Seasonal Banquet Bartender

Work in an amazing destination town surrounded by breathtaking mountains and spectacular lakes filled with year-round adventure! Enjoy world class mountain biking, hiking, fishing, ziplining, horseback riding, river rafting, water sports, Glacier National Park, and more...

The Lodge at Whitefish Lake, one of Montana's AAA Four Diamond resorts and The Firebrand Hotel, centrally located in downtown Whitefish are seeking a Seasonal Banquet Bartender to work with our Banquets Team. The ideal candidate will be available from April 27th through October 10th 

Responsible for meeting and exceeding the expectations of all guests. The Banquet Bartender is responsible primarily for serving, setting-up, and clean-up of all banquet bar functions. Expected to provide exceptional beverage service to all guests. Mixes and serves alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks to guests of service bar, following standard recipes and the Company's and MT. alcoholic beverage policies; and is attentive to guests, making them feel welcome, at all times. This is a fast paced position that will involve constant customer interaction. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Duties include but are not limited to):

• Mixes and serves alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages to guests according to hotel specifications courteously and efficiently.
• Collect payments.
• Greets guests entering and exiting in a friendly and courteous manner.
• Follows up to ensure guest satisfaction.
• Maintains supplies neatly and organized to department standards.
• Maintains security of equipment, keys, and supplies issued each day.
• Reporting missing articles, damage or mechanical problems in the restaurant/lounge area and equipment.
• Provides a professional image at all times through appearance and dress.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Requires standing/walking/bending throughout shift.
• Great customer service skills.
• Able to work all shifts and flexible schedules including weekends and holidays.
• Minimum of 21 years of age.
• Strong knowledge and enforcement of company liquor policies and Montana laws.
• Excellent communication skills and an eye for detail and the ability to multi-task.
• Ability to lift up to 100 pounds.

EXPERIENCE/ LICENSES OR CERTIFICATES

• 2+ years at a high level, quality establishment.
• Will obtain proper TIPS training in order to serve alcoholic beverages.

SCHEDULE / HOLIDAYS/ PTO:

The Banquet Bartender will typically be available during peak seasons.

The Lodge at Whitefish Lake, part of Averill Hospitality, offers part and full time, year-round employment, competitive compensation, and a full benefits package including paid holidays, paid time off, insurance, and company discounts in Whitefish, Montana's premier leisure and outdoor activity destination on the shores of Whitefish Lake.

Averill Hospitality provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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