Bartender

GOEBEL FIXTURE COMPANY; La Quinta (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradition Golf Club in La Quinta, CA is seeking a friendly bartender for a seasonal full/part-time role. You will manage beverage service, stock bars, and ensure guests receive high-quality, timely drinks.

The ideal candidate has 2–5 years in upscale dining, a High school diploma, and a Responsible Beverage Service Certification. You will greet members, follow liquor laws, maintain clean bars, and support a collaborative team during peak events.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2–5 years of related experience in full-service/upscale dining preferred.
• Must hold a Responsible Beverage Service Certification.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to liquor regulations and checks IDs.
• Sets up bars, stocks beer, wine, spirits and supplies.
• Maintains stock and garnishes; keeps bar areas clean.
• Greets members/guests in a courteous manner.
• Takes drink orders and prepares beverages per standard recipes.
• Checks identification and handles beverage service responsibly.
• Maintains safe, organized bar area and health standards.
• Contributes to teamwork and positive guest experiences.

Skills

Basic math & literacy

Reading & writing

Ethical conduct

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

2-5 years dining experience

Tools

Responsible Beverage Service Certification

Job description

• Location 78505 Old Ave. 52,La Quinta, CA, 92253,United States
• Base Pay $26.00 - $28.00 / Hour
• Employee Type Seasonal FT

Contact information

Description

Welcome to Tradition Golf Club

Tradition Golf Club is a special place. We are known for our golf, our beauty, history and warm and friendly members. Tradition offers an 18-hole course, 9-hole par 3 course, practice facilities, over 100 member and family events, full fitness facility, spa services, bocce ball, pickleball and many enriched programs and fun social events.

At Tradition Golf Club, hospitality is personal. Our Food & Beverage team takes pride in creating memorable experiences for our members and guests while supporting one another in a positive, professional, and team-focused environment.

We are looking for team members who bring a genuine passion for hospitality, a positive attitude, and a commitment to exceptional service. The ideal candidate enjoys creating memorable experiences, building relationships with members and guests, and contributing to a team that takes pride in what we do.

As a seasonal private club, we are looking to fill a full-time or part-time position from approximately October 2026 to June 2027. our busiest times are also some of our most exciting. Flexibility and availability during peak season, holidays, special events, tournaments, and other high-demand periods are important to the success of our team. We value team members who are dependable, adaptable, engaged, and ready to contribute wherever needed.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Bartender position at Tradition Golf Club is responsible for beverage control and general cleanliness of all bar areas. The Bartender consistently displays and provides the Three Steps of Service at all opportunities, which meet and exceed the Member's expectations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Adheres to state, federal and corporate liquor regulations pertaining to serving alcoholic beverages to minors and intoxicated guests
• Sets up assigned bars; requisitions and stocks all beer, wine, spirits, paper products, straws and stirrers, condiments, glassware, ice and produce
• Maintains stock, prepares, cures and stores all fresh fruit and vegetable garnishes, juices and other perishables to ensure product quality
• Greets member/guests in a courteous, friendly manner
• Takes and/or processes orders for drinks; mixes, garnishes and presents drinks using standard ingredient recipes; practices prudent portion control
• Checks members/guests at the bar for proper identification
• Detects and acts upon guest inebriation as trained. Demonstrates knowledge of liquor laws.
• Locks up and stores all beverage product, food, equipment items, deposits and cash drops; secures bank
• Performs general cleaning tasks to adhere to health and safety standards; keeps work area clean and organized
• Arranges bottles and glasses to maintain an attractive display in the bar area
• Washes and sterilizes stemware
• Leadership – Maintain a positive, upbeat role, promote and exemplify Company values and represents departmental objectives and interests to internal and external customers
• Customer Service – Follow up on complaints, questions, and concerns; respond to internal/external customer needs in a friendly, timely and efficient manner
• Teamwork - Develop and promote teamwork and cooperation among co-workers
• Safety – Comply with established safe work practices and attend to all safety-related training provided or made available by the Company.
• Other duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• None

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma/GED
• 2-5 years of related experience in full service/upscale dining (Preferred)

Required Technical / Other Skills and Abilities

• The ability to read, write and execute basic math skills.
• Ethical Conduct
• Problem solving abilities

Required Licenses/Certifications

• Responsible Beverage Service Certification

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described on the attached "Physical Demands of the Position" chart are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

SAFETY

The employee is required to comply with established safe work practices and attend all safety-related training provided or made available by Tradition Golf Club.

Tradition Golf Club is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.