Hotel Bartender & Banquet Bartender Opportunities Available! Pay: From $16.00 per hour plus tips Job Type: Part-time Reports to: Food & Beverage Manager Location: 400 Old Loudon Rd, Latham, NY 12110 Company: Holiday Inn Express and Suites- Latham Holiday Inn Express & Suites is seeking a friendly, reliable, and experienced Banquet Bartender to provide exceptional beverage service at on-site events, meetings, and special occasions. The ideal candidate is customer-focused, professional, and thrives in a fast-paced, event-driven environment. Responsibilities include but not limited to: • Set up, stock, and break down banquet bar areas according to event specifications • Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages in a timely and responsible manner • Interact with guests in a courteous, engaging, and professional way • Ensure compliance with all state and local alcohol service laws • Maintains full knowledge of beer products and descriptions. • Knowledgeable of proper glassware and pouring techniques. • Knowledgeable of wine, liquor and other featured beverages. • Can prepare tap cocktails to recipe specifications and serving procedures. • Knowledgeable about bar food offerings and current promotions. • Monitor guest alcohol consumption and handle difficult situations appropriately • Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bar area before, during, and after events • Accurately track and report beverage usage and inventory • Work collaboratively with banquet servers, event staff, and management to ensure smooth event execution • Washes glassware according to proper sanitation guidelines. • Follows opening/closing checklists to prepare for business and close down at end of shift. Qualifications • Must be over 21 • Previous bartending experience required; banquet or hotel experience preferred • TIPS/Serve Safe/ ATAP certified preferred • Strong customer service and communication skills • Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays • Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 30 lbs. • Understands basic money handling and can make proper change and process credit card transactions. • Professional appearance and demeanor • Commitment to excellent guest service • Position requires multi-tasking abilities • Able to Bend, stoop, and kneel • To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily WORK ENVIRONMENT • Evening, weekend, and holiday hours may be required • Fast paced environment • Moderate to high noise level *** WE ARE AN EOE & PARTICIPATE IN E-VERIFY ***