For chic, stylish, and cultured leisure and business travelers, Le Meridien St Louis Clayton is the hotel that best delivers the art of travel by curating modern, unique, and sophisticated guest experiences that pay homage to the European influence of St. Louis. Le Meridien St Louis Clayton is currently looking for a creative Bartenders to join our Banquet team!

JOB OVERVIEW:

As a Banquet Bartender with Le Meridien St Louis Clayton, you will be responsible for the set-up and breakdown of the banquet bars, and service of the bar in a friendly, courteous, and professional manner in accordance with the high standards of the hotel and brand.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Check Event Order to determine function, number of guests, and type of bar (house, premium, mocktail, cash, open, etc)
• Attend roll call meetings before events to learn function particulars, including guest and hotel expectations.
• Set-up portable bar in function area according to standard policies and procedures
• Greet guests and respond to requests in a friendly and courteous manner.
• Make and serve drinks to guests in a friendly, courteous and timely manner following established recipes and guidelines.
• Abide by all State, Federal and Corporate requirements pertaining to serving alcoholic beverages.
• Replenish beverages as necessary, and check with guests for overall satisfaction.
• Once banquet is complete, breakdown and clean bar thoroughly, wipe surface areas, and empty ice/water.
• Return all equipment and supplies to proper areas.
• Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis.
• Perform any other job-related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Positive Attitude with a team first mentality
• Ability to maintain high levels of professionalism; treat others with respect and consideration regardless of situation.
• Ability to manage difficult or emotional customers or situations; includes ability to respond promptly to guest requests
• Basic knowledge of food & beverage preparations, service standards, and etiquette.
• Basic cocktail knowledge and the ability to follow a recipe.
• Ability to remember, recite and promote a variety of menu items
• Ability to transport up to 30lbs through a crowded room on a continuous basis