Bartender

The Copper Key; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

The Copper Key in Downtown Los Angeles is seeking a polished Bartender to join a private membership venue in the Bradbury Building. The role focuses on delivering a thoughtful beverage experience, maintaining high standards, and serving members and guests with hospitality and professionalism.

You will build knowledge of the menu, craft cocktails with precision, and contribute to events within our hospitality group.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of restaurant or full-service hospitality experience.
• Minimum of 1 year of craft cocktail experience in a cocktail bar, restaurant, hotel, or comparable establishment.
• Proficiency in classic cocktails, standardized recipes, spirits, wine, beer, and contemporary beverage trends.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver polished, personalized service in a member centric environment.
• Availability to work the established schedule of Tuesday through Thursday, 3:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m. including some holidays that may fall within those days.
• Current California Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) certification through the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control.
• Valid California Food Handler Card, maintained throughout employment.
• Proficiency with POS systems, payment processing, and established cash-handling and inventory procedures.
• Knowledge of applicable alcohol service laws, food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional hospitality. Provide warm, attentive, and personalized service to members and their guests.
• Execute cocktails with precision. Prepare classic and contemporary craft cocktails according to established recipes, specifications, and presentation standards.
• Build beverage knowledge. Maintain a strong understanding of the menu, including spirits, wine, beer, and current cocktail trends, to make informed recommendations.
• Maintain a refined bar environment. Keep the bar, backbar, glassware, tools, and service areas clean, organized, stocked, and presentable throughout each shift.
• Uphold operational standards. Complete opening and closing duties, prepare ingredients and garnishes, restock supplies, rotate inventory, and minimize waste.
• Collaborate across the hospitality team. Communicate effectively with management and other departments to support seamless service and a consistent member experience.
• Support events and special programming. Assist with event preparation, bar setup, service, and breakdown, with opportunities to contribute to the broader hospitality group's event operations.

Skills

Craft cocktails

Hospitality service

Customer relations

Attention to detail

Tools

POS systems

Cash handling

Job description

Schedule: Tuesday–Thursday, 3:00 p.m.~ 8:00 p.m.

Position Type: Part-Time

Location: Downtown Los Angeles, CA

About the Role

We are seeking a polished, hospitality-driven Bartender to join our team at a private membership venue in the Bradbury Building. This role is ideal for a self-starter who takes pride in their craft, values meaningful relationships, and understands that exceptional hospitality goes beyond service to a genuine commitment to caring for others.

You will be responsible for delivering a thoughtful, consistent beverage experience for our members and their guests while maintaining high standards of quality, cleanliness, presentation, and professionalism.

This position offers a consistent three-day schedule, Tuesday through Thursday, from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Additional opportunities may be available to support special events and join the event team within our larger hospitality group.

What You'll Do

• Deliver exceptional hospitality. Provide warm, attentive, and personalized service to members and their guests.
• Execute cocktails with precision. Prepare classic and contemporary craft cocktails according to established recipes, specifications, and presentation standards.
• Build beverage knowledge. Maintain a strong understanding of the menu, including spirits, wine, beer, and current cocktail trends, to make informed recommendations.
• Maintain a refined bar environment. Keep the bar, backbar, glassware, tools, and service areas clean, organized, stocked, and presentable throughout each shift.
• Uphold operational standards. Complete opening and closing duties, prepare ingredients and garnishes, restock supplies, rotate inventory, and minimize waste.
• Collaborate across the hospitality team. Communicate effectively with management and other departments to support seamless service and a consistent member experience.
• Support events and special programming. Assist with event preparation, bar setup, service, and breakdown, with opportunities to contribute to the broader hospitality group's event operations.

Job Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of restaurant or full-service hospitality experience.
• Minimum of 1 year of craft cocktail experience in a cocktail bar, restaurant, hotel, or comparable establishment.
• Proficiency in classic cocktails, standardized recipes, spirits, wine, beer, and contemporary beverage trends.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver polished, personalized service in a member centric environment.
• Availability to work the established schedule of Tuesday through Thursday, 3:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m. including some holidays that may fall within those days
• Current California Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) certification through the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control.
• Valid California Food Handler Card, maintained throughout employment.
• Proficiency with POS systems, payment processing, and established cash-handling and inventory procedures.
• Knowledge of applicable alcohol service laws, food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety practices.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, including prolonged standing and walking, frequent reaching and bending, and lifting or carrying supplies weighing up to 50 pounds, with reasonable accommodation where applicable.

Who You Are

• Hospitality-minded. You understand that great hospitality is personal, thoughtful, and intentional.
• Craft-focused. You take pride in the details behind a well-made drink.
• Polished and personable. You communicate confidently, present yourself professionally, and adapt your approach to different members and guests.
• Discreet and attentive. You respect member privacy, exercise sound judgment, and handle sensitive situations professionally.
• Organized and proactive. You maintain a clean, efficient workspace and anticipate the needs of service.
• Collaborative. You work well across departments and are willing to contribute beyond your regular bar service responsibilities for the benefit of the team.
• Growth-oriented. You welcome feedback, continue developing your beverage knowledge, and take pride in representing a high-standard hospitality environment.

Our Commitment

We are committed to maintaining a professional, respectful, and inclusive workplace where hospitality, teamwork, accountability, and attention to detail are valued. We are an equal opportunity employer and consider qualified applicants without regard to protected characteristics under applicable law.

If you take pride in your craft, value genuine relationships, and want to contribute to a hospitality team that prioritizes quality and consistency, we would love to hear from you.