What are the responsibilities and job description for the Trade Room Bartender position at Makeready LLC?
The Greenleigh River Oaks - Opening Summer 2026
In a world where natural beauty meets big-city sensibilities, The Greenleigh invites sophisticated travelers and locals to escape to an urban oasis flavored by unexpected creativity. With a coveted location neighboring the charms of River Oaks, and the culture of Uptown's energy, The Greenleigh is the one place that truly celebrates, and elevates, the unexpected nature of Houston.
At The Greenleigh, the bar is more than a place—it’s an experience. The Trade Room Bartender plays a key role in bringing the restaurant’s energy to life through expertly crafted beverages, thoughtful service, and an engaging guest presence.
This role blends technical skill with genuine hospitality, creating memorable moments while delivering consistent, high-quality beverage experiences.
Requested Tasks
- Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages for banquet and catered events
- Set up and break down bar stations according to Banquet Event Orders (BEOs)
- Ensure bar areas are clean, organized, and fully stocked before, during, and after events
- Maintain knowledge of drink recipes, wine, beer, and specialty cocktails
- Provide friendly, attentive, and professional service to guests
- Monitor guest consumption and adhere to all responsible alcohol service guidelines
- Verify guest identification and ensure compliance with all alcohol laws and regulations
- Assist with inventory tracking and restocking of bar supplies
- Collaborate with Banquet and Catering teams to ensure smooth event flow
- Handle guest requests and resolve issues with professionalism and care
Requested Capabilities
- Prior bartending experience in banquets, events, or hospitality settings preferred
- Knowledge of beverage preparation, cocktail recipes, and bar operations
- Valid alcohol service certification required (TABC or equivalent)
- Strong communication and guest service skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
- Professional, polished, and approachable demeanor
- Ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Ability to stand and move for extended periods during events
- Ability to lift and carry objects up to 50 pounds (e.g., kegs, cases, bar supplies)
As part of the Makeready collection, we proudly offer a variety of thoughtful benefits and perks for eligible team members including accommodating PTO/PTO exchange, medical/dental/vision benefits, maternity/paternity leave, pet insurance, company-matched dependent care & 401k, student loan repayment program and a wide range of additional ancillary benefits. The health, happiness and well-being of our team is our top priority.
We take pride in our Guiding Principles to help define how we successfully work together. We follow them not out of duty but live by them instinctively.
Makeready LLC and its affiliated entities are proud to encourage and support an environment where everyone can be a successful team member as their true independent self. We are an equal opportunity workplace and employer that does not discriminate based on race, color, disability, gender/sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other protected status. We are committed to building a team and a workplace where we are all able to be successful based solely on our individual qualifications, experience, abilities and job performance.