, Banquet Bartenders maintain updated knowledge of menu offerings including wine, liqueur, liquor, champagne, and beer to confidently assist guests with their selections. They must be well-versed in casino and hotel amenities, promotions, and events to provide informed responses to guest inquiries. Communication skills are paramount as the bartender coordinates with team members, leadership, other departments, vendors, and guests in a courteous and professional manner. The role also involves physical demands such as walking, standing, lifting, and maneuvering mobile bars.
The Banquet Bartender role not only requires technical bartending expertise but also interpersonal skills essential for creating a memorable guest experience. This position is integral to the event operations team, and employees are expected to maintain discretion in handling confidential information and to comply fully with departmental policies, procedures, and internal controls. The chance to work in an exciting, customer-focused environment offers opportunities for growth and professional development within the hospitality industry. The establishment offers a supportive workplace culture where team members are respected and valued for their contributions to the collective success of the organization.
The role of Banquet Bartender is essential to the overall guest experience within the banquet and event spaces. Starting at $11.10 per hour plus tips, this position requires flexibility to work various shifts, including late nights, early mornings, weekends, and holidays. The Banquet Bartender plays a critical role in ensuring the beverage service runs smoothly and guests receive prompt, courteous, and professional attention. This position demands a genuine passion for guest service along with top-notch organizational skills and the ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment. The bartender is responsible for mixing and pouring drinks accurately according to standardized recipes, operating and maintaining bar equipment, and ensuring cleanliness and safety in the work area.
The Banquet Bartender must have thorough knowledge of banquet event orders to set up bars correctly and guarantee that service specifications are met for each event. Pre-shift meetings are mandatory to ensure clear understanding of event timings and service needs. Experience with point-of-sale (POS) systems is preferred for accurate order entry and transaction processing. The bartender must demonstrate adaptability to last-minute changes, strong problem-solving skills, and a proactive approach in exceeding guest expectations while maintaining responsible alcohol service.
Additionally, Banquet Bartenders maintain updated knowledge of menu offerings including wine, liqueur, liquor, champagne, and beer to confidently assist guests with their selections. They must be well-versed in casino and hotel amenities, promotions, and events to provide informed responses to guest inquiries. Communication skills are paramount as the bartender coordinates with team members, leadership, other departments, vendors, and guests in a courteous and professional manner. The role also involves physical demands such as walking, standing, lifting, and maneuvering mobile bars.
The Banquet Bartender role not only requires technical bartending expertise but also interpersonal skills essential for creating a memorable guest experience. This position is integral to the event operations team, and employees are expected to maintain discretion in handling confidential information and to comply fully with departmental policies, procedures, and internal controls. The chance to work in an exciting, customer-focused environment offers opportunities for growth and professional development within the hospitality industry. The establishment offers a supportive workplace culture where team members are respected and valued for their contributions to the collective success of the organization.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Six months of high volume bartending experience required
- Cash handling experience preferred
- Experience with point-of-sale systems preferred
- Ability to obtain and maintain a City of Milwaukee bartender's license within 90 days
- Ability to successfully achieve Responsible Alcohol and ServSafe certifications within 90 days
- Ability to maintain discretion in handling confidential information
- Ability to interact with guests and team members professionally
- Ability to work irregular hours and extended shifts including late nights, early mornings, weekends, and holidays
- Ability to read and interpret written instructions and diagrams
- Regularly required to talk, walk, hear, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, stand, sit, and move freely for entire shift
- Frequently required to use hands to handle objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms
- Must be able to operate a personal computer or point-of-sale system
- Required to lift, carry, push, pull, or move objects up to 20 pounds regularly and up to 70 pounds occasionally with assistance
- Must wear all required Personal Protective Equipment while performing duties
- Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Six months of high volume bartending experience required
- Cash handling experience preferred
- Experience with point-of-sale systems preferred
- Ability to obtain and maintain a City of Milwaukee bartender's license within 90 days
- Ability to achieve Responsible Alcohol and ServSafe certifications within 90 days
- Ability to maintain discretion in handling confidential information
- Ability to interact professionally with guests and team members
- Ability to work irregular hours including late nights, early mornings, weekends, and holidays
- Ability to read and interpret written instructions and diagrams
Job Duties
- Mix and pour drinks per recipe cards using accurate measures and proper glassware
- Complete drink orders for guest and server needs
- Greet guests promptly with a friendly expression
- Assess, anticipate, and attend to guest needs or concerns in a courteous manner
- Operate and clean all bar equipment including beverage dispensing systems and beer taps
- Push mobile bars into place and return to storage after events
- Understand and implement Banquet Event Orders to ensure bar setup and service
- Attend pre-shift meetings to coordinate timing and service needs
- Use point-of-sale system to accurately enter orders and process transactions
- Ensure the highest level of guest satisfaction, adapt to changes, and resolve problems positively
- Monitor and ensure responsible alcohol service
- Maintain clean, stocked, and safe work environment
- Maintain thorough knowledge of menu and beverage selections
- Provide information about casino and hotel offerings, promotions, and events
- Communicate professionally with team, leadership, other departments, vendors, and guests
- Work at other venues as assigned based on business needs
- Perform duties in compliance with internal controls, policies, and procedures
- Perform additional duties as assigned
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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