Portsmouth,VA,USA-based Banquets Bartender-On-call-Quick Hire! Opening
Posted on October 24, 2025
Position in Portsmouth, VA, USA, VA
Fast Facts
- Based in: Portsmouth, VA, USA, VA (our growing Portsmouth, VA, USA office)
- Urgency: Immediate consideration in Portsmouth, VA, USA.
- Job Title: Banquets Bartender- On-call - Quick Hire!
- Company: Rivers Casino
- This Portsmouth, VA, USA-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our Rivers Casino team in Portsmouth, VA, USA, VA is growing.
- Benefit from working in Portsmouth, VA, USA, a key hub for the a dynamic industry.
Rewards
- Compensation:
- Benefits: Eligible team members receive standard benefits.
- Stable workload with modern tooling and processes.
What You'll Do
- This role centers on your professional skills within the a dynamic space in Portsmouth, VA, USA.
Rivers Casino Portsmouth is a vibrant entertainment and gaming destination located in Portsmouth, Virginia. It offers visitors a dynamic atmosphere filled with exciting gaming options, live entertainment, exquisite dining experiences, and exceptional customer service. As part of a well-established casino group, Rivers Casino Portsmouth is committed to providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all its guests while maintaining high standards in its hospitality operations.
The company prides itself on fostering a lively and inclusive work environment, offering various part-time and full-time employment opportunities. Employees can expect to work in a fast-paced, customer-oriented setting where teamwork and communication are highly valued. With a strong focus on safety regulations, especially concerning alcohol service, Rivers Casino Portsmouth ensures all team members are trained and equipped to uphold state and federal laws.
The Banquet Bartender position at Rivers Casino Portsmouth is a part-time, on-site role that involves delivering beverage and food service to guests during banquet events. This role is crucial in ensuring guest satisfaction by providing courteous, timely, and professional service. The Banquet Bartender is responsible for setting up the bar with all necessary supplies, maintaining cleanliness and sanitation standards, and complying with all safety and liquor regulations. The position requires close coordination with the banquet team to ensure smooth operations and a memorable guest experience.
The ideal candidate must have prior bartending experience, with banquet bartending experience preferred. They should be knowledgeable in beverage order processing systems, liquor laws, and responsible service practices. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to remain composed under pressure are essential, as is the capacity to work flexible shifts including weekends and holidays. This role also requires physical stamina to stand for extended periods and handle inventory tasks.
The Banquet Bartender will work under the supervision of the Banquet Captain and will not have any supervisory responsibilities themselves. Key duties include greeting guests, taking and preparing beverage orders, operating the point-of-sale system, handling cash transactions, and performing cleanup duties after events. Attention to detail is vital for maintaining quality standards for perishable items such as fruits and garnishes, as well as ensuring that all inventory and equipment are properly stored post-event.
In addition to its operational responsibilities, the Banquet Bartender at Rivers Casino Portsmouth is expected to attend departmental meetings, complete required training such as ABC certification, and respond promptly to directives from the banquet management team. This role supports the overall success of banquet functions, contributing to Rivers Casino’s reputation as a premier event venue in the region.
This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced hospitality environment and has a passion for excellent customer service in the food and beverage industry. The casino environment offers an energetic and engaging workplace where employees have the opportunity to grow their skills and advance their careers. If you are a professional bartender who values guest satisfaction, teamwork, and adherence to safety regulations, Rivers Casino Portsmouth welcomes your application.
- Must be 21 years or older
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Prior bartending experience required banquet bartending experience preferred