Bartender/Server

Parable Hospitality; Manhattan Beach (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Hilton Team Member Rates

Team events & volunteering

Job summary

The Belamar Hotel in Manhattan Beach is seeking an experienced bartender to deliver friendly, personalized service and craft beverages to guests. You will upsell, maintain a well-stocked bar, and process transactions accurately to ensure a seamless guest experience.

Join a boutique hotel environment known for hospitality and teamwork, with opportunities to contribute to events and guest satisfaction throughout shifts.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of bartending or related F&B experience preferred.
• Knowledge of state and local alcohol service requirements.
• Ability to upsell and provide thoughtful recommendations.
• Strong guest service and communication skills.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and lift up to 30 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests with personalized service and a positive attitude.
• Take beverage orders, make recommendations, and upsell when appropriate.
• Prepare and serve beverages according to recipes and standards.
• Maintain a well-stocked bar and supplies.
• Process cash and credit transactions accurately.
• Close checks and complete end-of-shift reports.
• Keep bar and service areas clean and inviting.
• Support other team members and departments to operate smoothly.

Skills

Bartending experience

Guest service

Upselling

Cash handling

Communication

Teamwork

English proficiency

Physical stamina

Tools

Bar equipment knowledge

Job description

Located in sunny Manhattan Beach, The Belamar Hotel, a Tapestry Collection by Hilton, is a boutique-style coastal retreat just minutes from the beach and LAX. The 120-room hotel with seven suites features a year-round heated pool and spa, Second Story Restaurant, and more than 7,000 square feet of flexible indoor and outdoor event space for meetings, weddings, and celebrations. With its relaxed Southern California atmosphere and convenient location near Manhattan Beach, the South Bay, and Los Angeles attractions, The Belamar offers a welcoming home base for both leisure and business travelers.

THE ROLE

As a Bartender, you’ll create a welcoming and memorable experience for guests through great drinks, genuine hospitality, and attentive service. You’ll prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, make recommendations, and keep the bar running smoothly, cleanly, and efficiently throughout your shift. You will:

• Welcome guests with friendly, personalized service and a positive attitude
• Take beverage orders, make recommendations, and confidently upsell when appropriate
• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipes and service standards
• Maintain a well-stocked bar, including garnishes, mixers, ice, jiggers, and other supplies
• Assist the Food & Beverage Manager with beverage and bar supply inventory
• Process cash and credit transactions accurately and follow house procedures
• Close checks and complete required end-of-shift reports
• Keep the bar, tables, counters, stools, and service areas clean and inviting
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and applicable responsible alcohol service requirements
• Communicate effectively with guests and fellow team members
• Prepare and stock beverages and supplies for the next shift
• Report missing or found items and damaged equipment or property
• Support other team members and departments to help the restaurant and hotel operate at their best

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE

Guests feel welcomed, well cared for, and confident that they’re in good hands. Drinks are prepared consistently and served with genuine hospitality, the bar stays clean and well stocked, transactions are accurate, and you help create an enjoyable experience while keeping service moving smoothly.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• 1+ year of bartending, restaurant, hotel, or related Food & Beverage experience preferred
• Knowledge of basic state and local alcohol service requirements
• Confident beverage preparation and ability to provide thoughtful recommendations
• Strong guest service and communication skills
• Comfortable upselling and creating a welcoming, engaging bar experience
• Ability to accurately handle cash and credit transactions
• Basic math skills and ability to follow established procedures
• Strong organization, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment
• Dependable, professional, and comfortable working as part of a team
• English-speaking or bilingual
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and frequently bend, reach, lift, and carry
• Ability to lift and carry up to 30 lbs. without assistance
• Comfortable working around commercial kitchen equipment and cleaning agents

WHAT WE OFFER

• 401(k)
• Hilton Team Member Rates
• Opportunities to connect, give back, and build community through team events & volunteering.