Bartender - Resort Pool (Part Time)

Terranea Resorts; Rancho Palos Verdes (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Terranea Resorts in Rancho Palos Verdes seeks a friendly bartender to prepare and serve beverages to guests at the bar and dining areas. You will follow resort standards, maintain a clean bar, and provide personalized recommendations from the cocktail menu.

The role requires knowledge of classic cocktails, strong communication, and the ability to work well under pressure. TIPS certification or eligibility is required within 30 days of hire, and a Food Handlers card is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be able to speak, comprehend, read, and write English.
• Must have strong communication skills.
• Ability to uphold service standards and prioritize work.
• TIPS certification or eligibility within 30 days of hire.
• Food Handlers card is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve food courses and alcoholic beverages to guests at the bar.
• Set up bar and maintain bar area according to resort standards.
• Prepare garnishes and ensure proper measurements with a jigger.
• Record transactions in MICROS system at time of order.
• Check in with guests to ensure satisfaction with each course or beverage.
• Maintain cleanliness of work areas and bar equipment.
• Adhere to uniform and grooming standards.
• Assist with inventory as needed.

Skills

Energetic

Strong communication

English proficiency

Organization skills

Interpersonal skills

Stamina

Cocktail knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Some College experience

TIPS certification within 30 days

Food Handlers card

Job description

Overview

• Preparing all alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverages for guests
• Assessing bar customer needs and preferences and be able to make personalized recommendations
• Stock and maintain bar area to resort and health department standards
• Provide an exceptional and memorable guest experience
• Participate in ongoing training for professional development

Responsibilities

• Serve food courses and alcoholic beverages to guests sitting at the bar
• Set up bar and bar area according to resort standards
• Cut fruit and prepare garnishes as set by resort standards for service
• Consistently keep the bar area organized and clean
• Know all specialty cocktail ingredients and garnishes
• Participate in updated training for the bar and menu items
• Be able to follow pouring procedures appropriately; all drink recipes must utilize a jigger for accurate measurement; no deviation from the recipes are allowed.
• Notify Supervisors immediately of any product shortages or out-of-stock items
• Have a working knowledge of draft beer systems and how to properly change a keg
• Answer questions on menu selections and drinks to servers and guests
• Communicate with the kitchen regarding menu questions, the length of wait, recooking orders, and product availability
• Record all transactions in MICROS system at time of order accurately
• Check in with guests to ensure satisfaction with each food course and/or beverages
• Maintain cleanliness of work areas, china, glass, etc., throughout the day
• Complete closing duties, including restocking items to set par levels, turning off lights, etc.
• Present physical and accurate check to guests and process payments
• Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional
• Welcome and acknowledge all guests according to resort standards
• Anticipate and address guests` service needs
• Speak with others using a clear and professional language
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others and support your team to reach common goals
• Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards
• Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 25 pounds without assistance.
• Thank guests with genuine appreciation
• Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors
• Able to assist Supervisors with inventory
• Notify manager or supervisor in a timely manner with suspicious ID cards and/or intoxicated guests
• Proper cash handling of banks
• Timely transfer of checks for guests being moved to a different section
• Adhere to departmental policies and procedures
• Effectively communicate with peers, management, line and front of the house employees
• Practice effective listening: (seek to understand)
• Perform related duties as required
• Be responsible for the cleanliness of the immediate work area as well as the general property
• Subscribe to proper grooming, dress and uniform standards as set forth by Resort policy
• Be courteous to all guests and coworkers
• Maintain behavior consistent with sexual harassment/hostile work environment policy dictated in the Employee Handbook
• Maintain complete knowledge of all liquor brands, beers and non-alcoholic selections, correct glassware and garnishes at their respective outlet

Additional Duties & Responsibilities:

• Adhere to departmental and resort policies and procedures
• Perform related duties as required or instructed
• Be responsible for the cleanliness of designated work area as well as the general property
• Be familiar with all Hotel services/features and local attractions/activities to respond to guest inquiries accurately

Qualifications

• Energetic, enthusiastic and motivated individual
• Must be able to speak, comprehend, read, and write English
• Must have strong communication skills
• Ability to implement and uphold service standards
• Ability to prioritize and organize work assignments
• Ability to interact with all associates and guests of the resort
• Ability to work well in stressful, high-pressure situations
• Must be able to stand or walk for long periods of time
• Must have knowledge of classic cocktails, wines, spirits and beers

Experience, Education, & Licensure:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Some College experience or Degree Preferred
• Must be TIPS certified or become certified within 30 days of hire
• Must have a current Food Handlers card
• Previous bartending experience in a professional setting is preferred

Compensation

Base Pay Start Rate $16.90/ Hr. + Tips