Banquet Bartender

Position Title: Banquet Bartender

FLSA Designation: Non-Exempt

Department: Food and Beverage

Reports to: Beverage Captain/ Bqt. Mgr.

Position Purpose:

Set up of banquet bars and service of beverages in a friendly, courteous, and professional manner according to the Hilton’s high brand standards of quality.

Essential Functions:

(Average Percent of Time)

20% Set up of banquet bars, hospitality suites and coolers for fishing, golf, and beach activities. Making sure all are done in accordance with standards set forth by the Hilton brand and Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa Banquet Department.

30 % Service of all alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages required for a function as determined by meeting planners and specified on banquet event orders.

10% Attend roll call meetings before events to obtain function particulars, including guest and hotel expectations. Attend monthly staff meetings and all required safety and alcohol awareness training seminars.

5% Greet guests and respond to requests in a friendly and courteous manner.

20% Once a banquet is complete, complete cleaning of banquet bars and bar prep areas so the areas will be ready for the next function. Cleaning of all service areas to ensure a safe working environment.

10% Complete extra assignments designated by Director of Banquets or Banquet Manager.

Supportive Functions:

In addition to performance of the essential functions, this position may be required to perform a combination of the following supportive functions, at the discretion of the manager based on the requirements of the hotel.

· Perform all assigned side work to include replenishing supplies and restocking banquet beverage areas as needed.

· Perform general cleaning tasks using standard hotel cleaning products, as assigned, to adhere to health standards.

· Periodical assistance in support of stewarding and all other banquet staff.

· Abide by all Federal, State and Corporate liquor regulations pertaining to serving alcoholic beverages to minors and intoxicated guests.

Specific Job Knowledge, Skill and Ability:

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job.

· Must be able to communicate well with people. Must be able to read banquet event orders and determine required beverage service.

· Must have full knowledge of different varieties beverage preparations, service standards, guest relations and etiquette.

· Knowledge of the appropriate mixology and equipment maintenance.

· Basic knowledge of the English language sufficient to understand inquiries from customers and communicate instructions to staff and other department employees.

· Ability to read and comprehend and apply written product labeling instructions to enable the safe application of products and processes within the hotel.

· Ability to remember, recite and promote the variety of menu items.

· Learn, remember and recite the layout of the hotel and be able to give accurate directions to guests.

· Ability to transport up to 40 lb., on a service tray, through a crowded room on a continuous basis throughout the shift. Ability to lift up to 60lbs.

· Ability to perform all duties within extreme temperature ranges including prolonged outdoor exposure.

· Ability to understand and operate standard equipment, i.e.; Island Oasis machine, blenders, soda guns, etc.

Qualification Standards:

Education:

Any combination of education, training or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. High school education is preferred but not required.

Experience:

Prior banquet and/or hospitality beverage service experience is required.

Licenses or certificates:

None are required for hire, but alcohol awareness and safety awareness courses will be required during employment.

Grooming & Uniform:

All employees must maintain a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance in accordance with policy set forth by the management of the Hilton Sandestin Beach & Golf Resort. Issued uniforms must be maintained and always worn while on property.

Other:

Regular attendance in accordance with hotel standards, which may be changed by the Hilton at any time, is essential to successful performance of this position. Employees with irregular attendance, excused or unexcused, will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.

Due to the seasonal and business nature of the hospitality industry, employees may be required to work varying schedules and hours to reflect the staffing needs of the hotel.

Upon employment, all employees are required to fully comply with Hilton rules and regulations for the safe and efficient operation of hotel facilities. Employees who violate hotel rules and regulations will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.

Applicants with additional language skills preferred.

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other tasks be performed when circumstance change in the hotel (i.e.: emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs, or technological developments.)

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

• Miramar Beach, FL 32550 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person