Bartender/Server

American-Golf-Corporation; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

American Golf Corporation is seeking a friendly Server/Bartender to deliver exceptional beverage and dining experiences in our clubhouse settings. You will prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, take orders, handle payments, and ensure responsible service while collaborating with culinary and service teams.

The role requires strong guest service skills, multitasking in a fast-paced environment, basic math for transactions, and reliable cash handling.

Qualifications

• Must meet minimum legal age to serve alcohol.
• TABC or applicable state alcohol service certification required, as applicable.
• Previous serving or hospitality experience preferred.
• Knowledge of beverage preparation and responsible alcohol service.

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests and members with a friendly, professional attitude.
• Take orders and provide menu recommendations.
• Prepare and serve beverages in accordance with recipes and safety standards.
• Process payments and manage POS transactions.
• Maintain clean, organized bar, dining, and service areas.
• Verify guest age before serving alcohol.
• Support banquet, tournaments, or special events as assigned.
• Follow all food safety and sanitation regulations.

Skills

Guest service

Communication

Multitasking

Interpersonal skills

Cash handling

Point-of-sale systems

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

POS systems

Job description

American Golf is a trusted leader in golf hospitality, known for elevating the game and the communities around it. We bring deep expertise in golf operations and club culture, paired with a genuine commitment to creating welcoming, memorable experiences for every guest and member.

Our teams take pride in course care, exceptional service, and thoughtful environments that invite people to play, connect, and feel at home. We believe golf is more than a sport, it’s a place where relationships grow, traditions thrive, and everyone is part of the community.

Job Purpose

The Server/Bartender is responsible for delivering exceptional food and beverage service while creating a welcoming and memorable experience for every guest and member. This position prepares and serves alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, takes food and beverage orders, delivers menu items, processes payments, and ensures responsible alcohol service. The Server/Bartender works collaboratively with the culinary and service teams to provide efficient, attentive, and hospitality-driven service that reflects American Golf's commitment to exceptional guest experiences.

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests and members with a friendly, professional, and service-oriented attitude.
• Take food and beverage orders accurately and provide menu recommendations based on guest preferences.
• Prepare, mix, garnish, and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages in accordance with company recipes and responsible alcohol service standards.
• Serve food and beverages promptly while ensuring accuracy and presentation standards are met.
• Verify guest age and identification before serving alcoholic beverages in accordance with applicable laws and company policy.
• Monitor guests throughout service and promote responsible alcohol consumption.
• Process cash, credit card, and other point-of-sale transactions accurately.
• Maintain bar, dining, and service areas in a clean, organized, and sanitary condition.
• Restock beverages, garnishes, glassware, and service supplies throughout each shift.
• Collaborate with kitchen and fellow team members to ensure timely service and resolve guest concerns.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and alcohol service regulations.
• Support banquet, tournament, or special event operations as assigned.
• Perform opening, closing, side work, and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must meet the minimum legal age requirements to serve alcoholic beverages in accordance with state law.
• TABC Certification or other applicable state alcohol service certification required, as applicable.
• Previous serving, bartending, or hospitality experience preferred.
• Knowledge of food service, beverage preparation, wine, beer, spirits, and responsible alcohol service practices.
• Excellent guest service, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and remain organized in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience handling cash, credit card transactions, and point-of-sale systems.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Ability to operate bar and restaurant equipment including beverage dispensers, coffee equipment, blenders, ice machines, dishwashers, and point-of-sale systems.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Working Conditions

• Schedule varies based on business needs and includes evenings, weekends, holidays, tournaments, and special events.
• Regular standing, walking, bending, reaching, lifting, and carrying throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 30–50 pounds, including trays, beverage cases, kegs, or bar supplies.
• Work is performed in a fast-paced restaurant, clubhouse, banquet, and bar environment with frequent interaction with guests and team members.
• Exposure to varying temperatures, cleaning chemicals, hot surfaces, sharp objects, glassware, food preparation areas, and moderate to loud noise levels.

American Golf Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunities for all. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis, (protected class), including but not limited to race, color, religion, genetic information, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, medical conditions, age, disability, citizenship status, uniform service member status, or any other protected class under federal, state, and/or local law.