Bartender/Server - BoujieMana (Mediterranean)

TCWGlobal; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 20,173 - 28,731; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Onsite gym access

Benefits package

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Job summary

BoujieMana, a premier full-service restaurant in central San Diego, seeks an energetic bartender to deliver high-quality beverages and memorable hospitality. You will greet guests, learn preferences, suggest menu items, and ensure accurate preparation using proper equipment while maintaining a clean, well-stocked bar.

The role requires 2+ years in bartending, 21+ age, valid Food Handler’s Card and RBS cert, and availability for nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years bartending experience.
• Must be 21 years or older.
• Valid Food Handler’s Card and RBS certificate.
• Strong knowledge of drinks and mixology.
• Available to work nights, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Promote and act in BoujieMana's mission.
• Prepare and serve drinks per standard recipes.
• Process payments and handle tips.
• Check IDs to verify age requirements.
• Present drink menus, make recommendations and answer questions.
• Take food and beverage orders at the bar.
• Mix ingredients to prepare cocktails.
• Maintain bar cleanliness and stock.
• Balance cash receipts and report issues.
• Support restaurant operations with teammates.

Skills

Bar experience

Age 21+

Food Handler Card

RBS Training

Spirits knowledge

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Math skills

Stamina

Professional appearance

Tools

POS software

Credit card processing

Cocktail shakers

Job description

Discover a world of culinary excellence at BoujieMana, centrally located in San Diego. Join the BoujieMana team, whose parent company TCWGlobal has been recognized as the Best Place to Work in San Diego for an impressive ten consecutive years! We are actively seeking dedicated individuals to join our dynamic team and contribute to the extraordinary dining experiences we offer.

Why work for us?

• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a salary reflective of your expertise in the culinary arts.
• Full Onsite Gym Access: Take care of your well-being with complimentary access to our state-of-the-art onsite gym.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package:*
• Medical: Quality healthcare coverage to keep you and your family in good health.
• Dental: Maintain a bright smile with dental coverage for preventive and restorative care.
• Vision: Ensure clear vision with coverage for eye exams and eyewear.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Recharge and celebrate with paid time off benefits for full-time employees.*

Join us at BoujieMana: If you're passionate about culinary excellence, thrive in a dynamic environment, and are eager to contribute to a higher-end dining experience, BoujieMana invites you to embark on a rewarding journey with us.

• Certain benefits apply only to full-time staff

CATEGORY: Full-Time or Part-Time

STATUS: Hourly, Non-Exempt

REPORTS TO: General Manager

LOCATION: San Diego, CA

START DATE: ASAP

COMPENSATION: $17.75/hr + Tips

Position Summary

BoujieMana is a full-service restaurant in central San Diego serving both the surrounding neighborhood and the internal TCWGlobal community. The restaurant offers an elevated, yet approachable dining experience focused on quality and hospitality.

The space includes a full bar, indoor and outdoor seating, a private VIP room, and a training and event center for up to 120 guests. BoujieMana serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner using high-quality ingredients at a higher-end price point while remaining accessible.

With strong evening and weekend traffic and convenient parking, BoujieMana operates as both a neighborhood destination and an event-driven hospitality space. At BoujieMana, we believe great food, thoughtful service, and meaningful experiences go hand in hand and we're building a team that shares that same passion for hospitality.

BoujieMana has received national and local recognition, including being ranked #8 Best New Restaurant in the U.S. by Yelp, winning the 2024 OpenTable Diner’s Choice Award, maintaining a 4.8 out of 5 rating on OpenTable, and being featured in Forbes and the San Diego Union-Tribune.

We are looking for a professional, enthusiastic Bartender with excellent communication skills to prepare and serve high quality beverages for our guests. This individual's service will prove to be timely, accurate, and friendly. The bartender will greet guests, learn about their preferences, answer questions, and recommend menu items. They will ensure the utilization of proper equipment and ingredients, as well as handle basic stocking and cleaning duties. To succeed as a bartender, you should have an engaging, friendly personality; be efficient, observant, knowledgeable, and personable. Each bartender’s primary objective is to show our guests a marvelous time, enticing them to return to BoujieMana time and time again.

Primary

Key Responsibilities:

• Promote, work, and act in a manner consistent with the mission of BoujieMana
• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks consistent with BoujieMana's standard drink recipes
• Accept guest payment, process credit card charges, and make change if necessary
• Check identification of guests to verify age requirements for purchase of alcohol
• Present drink menus, make recommendations, and answer questions regarding beverages
• Take food and beverage orders from serving staff or directly from guests seated at the bar
• Mix ingredients, such as liquor, soda, water, sugar, and bitters, to prepare cocktails and other drinks
• Serve snacks or food items to guests seated at the bar
• Record drink orders into the register system accurately and immediately after having received
• Balance cash receipts
• Attempt to limit problems and liability related to guests’ excessive drinking by taking steps such as persuading guests to stop drinking, or ordering taxis/other transportation for intoxicated guests
• Clean and sterilize glasses, utensils, and other bar equipment
• Stock bar with beer, wine, liquor, and additional related supplies such as ice, glassware, napkins, or straws
• Clean and reset bars, work areas, and tables
• Slice and pit fruit and prepare other garnishes for drinks
• Arrange, display, and maintain bottles and glasses in an attractive and functional manner to support efficient drink preparation and promotion of beverages
• Maintain cleanliness in all areas of the bar including counters, sinks, utensils, shelves and storage areas
• Report all equipment problems and bar maintenance issues to the assistant manager
• Attend all scheduled employee meetings and offer suggestions for improvement
• Coordinate with and assist fellow employees to meet guests’ needs and support the operation of the restaurant

Tools and Technology

• Cash registers, POS software and terminals, and workstations
• Credit card processing machines
• Personal computers, tablets, smart phones and/or handheld devices
• Software - Office suite, back-office accounting, route planning, web-based applications, etc.
• Office equipment - fax machine, printers, phone systems, bar code reader
• Carbonated beverage dispenser (draught foam control devices, electronic beer line maintenance equipment, refrigerated liquid recirculation equipment, soda dispensers)
• Cocktail shakers or accessories (3-piece and 4-piece cocktail shakers, pour spouts, spirit measures)
• Commercial use blenders, graters, cutlery, dishwashers, juicers, mixers, strainers (4-prong strainers, cocktail strainers, Hawthorn strainers, julep strainers)
• Domestic mist or trigger sprayers (martini misters)
• Ice shaver machines or accessories (ice chippers, ice crushers, ice flakers)
• Non-carbonated beverage dispenser
• Slush and frozen drink machines

Qualifications & Skills

• 2 years of experience in a bar or similar environment
• Must be 21 years of age
• Valid Food Handler’s Card
• Valid Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) Alcohol Training certificate
• Strong knowledge of spirits, beer, wine, champagne, and mixed cocktails
• Eye for detail and understanding of drink mixing tools and techniques
• Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays
• Basic math and computer skills
• Strong task and time management abilities
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, etc. for extended periods, and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Exceptional customer service, interpersonal and communication skills
• Positive, engaging personality, and professional appearance

TCWGlobal is committed to protecting candidates and maintaining a safe, transparent, and professional hiring experience.

Cloud Motion Hospitality/BoujieMana is an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on age, ethnicity, gender, nationality, religious belief or sexual orientation.