Bartender

Tommy Bahama; Wailea (HI); On-site; USD 15,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Tommy Bahama in Wailea, Hawaii is seeking a passionate Bartender to enhance the dining experience by providing exceptional food service and hospitality. As a key member of the restaurant's leadership team, you will inspire and support your colleagues, ensuring guests receive a world-class dining experience. Desirable qualifications include at least 1 year of bartending or related experience and a high school diploma. Opportunities for tips enhance your earnings, making this role exciting and rewarding.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of bartending or related experience in a full-service restaurant.
• Current food handler’s card and alcohol service certification required.
• Willingness to perform other duties as required to support the business.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests with a friendly smile and provide exceptional service.
• Deliver knowledge of food, beer, wine, and spirits menus.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary environment for all team members.

Skills

Bartending experience

Guest service skills

Basic knowledge of food and beverage service

Cash handling

Education

High school diploma or GED

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 the restaurant’s leadership, inspiring your team to work together to achieve our goals and create an environment of aloha fun. Share knowledge on each season’s scratch cuisine, hand‑crafted cocktails, and provide guests with world‑class dining.

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 line.
• Set the course – Deliver exceptional service 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, operating the point‑of‑sale system, and upholding 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.

Essential Skills & Qualifications

• 1+ year of bartending or related experience in a full‑service restaurant.
• Current food handler’s card and alcohol service certification required by federal/state/local law.
• Minimum age to prepare and serve 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 to support the business.

Essential Physical Requirements

• Lift and/or move up to approximately 50 pounds frequently.
• Bending, stooping, and kneeling required – frequently.
• Routine standing for the duration of the shift.
• Maneuvering hand cart, blenders, knives, slicers, wine keys, and other tools listed in the 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: State Minimum Wage + Tips.

Legal Notice

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.