Embassy Suites Nashville at Vanderbilt Hilton
Bartender Full Time
Embassy Suites Nashville at Vanderbilt Hilton, Nashville, Tennessee, United States, 37247
Job Summary
We are seeking an energetic and skilled Bartender to join our team. This position is responsible for preparing and serving beverages in a professional, efficient, and friendly manner. The Bartender will also support banquet operations by interpreting and executing Banquet Event Orders (BEOs), ensuring smooth beverage service for events and groups of 110+ guests.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to standard recipes and guest requests
Provide excellent guest service while maintaining a welcoming and professional atmosphere
Review and execute Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) for group events to ensure accurate and timely beverage service
Set up and break down bars for banquet events, ensuring proper stock, cleanliness, and presentation
Monitor guest consumption and practice responsible alcohol service in compliance with laws and policies
Maintain cleanliness and organization of bar areas, including inventory rotation and restocking
Collaborate with banquet and culinary teams to coordinate service for large-scale events
Handle cash and point-of-sale transactions accurately
Qualifications
1+ years of bartending experience preferred; banquet bartending experience is a plus
Familiarity with reading and executing Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) for events and large groups
Knowledge of standard cocktail recipes, beer, wine, and liquor service
Strong multitasking skills and ability to work in both fast-paced bar and banquet settings
Excellent communication and guest service skills
Must be 21+ with proper certifications/licenses for alcohol service (as required by state law)
Flexible availability including evenings, weekends, and holidays
Key Responsibilities
Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to standard recipes and guest requests
Provide excellent guest service while maintaining a welcoming and professional atmosphere
Review and execute Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) for group events to ensure accurate and timely beverage service
Set up and break down bars for banquet events, ensuring proper stock, cleanliness, and presentation
Monitor guest consumption and practice responsible alcohol service in compliance with laws and policies
Maintain cleanliness and organization of bar areas, including inventory rotation and restocking
Collaborate with banquet and culinary teams to coordinate service for large-scale events
Handle cash and point-of-sale transactions accurately
Qualifications
1+ years of bartending experience preferred; banquet bartending experience is a plus
Familiarity with reading and executing Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) for events and large groups
Knowledge of standard cocktail recipes, beer, wine, and liquor service
Strong multitasking skills and ability to work in both fast-paced bar and banquet settings
Excellent communication and guest service skills
Must be 21+ with proper certifications/licenses for alcohol service (as required by state law)
Flexible availability including evenings, weekends, and holidays