Founding Bartender & Barista - Luxury Hotel Beverages

\"The Whit\"; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The Whit is opening in New Orleans, seeking a founding Bartender / Barista to help craft a polished beverage program from day one. You will blend cocktails, coffee, wine, and zero-proof options while delivering warm, guest-focused service in an intimate luxury setting.

Join a founding Food & Beverage team shaping beverage culture, collaborating across kitchen, events, and hotel operations to create memorable experiences for every guest.

Qualifications

• Previous bartending experience in craft cocktail, fine dining, luxury hotel, boutique hotel, private club, or other high-touch hospitality environments preferred.
• Strong knowledge of cocktails, spirits, wine, Champagne, and beverage service.
• Comfortable preparing espresso and milk-based coffee beverages.
• Genuine passion for hospitality and creating memorable guest experiences.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to consistency.

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests with warmth, confidence, and genuine hospitality.
• Prepare and serve cocktails, spirits, wine, Champagne, zero-proof beverages, coffee, and espresso drinks to established standards.
• Create personalized beverage experiences by understanding guest preferences and making thoughtful recommendations.
• Maintain a strong knowledge of our cocktails, spirits, wine, Champagne, coffee, and beverage offerings.
• Prepare classic and signature cocktails with precision, consistency, and presentation.
• Prepare high-quality espresso and milk-based coffee beverages throughout the day.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and beautifully presented bar and beverage station.
• Complete opening and closing side work to ensure the bar and coffee program are always ready for service.
• Follow recipes, measurements, preparation methods, and presentation standards consistently.

Skills

Craft cocktails

Fine dining

Luxury hotel

Espresso drinks

Hospitality

Tools

Toast POS

Job description

The Whit is opening in New Orleans, seeking a founding Bartender / Barista to help craft a polished beverage program from day one. You will blend cocktails, coffee, wine, and zero-proof options while delivering warm, guest-focused service in an intimate luxury setting.

Join a founding Food & Beverage team shaping beverage culture, collaborating across kitchen, events, and hotel operations to create memorable experiences for every guest.