Job Description
Job Description
Event Bartender
We are looking for enthusiastic and experienced bartenders who thrive in an event-driven environment and are passionate about providing excellent service to guests. Our ideal candidates will have a strong knowledge of cocktails, spirits, and wines, along with a friendly and engaging personality.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
Greet event guests warmly and provide exceptional service
Set up and breakdown bar stations for events, ensuring they are well-stocked and organized
Prepare and serve a variety of drinks, including cocktails, beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages
Take orders and serve food and drinks to guests at the bar and event tables
Check identification to ensure guests are of legal drinking age
Maintain a clean and organized bar area throughout the event
Handle cash and card transactions accurately
Engage with guests, answer questions, and make drink recommendations
Comply with all food and beverage regulations and health and safety standards
Adapt to different event settings and guest preferences
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Proven experience as a bartender, preferably in an event setting
Knowledge of mixing, garnishing, and serving drinks
Excellent customer service and communication skills
Ability to handle cash and operate a point-of-sale (POS) system
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle stressful situations
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
Must be 18 years of age.
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to work in a standing position and walk for long periods of time.
- Servers will regularly stand for long periods of time, bend, stoop, turn, lift, walk, and carry and lift up to fifty (50) pounds.
Oxford Commons is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and pride ourselves on sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.