Banquet Bartender

Overview

We are Porter, a progressive venture from the One Workplace family headquartered in Seattle, Washington. We’re here to create thoughtful human-centered spaces that foster meaningful relationships through collaborative design so that employees can work their best. We’ve worked with leading global and local companies to transform and design spaces to promote productivity and creativity. We are driven by radical hospitality, the act of going beyond what is required to add sincerity and integrity to all our work.

Porter is committed to the development of empathetic leaders, diversification of talent and increased representation at every level of our business. We believe in cultivating a culture of inclusion and are dedicated to building and retaining teams through removing unnecessary barriers to employment and providing opportunities for career growth. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or veteran status.

Compensation range: $24/hr Tips

Address: 1201 2nd Ave #100, Seattle, WA 98101

Full-Time Benefits:

• 15 days of PTO
• 8 Paid holidays
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401k Employer Match
• Wellness App with reimbursement of up to $500/year

POSITION OVERVIEW 

The Banquet Bartender is responsible for beverage service and bar execution during events at the Tenant Lounge. This role blends mixology, brand hospitality, and event fluidity. The Banquet Bartender ensures guests receive thoughtful, prompt, and engaging service while maintaining Porter Hospitality’s commitment to quality, efficiency, and atmosphere. 

Position Summary

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

• Execute bar set-up according to BEO and Porter Lounge standards. 

• Prepare all necessary garnishes, ice, tools, glassware, mixers, and backstock. 

• Serve beer, wine, cocktails, mocktails, and NA selections with polish and efficiency. 

• Monitor guest consumption and maintain responsible alcohol service at all times. 

• Communicate with floor team for timing of tray-passed beverages, refills, and clearing. 

• Maintain bar cleanliness and organization throughout event. 

• Ensure accurate breakdown and closing of bar including inventory, logs, and reset. 

• Assist with polishing, bus tub maintenance, and team support pre- and post-event. 

• Assist floor and culinary with any necessary plating, serving, setting or display maintenance. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES 

• Strong knowledge of event set-up, execution, tear down and reset. 

• Confidence in answering any guest questions regarding the programming and offerings. 

• Willingness to learn and grow through ongoing education with Porter Hospitality. 

• Ability to work independently. 

Personal Competencies 

Self-Development: Actively seeks new ways to grow and be challenged using both formal and informal development channels.   

Relationship management and Teamwork: The ability to leverage interpersonal skills to establish rapport and develop relationships as part of a multifunctional team in a fast-paced, collaborative and deadline driven environment.   

Time Management: Ability to multi-task to meet goals, good time management skills and ability to take ownership for project deliverables.   

Communications & Problem Solving: Ability to remain optimistic and enthusiastic while creatively solving problems.  Convey information to all key stakeholders in both written and verbal formats.  Determine and utilize the appropriate communication channels.   

Empathy, Involvement & Support: Listen and respond with empathy.  Ability to understand issues and different perspectives of others.  Ability to ask for help and encourage others. 

COMPENSATION & DETAILS 

Hourly position with access to shared service charges and gratuities where applicable. 

Banquet shifts are on-call, part-time or full-time depending on event calendar. 

Porter Hospitality employees enjoy shift meals, training development opportunities, and exposure to dynamic hospitality environments. 

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE 

• 2 years of bartending or banquet beverage service experience. 

• WA MAST Permit required (or obtained within 14 days of hire). 

• WA Food Handler’s Card required. 

• Strong knowledge of spirits, beer, wine, mocktails, and bar efficiency. 

• Strong organizational and communication skills. 

• Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs, kegs, or bus tubs, and working a full shift on your feet. 

• Must be available evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. 

Physical Demands & Work Environment 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 70 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, color perception, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Regularly works with others face to face, over the phone and email in an office environment with moderate noise.  Nature of work may require time spent out of the office; reliable transportation required.  Periodically works outside and may work around moving objects, dust, and dirt.  Must be able to climb up into and down from delivery trucks and walk up and down ramps where required.  

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.