Bartender- Benicia's Kitchen

Sage Hospitality Group; Sonoma (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lodge Sonoma, part of Sage Hospitality Group, seeks a bartender to join our guest‑driven team. You will set up, mix drinks, serve guests and cocktail servers, and maintain bar cleanliness while upholding standards and profitability.

Responsibilities include handling guest checks, cash, and room charges, completing liquor requisitions, and ensuring compliance with state liquor laws. A minimum of 6 months bartending experience and a TIPS certification are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bartending certification and training required.
• Minimum 6 months bartending experience.
• Must be 21+ to serve alcohol.
• Ability to perform tasks in a fast-paced service area.

Responsibilities

• Set up and mix drinks and service the bar area.
• Ring guest checks, handle cash and credits.
• Prepare liquor requisitions and maintain par levels.
• Comply with state liquor laws.
• Perform sidework according to schedule.

Skills

Guest service

Cash handling

Mixology basics

Cash register operation

Education

Bartending training and certification

TIPS Certified

Tools

POS system

Job description

Why us?

Nestled in the heart of Sonoma and mere steps from the unique charm and history of its Plaza, The Lodge brings this enchanting town to life in an authentic and nuanced way. Hand-crafted touches pay homage to centuries of local craftspeople. Programming emphasizes the process, resulting in a deeper appreciation for the finished product — be it wine, art, or olive oil. Welcoming associates display pride and love for the region…a sentiment that is all but infectious. And tightly woven community connections ensure our Sonoma resort guests feel like locals, and locals feel like friends.

Job Overview

Responsible for set-up, mixing of drinks, service and clean-up of bar area while enduring quality service, guest satisfaction and the achievement/maintenance of company standards and profit maximization.

Responsibilities

• Make and serve drinks to guests and cocktail servers following established guidelines, procedures and policies regarding beverage and safety controls as prescribed by company standards.
• Perform all guest contact activities in a cordial, efficient and professional manner; maintaining a commitment to guest satisfaction.
• Ring guest checks, collect cash and process credits and room charges in the exact manner outlined by company policies and procedures.
• Complete liquor requisitions and supply lists.
• Know and comply with state liquor laws.
• Ensure established pars are maintained.
• Perform all sidework duties according to sidework schedules.

Qualifications

Education/Formal Training

Bartending training and certification, TIPS Certified

Experience

6 months bartending

Knowledge/Skills

Must be 21 years of age to serve alcoholic beverages.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Lifting trays, dish racks, glass racks, etc. 20 -40 lbs. Pushing carts, Queen Marys, hotbox, portable bar 50 -100 lbs. Carrying trays, dish racks, glass racks, etc. 20 -40 lbs.
• Bending/kneeling -ability to bend to lower level cabinets and lift trays.
• Mobility -maneuver in narrow areas and between seated guests.
• Continuous standing required to service guest functions; 100% of the time scheduled.
• Climbing approximately 12 steps 20% of 8 hours.
• No driving required.
• Must be able to ruse records and all special requests.
• Must be able to perform multiple tasks at one time, must be able to follow verbal and written instruction in English, and be able to communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Must be highly organized and able to pay attention to sound and sight details in crowded and noisy situations, particularly when handling multiple tasks.
• Must be able to use tact and understanding when dealing with a variety of customer service problems, including stressful and highly emotional situations.
• Ability to accurately count cash. Ability to operate cash register.

Salary

USD $18.47 - USD $18.47 /Hr.