Bartender/Server at One Door North in North Park

Piehl Restaurant Group; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Employee discounts

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

One Door North in San Diego’s North Park is seeking a charismatic, hospitality-driven bartender for a part-time role behind a lively, lodge-themed bar. You will craft cocktails, engage guests, and contribute to a high-energy, social atmosphere.

The ideal candidate is friendly, polished, and able to read the room, delivering consistent service while supporting a themed bar program and seasonal events.

Qualifications

• Craft cocktail preparation expertise.
• Ability to manage high-volume service.
• Strong customer service and guest interaction skills.

Responsibilities

• Set the tone behind the bar with warmth and confidence.
• Prepare cocktails with consistency, accuracy, and speed.
• Build rapport with guests and keep the bar lively.
• Maintain bar prep, stocking, and cleanliness.
• Operate POS and cash procedures responsibly.
• Support themed nights and brand experiences.

Skills

Craft cocktails

High-volume service

Customer service

Professional appearance

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Employee discounts
• Opportunity for advancement

North Park, San Diego

Part-Time

Pay: Hourly + Tips

About Us

One Door North is San Diego’s elevated take on glamping-chic: tents, wood, greenery, warm lighting, and a playful, outdoor-adventure spirit. We’re expanding a bar program that includes craft cocktails, themed nights, and a high-energy social atmosphere.

We’re hiring a charismatic, polished, hospitality-driven bartender who understands how to create a vibe, connect with guests, and deliver great service while contributing to a fun, lodge-themed environment.

What You’ll Do

Bring the Vibe

• Set the tone behind the bar with warmth, confidence, and positive energy.
• Create a social, fun, après-ski atmosphere that guests remember.

Craft Excellent Cocktails

• Prepare cocktails with consistency, accuracy, and speed.
• Execute seasonal cocktails
• Contribute creative ideas that align with our outdoor lodge theme bar program.

Deliver Outstanding Hospitality

• Build rapport with guests, remember regulars, and keep the bar lively.
• Know when to lean into the fun and when to stay calm and professional.
• Support team members and maintain a stress-free, upbeat bar environment.

Operational Excellence

• Maintain bar prep, stocking, and cleanliness.
• Handle POS, cash, and bar procedures responsibly.
• Ensure responsible alcohol service at all times.

Support the Brand Experience

• Participate in themed nights and lodge-style events.
• Feel comfortable being included in simple social media moments (pours, garnishes, behind-the-bar clips nothing performative or promotional beyond normal workplace activity).
• Help uphold the restaurant’s aesthetic through demeanor, energy, and presentation.

Who You Are

• Charismatic, friendly, and naturally great with people
• Skilled in craft cocktail preparation and high-volume service
• Polished, professional in appearance, and confident behind the bar
• Reliable, punctual, and responsible
• Able to read the room and adjust tone and energy
• Comfortable with a lively crowd and social atmosphere
• Understands and enjoys themed hospitality environments
• Works well as part of a fun, collaborative team

Bonus Points If You…

• Have experience in lifestyle or themed bars

• Are creative with cocktails and garnishes
• Enjoy being part of a fun, evolving bar program

Perks & Pay

• Competitive hourly pay + strong tips
• Employee dining perks at One Door North & The Smoking Goat
• Fun, seasonal events and themed nights
• Supportive, owner-operated environment
• Opportunities for advancement and cocktail program involvement