Craft Cocktail Bartender — Guest Experience

Avenue-of-the-Arts-Costa-Mesa,-A-Tribute-Portfolio-Hote; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Avenue of the Arts Costa Mesa, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel is seeking a bartender to deliver timely, accurate and friendly service while crafting high-quality beverages for guests at the bar and restaurant. Ideal candidates bring at least one year of bartending experience, solid knowledge of cocktails, standards, and liquor laws, plus strong guest service and cash handling skills.

This role requires physical stamina and the ability to work weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• One year bartending experience preferred.
• Knowledge of alcoholic beverages, cocktail recipes, glassware and service.
• Knowledge of federal, state and local liquor laws.
• Knowledge of sanitation and safety laws.
• Exceptional guest service skills.
• Cash handling experience.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Take beverage orders from guests and servers.
• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.
• Record drink orders accurately into the register system.
• Accept guest payments and process charges.
• Wash and sterilize glassware.
• Prepare garnishes and replenish bar snacks.
• Maintain bar cleanliness and organization.
• Present drink menus and answer beverage questions.
• Serve food orders to guests at the bar.
• Report equipment issues to the manager and assist with inventory.
• Be available to fill in as needed to ensure smooth operations.
• General cleaning duties and other tasks as directed by management.

Skills

Bartending experience

Drink knowledge

Liquor laws knowledge

Sanitation & safety

Guest service skills

Cash handling

Physical stamina

Communication skills

Flexible schedule

Standing long hours

Job description

The Avenue of the Arts Costa Mesa, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel is seeking a bartender to deliver timely, accurate and friendly service while crafting high-quality beverages for guests at the bar and restaurant. Ideal candidates bring at least one year of bartending experience, solid knowledge of cocktails, standards, and liquor laws, plus strong guest service and cash handling skills.

This role requires physical stamina and the ability to work weekends and holidays.