Bartender

Tommy Bahama; Palm Desert (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Tommy Bahama in California is seeking an ambassador of our island-inspired concept to deliver 5-star service in a full-service restaurant. You will greet guests, share knowledge of our food, beverages, and presentation, and collaborate with the team to ensure exceptional dining experiences.

Ideal candidates have at least 1 year of bartending or related experience, hold a food handler card and alcohol service certification, and meet minimum age requirements.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of bartending or related experience in a full service restaurant
• Current food handler’s card and alcohol service certification as required by law
• Meet minimum age for preparing and serving alcoholic beverages
• Basic knowledge of food and beverage service/hospitality
• Excellent guest service skills
• High school diploma or GED
• Willingness to perform other duties as required that are necessary to support the business

Responsibilities

• Greet Guests with a friendly smile and balance service between bar top guests and the service well
• Deliver exceptional services by knowledge of all food, beer, wine, and spirits menus
• Maintain proper cash handling and operation of the POS system and Hospitality Standards
• Maintain a clean and sanitary environment and manage stock levels and inventory of perishables and spirits

Skills

Bartending

Guest service

Hospitality

Cash handling

Alcohol service

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

POS system

Job description

LIVE THE ISLAND LIFE

Tommy Bahama is more than just an island inspired brand, it’s a lifestyle! Live the Island Life as an ambassador of our brand, all while providing 5-star food and service! We look for those who are passionate about growth as we offer a variety of rewarding positions from culinary, front of house and management teams. You will play an integral role in restaurant’s leadership, inspiring your team to work together to achieve our goals and create an environment of aloha fun. Come join us, share knowledge on each season’s scratch cuisine, hand crafted cocktails, and provide guest with world class dining - taking them some place great!

BE THE ISLAND GUIDE

• Create a relaxed destination – Greet all Guests with a friendly smile, demonstrating genuine hospitality balancing service between bar top Guests and the service well
• Set the course – Deliver exceptional services by providing knowledge of all food, beer, wine, and spirits menus – including ingredients, preparation methods, and presentation
• Build the perfect oasis – Practice proper cash handling, proper operation of the point-of-sale system and Hospitality Standards
• Support your crew – Maintain a clean and sanitary environment for all team members and maintain proper stock levels (including inventory control and ordering) of perishables and spirits according to projected business

Essentials For Life In Paradise

• You have 1+ years of bartending or related experience in a full service restaurant
• You have a current food handler’s card and alcohol service certification as required by federal/state/local law
• You meet minimum age for preparing and serving alcoholic beverages
• You have basic knowledge of food and beverage service/hospitality
• You have excellent guest service skills
• You have a high school diploma or GED
• Willingness to perform other duties as required that are necessary to support the business

Essential Physical Requirements

• Lift and/or move up to approximately 50 pounds frequently
• Bending/stooping/kneeling required – frequently
• Routine standing for duration of shift
• Maneuvering the following types of equipment or machinery:
• Hand cart, blenders, knives, slices, wine keys and other tools listed in training manual
• Scheduled shifts determined by business needs

Multiple factors will vary the applicable rate of pay for this role, including an individual’s experience, knowledge, and skillset, as well as work location and available budget.

Rate Range: CA State Minimum Wage + Tips

Mahalo (thank you) for your interest in Tommy Bahama!

Mahalo (thank you) for your interest in Tommy Bahama!

Tommy Bahama is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants based on race, color, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religious creed, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, military and veteran status, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition, genetic information, reproductive health decision-making or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need an accommodation to complete an online application, please contact the location you are applying to or send an email to our recruiting team at [e-mail].

Tommy Bahama is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants based on race, color, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religious creed, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, military and veteran status, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition, genetic information, reproductive health decision-making or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need an accommodation to complete an online application, please contact the location you are applying to or send an email to our recruiting team at [e-mail].

Tommy Bahama participates in E-Verify. Details in English and Spanish. Right to Work Statement in English and Spanish.