Banquet Server/Bartender (Seasonal)

AC Hotel by Marriott Vancouver Waterfront is currently seeking a Seasonal Banquet Server/Bartender.  If you have the talent, experience, and attitude for this position, welcome to join our TEAM!

The 150-room AC by Marriott Hotel opened in June 2022, featuring 7,000 sq ft of event space (all with river view), restaurant and lounge with outdoor seating, and spectacular views of the Columbia River.

The Banquet Server/Bartender is responsible for providing bar service that is fast, friendly, efficient, and professional while maintaining all sanitation standards.  You will prepare and serve drinks to customers, able to mix and match ingredients to create classic and innovative drinks by customers' needs and expectations.  The purpose of this position is to interact with the hotel event guests and ensure they have great experience at the event bar.

• Great all guests promptly in a friendly and welcoming manner.
• Sets banquet tables, buffet service including food and drinks, tray service, clearing tables, and event breakdown and follow event timelines, menus, seating plans, and service instructions.
• Make function space visually appealing.
• Take beverage orders from the banquet servers or directly from guests.
• Mixed drinks, cocktails, and other bar beverages as ordered and in compliance with company standards and verify guests ages.
• Ensure that the assigned bar area is fully equipped with tools and products needed for mixing beverages and serving guests.
• Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of food and beverage products, menus, and promotions. 
• Maintain a clean working area by sweeping, vacuuming, dusting, cleaning glass doors and windows, etc. as needed.
• Perform other tasks as required and assigned by the Department Head. 

• High School Diploma or GED. At least 1-year working experience as Banquet Server/Bartender in a hotel, banquet set up, restaurant or full-service hotel preferred.
• Experience serving food and beverages at weddings, conferences, meetings, receptions, and other large events is an advantage.
• Bartending experience and knowledge of standard cocktails, beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages.
• Current alcohol-service certification or permit were required by local law.
• Current food handler certification, where required.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Professional, courteous, and well-groomed appearance.
• Ability to work cooperatively with banquet staff, kitchen employees, bartenders, supervisors, hotel guests, and event organizers.
• Familiarity with point-of-sale systems, cash handling, inventory control, and bar closing procedures.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and workplace health and safety standards.
• Reliable attendance, punctuality, sound judgment, and professional attitude.

Physical and Work-Environment Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, often throughout an entire event or shift.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull food, beverage, bar, and banquet-service supplies.
• Ability to carry serving trays, dishes, glassware, beverage containers, and equipment safely.
• Ability to frequently bend, stoop, reach, kneel, crouch, and stretch while setting up and clearing tables.
• Ability to move tables, chairs, linen carts, portable bars, service stations, and other event equipment, with assistance when necessary.
• Ability to navigate safely through crowded banquet rooms, kitchens, service areas, elevators, and stairways.
• Sufficient hand and finger coordination to handle glassware, dishes, serving utensils, bottles, corkscrews, shakers, cash, and point-of-sale equipment.
• Ability to maintain balance while carrying trays and serving guests.
• Ability to work in environments with varying temperatures, loud music, crowded spaces, and frequent movement.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks, such as serving, clearing, polishing glassware, stocking supplies, and cleaning work areas.

Schedule Expectations

The position needed is for Seasonal. The schedule may vary based on the operation needs. This role requires availability for scheduled shifts that may include daytime, evenings, weekdays/weekends, holidays, early preparation periods, and extended or changing service times.