Bartender | Downtowner - ARRIVE Albuquerque

ARRIVE by Palisociety; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 31,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Sick pay

Employee discounts

Job summary

ARRIVE Albuquerque, located in a renovated hotel and neighborhood hub, seeks a bartender to deliver well-crafted drinks and build rapport with guests from morning espresso to late-night cocktails.

You will learn our service standards, maintain a welcoming bar, restock as needed, and collaborate with hotel staff to promote exclusive offers. On-site role with evenings, weekends, and holidays often required.

Qualifications

• 1 year of related experience as a Bartender in a high-quality full-service or fast-casual environment.
• Excellent knowledge of mixing, garnishing, and serving drinks, with the ability to keep the bar organized, stocked, and clean.
• Clear communication skills, fluent in English, with basic arithmetic for tabs and inventory.

Responsibilities

• Craft drinks for every occasion — mimosas at brunch, chef's-tasting-menu pairings, or espresso to-go.
• Create a warm, laidback atmosphere and keep the bar tidy and welcoming for guests and staff alike.
• Learn our steps of service, products, menu, and systems inside and out.
• Restock, replenish, and prep the bar as needed.
• Communicate openly with bar and restaurant managers on customer feedback.
• Collaborate with hotel staff to make sure overnight guests know about exclusive bar offerings and promotions.

Skills

Bartending experience

English fluency

Job description

WHO WE ARE

Palisociety is a society of unique hotels and residences — Palihouse, Palihotel, Le Petit Pali, ARRIVE by Palisociety, and a growing collection of independently branded properties. Since our first hotel opened in Los Angeles in 2009, we've grown into a nationwide portfolio of neighborhood-centric hotels, restaurants, bars, and event spaces, earning recognition from Condé Nast Traveler, Travel + Leisure, the New York Times, and more.

We consider our employees our greatest asset: structured training from day one, consistent feedback, and a clear path for growth. We develop our leaders from within, because the strongest hospitality companies are the ones that grow their own.

ABOUT DWTNR COCKTAIL BAR & LOUNGE:

Located at ARRIVE Albuquerque, a beautifully renovated historic hotel and neighborhood hub, DWTNR Cocktail Bar & Lounge is a high/low, east/west cocktail bar, restaurant, and swim club, where Pan Asian American classics are served alongside Americana comfort food.

POSITION PROFILE

The Bartender brings the energy behind the bar at - crafting well-made drinks and building the kind of rapport that turns first-time guests into regulars. You'll bring precision and personality to everything from morning espresso to late-night cocktails.

THE TASK AT HAND

• Craft drinks for every occasion — mimosas at brunch, chef's-tasting-menu pairings, or espresso to-go.

• Create a warm, laidback atmosphere and keep the bar tidy and welcoming for guests and staff alike.

• Learn our steps of service, products, menu, and systems inside and out.

• Restock, replenish, and prep the bar as needed.

• Communicate openly with bar and restaurant managers on customer feedback.

• Collaborate with hotel staff to make sure overnight guests know about exclusive bar offerings and promotions.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Required

• 1 year of related experience as a Bartender in a high-quality full-service or fast-casual environment.

• Excellent knowledge of mixing, garnishing, and serving drinks, with the ability to keep the bar organized, stocked, and clean.

• Clear communication skills, fluent in English, with basic arithmetic for tabs and inventory.

Physical

• Standing and walking throughout the shift, with the ability to lift up to 30lbs and carry bar stock as needed.

• Flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

• Competitive compensation package with medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, plus 401(k).

• Paid time off, holiday pay, and sick pay.

• Career advancement and professional development as we open new hotels and restaurants nationwide.

• Employee discounts across our entire portfolio (25 hotels and more to come!).