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Banquet Bartender

New Orleans, LAOnsiteFull TimePosted 2 months agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

  • bartending
  • Louisiana alcohol service laws
  • food safety certifications
  • cash handling
  • cocktails
  • wine
  • beer
  • spirits
  • beverage preparation

Nice to have

  • banquet experience
  • catering experience
  • hotel experience
  • luxury hospitality experience

Role summary

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is seeking a Banquet Bartender for its luxury hotel in New Orleans. The role involves preparing and serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, ensuring responsible alcohol service according to Louisiana laws, and maintaining bar setup, cleanliness, and inventory. The ideal candidate will have previous bartending experience, strong knowledge of beverages, excellent guest service skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced banquet environment. This position requires flexibility in scheduling and adherence to all safety and service standards.

  • Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages in accordance with hotel standards, recipes, and event specifications
  • Provide professional, friendly, and attentive service to guests during banquet and catered events
  • Verify guest age identification and serve alcohol responsibly in accordance with Louisiana alcohol service laws and hotel policies
  • Set up, stock, maintain, and break down banquet bars and beverage stations before, during, and after events
  • Maintain cleanliness, organization, and sanitation standards at all bar and beverage service areas
  • Monitor guest alcohol consumption and address service concerns professionally and responsibly
  • Accurately process beverage transactions and maintain proper cash handling procedures when applicable
  • Ensure bar inventory, garnishes, glassware, and supplies are properly stocked throughout events
  • Collaborate with Banquet, Culinary, and Event teams to ensure smooth and timely service execution
  • Follow all food safety, sanitation, and responsible alcohol service procedures
  • Maintain knowledge of cocktails, wines, spirits, beer selections, and banquet beverage offerings
  • Assist with special events, VIP functions, weddings, and large-scale banquet operations as assigned
  • Uphold luxury hospitality standards through professionalism, attention to detail, and exceptional guest engagement
  • Previous bartending experience required; banquet, catering, hotel, or luxury hospitality experience preferred
  • Strong knowledge of cocktails, wine, beer, spirits, and beverage preparation techniques
  • Excellent guest service and interpersonal communication skills
  • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume banquet environment
  • Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
  • Ability to maintain professionalism and composure during busy events and service periods
  • Professional appearance and demeanor required
  • Ability to work flexible schedules including evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended shifts as operationally required
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
  • Must meet Louisiana legal requirements for alcohol service
  • Must possess or be able to obtain a valid Louisiana Responsible Vendor (RV) Server Permit
  • Must possess or be able to obtain any required food safety certifications in accordance with local and state regulations

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is a renowned luxury hotel brand with a global presence and a commitment to creating lasting memories for our guests. With over 30,000 colleagues worldwide, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional service, fostering a culture of excellence, and making special happen.

Hotel Overview:

Located in the heart of downtown Fairmont New Orleans will be an impressive new addition to Fairmont’s luxury portfolio, offering 250 luxury guest rooms, four food & drink venues, a rooftop pool with expansive views of the city, more than 19,000 square feet of function space, and a 10,000 square-foot spa.

This property is destined to become an illustrious destination in the Central Business District, nearby the city’s renowned and historic French Quarter.

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