PT Catering Event Bartender
26 days ago
Norfolk
Job Description *Flexible scheduling--perfect for someone looking for a second job with occasional shifts.* *Catering is seasonal, so the number of opportunities to pick up event shifts is variable based on time of year* About us: Groovin' Gourmets is the catering division of Trolley Hospitality Companies, a Richmond-based hospitality group serving the greater Richmond and Hampton Roads regions. We specialize in delivering fresh, chef-crafted meals and seamless service for corporate functions, weddings, and social events of all sizes. Our commitment to quality extends beyond the food--we believe our success starts with our people. Driven by a shared purpose of delivering happiness to our customers, community, and team, we focus on fostering a supportive and positive workplace where everyone's contributions are valued. We hope you will join us! Our Values - The Trolley Way: • No excuses, • Do the right thing, • Can-do attitude, • Always growing, • Help first-be a part of the solution, • Transparency and honesty-no BS Please visit our website at www.trolleyhouseva.com to learn more! About You: • You are energized by helping others celebrate important events, • You are naturally able to build rapport with customers, • Providing excellent customer service brings you joy, • Attention to detail is your superpower, • You seek out opportunities to 'leave it better than you found it', • You're not afraid to learn from your mistakes, • You want to be a part of a growing company that values their employees How You Will Make an Impact: • Review the event worksheet before arriving at the event--be knowledgeable about the event you are working, timeline, bar type, food, etc., • Check in with the Event Captain or Co-Captain when you arrive at the event and when you leave., • Help unload the GG vehicle and set up the bar area and all appropriate glassware., • During the event, prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks to guests, answer questions about drink ingredients and make suggestions for different types of beverages and cocktails., • Verify that all guests served alcohol are of the legal drinking age., • If the event has a cash bar, take payments for drinks (cash or credit, using the Square app)., • At the end of the event, clean up the bar area; pack all beer and wines back into the appropriate boxes., • Assist with the general breakdown of the event; ensure no food, plates, beverages, or other debris remain behind and that rentals are neatly stacked in the appropriate location. What You Bring to the Table: • 2+ years of bartending experience, preferably in a catering/banquet setting, • Able to follow directions and work independently, • Effective verbal communication skills, • This is a very physical position--must be able to bend, twist, lift at least 50 pounds, and stand on your feet for long periods of time The Good Stuff: • $20/hr + occasional tips, • Discounts at all Trolley House Hospitality companies including catering services, Gourmet Gang Delis, and vending items in our warehouse, • Part-time employees who work at least 1,000 hours a year are eligible for 401k matching after the first year, • Flexible scheduling--perfect for someone looking for a second job!