On Call- Banquet Bartender

About Us

The story of The Laura Hotel is inextricably linked to the steamboat of the same name which inspired the property's rebirth.

Just as The Laura once forged intrepidly ahead, navigating waters once thought impassable, our hotel will help to take Downtown Houston into a brave new future filled with culinary excellence, inspiring creativity, and opportunities for both business and pleasure too numerous to count.

We are building our team with passionate, hospitality focused individuals who are looking to create a memorable experience for our guests.

When you join the family, you also get the benefit of the HEI Loves culture.

HEI Loves is dedicated to celebrating our associates by offering the most competitive compensation, benefits, and PTO programs.

Our associates are also eligible to take advantage of everything from free lunch, discounted parking to travel benefits, and much more.

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Overview

Assist Banquet Manager in the serving of guests during banquet functions to ensure positive guest experience.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities


* Check Banquet Event Orders to determine function, number of guests and type of bar (house, premium, cash, open, etc.)


* Set up portable bar in function area according to standard policies and procedures.


* Make and serve drinks to guests in a friendly, courteous, and timely manner following established guidelines, policies and procedures regarding beverages and safety controls are prescribed by the company, the state and the hotel.


* Abide by all State, Federal and Corporate requirements pertaining to serving alcoholic beverages.


* Remove all trash and liquor glasses from tables, tablecloths, trash and liquor from function area.

• Return bar to storeroom.


* Breakdown, clean bar thoroughly; wipe surface areas and empty water in portable bar.

Return all equipment and supplies to proper area.


* Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis.


* Perform any other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills


* Hotel experience or similar preferred.


* Must communicate well with guests.


* Must have basic knowledge of service of various alcoholic beverages.


* Sufficient manual dexterity in hands in order to use a knife to make garnish, pick up glassware and bottles, scoop ice, mix drinks, and reach overhead to retrieve stock with or without reasonable accommodation.


* Ability to comprehend written product labeling instructions to enab...