Bartender/Server

American Golf Corporation; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

American Golf Corporation is seeking a Server/Bartender in Irvine, CA to deliver exceptional food and beverage service and create a welcoming experience. You will prepare and serve drinks, take orders, and ensure responsible alcohol service while collaborating with kitchen and service teams.

The role requires a friendly, guest-focused mindset, prior hospitality experience, and ability to handle POS transactions in a fast-paced club environment.

Qualifications

• Must meet minimum legal age to serve alcohol.
• TABC or applicable state certification required where applicable.
• Previous serving, bartending, or hospitality experience preferred.
• Knowledge of food/beverage prep, wine, beer, spirits, and responsible service.
• Excellent guest service and communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and stay organized in a fast-paced setting.
• Experience handling cash, cards, and POS transactions.
• Basic math skills and familiarity with bar equipment.

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests and members with a friendly, professional attitude.
• Take orders, provide menu recommendations, and deliver items promptly.
• Prepare, mix, garnish, and serve alcoholic/non-alcoholic beverages per recipes.
• Verify age/ID before serving alcohol and promote responsible consumption.
• Process payments using POS systems and handle cash/credit transactions accurately.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of bar, dining, and service areas.
• Restock beverages, garnishes, glassware, and supplies as needed.
• Collaborate with kitchen and service teams for timely service.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and alcohol service regulations.
• Support events, tournaments, or special occasions as assigned.

Skills

Age requirement

TABC Certification

Hospitality experience

Cash handling

POS systems

Multitasking

Beverage knowledge

Education

High school diploma

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.