Job Information
Marriott Casual Banquet Bar and Drinks Associate (UK) in Glasgow, United Kingdom
Additional Information Salary: Competitive
Job Number 24074333
Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary
Location Glasgow Marriott Hotel, 500 Argyle Street, Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom
Schedule Part-Time
Located Remotely? N
Relocation? N
Position Type Non-Management
POSITION SUMMARY
The Glasgow Marriott is looking for an enthusiastic and passionate Banquet Bar and Drinks Associate / Event Support Expert to join our wonderful team, particularly for Bar and Drinks service.
Undergoing exciting refurbishment in 2024, the Glasgow Marriott Hotel offers welcoming comfort with a modern style, ideally situated in the city centre near premier attractions like OVO Hydro, Hampden Park, and the University of Glasgow. With the main ballroom suite having undergone a recent refurb, the Banqueting team has now also moved into their newly refurbished boardrooms and our associates are eager to start connecting with guests about the refreshing transformation in this buzzing and vibrant city.
Apply to join the Marriott family and #1 leader in Hospitality, where you can be inspired by what is possible and discover your own future. Begin your purpose, belong to a global community, and become the best version of you. At Marriott……. Be you.
The impact you’ll make.
Your positive energy and people-pleasing mindset are an important part of why our guests continue to choose use for their event needs. Every day presents a new opportunity to interact with people from all over the world, giving you new inspiration and perspective.
What you’ll do.
Ensure full product knowledge of all menu items and their service.
Always maintain an elevated service standard within Conference and Banqueting department.
Prepare banquet bar and drinks set up for functions as per Banquet Event Order brief.
Take drinks orders, prepare beverages, and recommend drinks menu items, taking the opportunity to upsell where appropriate.
Prepare coffee breaks, carts, and stations with appropriate food and beverages as stated in the Banquet Event Order brief.
Set rooms for the events – preparing tables, action stations, buffets, service carts, dining tables, coffee bars, full bar, etc.
Communicate additional meal requirements, allergies, dietary needs, and special requests to the kitchen. Respond to and fulfil any special banquet event arrangement and ensure buffet items are consistent and refreshed.
Facilitate banqueting clients and manage every reasonable request to provide wonderful customer service and ensure guest satisfaction.
Who we are looking for.
We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated individual who we anticipate will have worked in a similar role within the hospitality or travel and tourism industry. The ideal candidate will be a team player who is a fast learner, adaptable and has exceptional attention to detail, interpersonal and communication skills.
A warm, people-oriented demeanor
A team -first attitude
Positive outlook and outgoing personality
Flexibility, problem-solving skills, and multi-tasking ability
The ability to stand, sit, or walk for extended periods of time across a work shift.
Previous experience in a similar hospitality setting preferred.
Perks you deserve:
Employee Assistance Programme
Dedicated benefits website with access to discounts, rewards, and perks to top brands
Free meal on shift
Staff car parking whilst on shift
Learning + Development Opportunities
A little more about us.
The Marriott International brand has more than 500 global locations; we advance in the art of hosting so that our guests can travel brilliantly. As a host with Marriott Hotels, you will help keep this promise by delivering premium choices, sophisticated style, and well-crafted details. With your skills and imagination, together we will innovate and reinvent the future of travel.
Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.
Marriott Hotels strive to elevate the art of hospitality, innovating at every opportunity while keeping the comfort of the oh-so-familiar all around the globe. As a host with Marriott Hotels, you will help keep the promise of “Wonderful Hospitality. Always.” by delivering thoughtful, heartfelt, forward-thinking service that upholds and builds upon this living legacy. With the name that’s synonymous with hospitality the world over, we are proud to welcome you to explore a career with Marriott Hotels. In joining Marriott Hotels, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.
JW Marriott is part of Marriott International's luxury portfolio and consists of more than 100 beautiful properties in gateway cities and distinctive resort locations around the world. JW believes our associates come first. Because if you’re happy, our guests will be happy. JW Marriott associates are confident, innovative, genuine, intuitive, and carry on the legacy of the brand’s namesake and company founder, J.Willard Marriott. Our hotels offer a work experience unlike any other, where you’ll be part of a community and enjoy true camaraderie with a diverse group of co-workers. JW creates opportunities for training, development, recognition and most importantly, a place where you can pursue your passions in a luxury environment with a focus on holistic well-being. Treating guests exceptionally starts with the way we take care of our associates. That’s The JW Treatment™. In joining JW Marriott, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.