Banquet Bartender (Finance)

Job Description Summary

Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages for guests during banquet or catering functions.

Job Description

• Set up banquet bar including all liquor, mixers, ice, garnishes, glassware and supplies, inventory, unused liquor and beverages. Perform pre and post shift side work (set-up cart, empty ice-bins, securing liquor, etc.).
• Prepare and serve beverages in a prompt and professional manner in accordance with established standards and responsible alcohol service.

• Greet guests pleasantly as they approach the bar; promote house drinks and utilize up-selling skills to maximize revenues.
• Adhere to established pouring standards and drink recipes to provide a consistent product to the guests and to control costs.
• Monitor guest behavior and guest alcohol consumption to determine when alcohol service to the guest should cease; notify management of incidents involving excessive alcohol consumption or impaired condition of customers; check identification whenever the age of a guest requesting an alcoholic beverage service is questionable.
• Follow procedures to (1) ensure the security and proper storage of liquor and beverage items, (2) ensure the security of monies, credit and financial transactions if applicable, (3) replenish/requisition supplies in a timely and efficient manner, and (4) to minimize waste and misuse of liquor.
• Complete paperwork such as consumption reports, incident reports, etc. according to specified procedures

• Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other departments.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

Basic reading and writing and mathematical skills. Specialized knowledge of bartending and mixing drinks, knowledge of liquor brands, beer, wine, champagne, and non-alcoholic beverages, and designated glassware, preparation methods, and garnishments. Must meet state legal age requirements.

This job requires the ability to perform the following:

• Handling, carrying or lifting items weighing up to 50 pounds (bar ware, carts, boxes, bottles, etc.)
• Bending, stooping, kneeling, lifting

Additional Job Information/Anticipated

Pay Range

Pay Range $22.00-$22.00/hr. Base pay offered may vary depending on various factors including but not limited to job related knowledge, skills and job specific experience/overall experience.

Benefits

Sonesta recognizes that benefits play a vital role in helping ensure the health and financial security of employees and their families. We offer a variety of benefits to our employees including:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account with Company Match
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Paid Vacation and Sick Days
• Sonesta Hotel Discounts
• Educational Assistance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Various Employee Perks and Discounts
• Hospital Indemnity
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance

Sonesta is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Upon submitting your application, please ensure you complete a full application in addition to attaching a resume. Incomplete applications received will not be considered.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the

Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.