Catering Event Bartender

POSITION: Catering Event BartenderREPORTS TO: Catering Supervisor & ManagerPOSITION SUMMARY:This position is responsible for ensuring that his or her assigned bar is organized and executes a high-quality catering bar-service for banquets, receptions and events to achieve customer satisfaction and retention.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:A Catering Event mixed-drink bartender is responsible for helping to set up, run, and break down bars at events. These bars typically include beer, wine, a variety of liquor (anywhere from a few selections to a full bar setup), and non-alcoholic products. Bartenders work alone or as a team to set up a beverage service area, making sure the bar is stocked with all necessary supplies and equipment.During the event, the event bartender is responsible for preparing and mixing beverages for guests, which may involve assessing guests' needs and preferences to make appropriate recommendations.Responsibilities also include following all company policies and procedures for safety and security, including checking guests' identification for their age when necessary. Good personality, appearance, and communication skills are important for this position.Catering & event Bartender Job Requirements:High school diploma or GEDA minimum of 2 years previous experience as a bartender is requiredBasic mathematical and computer skills necessary to operate a cash register, make change, total guest checks, count total bank, total all other charges, and understand portion sizes.Ability to operate a keyboard and point of sale procedures to pre-check an order and close out a check.Sufficient manual dexterity in hands in order to use a knife to make garnish, pick up glassware and bottles, scoop ice, mix drinks, and reach overhead to retrieve stock.Ability to remember, recite and promote the variety of menu itemsFully knowledgeable in drink recipes.Knowledge of laws of liquor service.Courteous, professional, and attentive to guests of the eventsExcellent interpersonal, communication and customer service skillsWork as part of a team to maintain guest satisfactionFollow instructions provided for each specific eventFlexibility to work early mornings, late nights, weekends and holidaysPhysical demands and work environment:Must be able to work on your feet for 8 hours or more.Continually required to walkFrequently required to climb, balance, bend, stoop or kneelContinually required to utilize hand and finger dexterityContinually required to talk or hearOccasionally exposed to wet and/or humid / hot conditions (weather & non-weather)Frequently exposure to outside weather conditionsWhile performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment may regularly be loud.Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds for short distancesValid California Food Handlers CardValid ABC Responsible Beverage Service certificateVaccination is a requirement of the job and accommodations due to disability or religious reasons will be evaluated in compliance with prevailing regulations.Valid drivers license and reliable transportation to and from events venues locations, company offices and warehouseOther duties and responsibilities may be assigned. The employee is expected to work in other areas of the operation when needed to assist operations to perform job duties not necessarily contained in this job description

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