Kelsey's Bartender-PT - Requisition #299273

Infor; Temecula (CA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 35,817; Full time

Job summary

Pechanga Resort Casino in Temecula, CA, seeks an experienced Bartender to prepare and serve cocktails, wine, beer, and non-alcoholic beverages in a fast-paced luxury setting.

Role requires extensive craft cocktail, spirit, and beer knowledge, plus a minimum of 2 years in upscale dining. You will uphold PRC standards, ensure bar cleanliness, and upsell premium beverages while complying with liquor laws and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• A High School diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 2 years of professional bartender experience in an upscale dining establishment.
• Extensive craft cocktail, spirit, and beer knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve drinks to guests, including cocktails, wine, beer and non-alcoholic beverages.
• Maintain cleanliness of bar countertop and assist with maintaining the cleanliness of the entire designated bar area.
• Ensure that bar is stocked with glasses, garnishes, drink mixes and ice.
• Demonstrate proper knowledge of all liquor laws and regulations.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and new drinks, and continuously expand knowledge of different types of beverages.
• Demonstrate knowledge of all PRC drink recipes.
• Be able to suggest and have a working knowledge of high-end wine and spirits.
• Make signature cocktails using creative ingredients, fresh herbs and other embellishments.
• Adhere to cash and operating policies in accordance with PRC handbook.
• Maintain proper sanitation and safety procedures for food handling.
• Maintain a polished appearance and professional demeanor at all times.
• Provide impeccable service and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
• Access guest preferences and make drink suggestions.
• Effectively upsell craft cocktails, wine and beer, generating sales and revenue growth.
• Abide by all liquor laws and policies set forth by PRC.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Craft cocktails

Spirits knowledge

Wine knowledge

Beer knowledge

Food safety

Upselling

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Micros

Job description

GENERAL SUMMARY

The Kelsey's Bartender serves food and beverages to restaurant and bar patrons in a friendly, prompt, and courteous manner. The Bartender may serve beer, wine, classic drinks as well as create new recipes for cocktails. They are also responsible for ensuring that their bars run smoothly and efficiently.

FOUR DIAMOND SERVICE AGREEMENT

All Team Members will display a Four Diamond commitment to Guest Service through the delivery and maintenance of the quality standards established by Pechanga Resort Casino (PRC).

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare and serve drinks to guests, including cocktails, wine, beer and non‑alcoholic beverages.
• Maintain cleanliness of bar countertop and assist with maintaining the cleanliness of the entire designated bar area.
• Ensure that bar is stocked with glasses, garnishes, drink mixes and ice.
• Demonstrate proper knowledge of all liquor laws and regulations.
• Stay up‑to‑date with industry trends and new drinks, and continuously expand knowledge of different types of beverages.
• Demonstrate knowledge of all PRC drink recipes.
• Be able to suggest and have a working knowledge of high‑end wine and spirits.
• Make signature cocktails using creative ingredients, fresh herbs and other embellishments.
• Adhere to cash and operating policies in accordance with PRC handbook.
• Maintain proper sanitation and safety procedures for food handling.
• Maintain a polished appearance and professional demeanor at all times.
• Provide impeccable service and attention to detail in a fast‑paced environment.
• Access guest preferences and make drink suggestions.
• Effectively upsell craft cocktails, wine and beer, generating sales and revenue growth.
• Abide by all liquor laws and policies set forth by PRC.
• Other duties as assigned.

ACCOUNTABILITY

The Bartender does not have any supervisory responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS AND GUIDELINES

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE / TRAINING

A High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required. Minimum of 2 years of professional Bartender experience in an upscale dining establishment. Extensive craft cocktail, spirit, and beer knowledge.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

This position requires the ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. It also requires the ability to write routine reports and correspondence, and to speak effectively before groups of guests or Team Members of the organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

This position requires the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. It also requires the ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent.

REASONING ABILITY

This position requires the ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions, and to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Must qualify to obtain and maintain a class "A" gaming license.
• Must qualify to obtain and maintain a Food Handlers Certification.
• Must qualify to obtain and maintain a Responsible Beverage Certification.

SKILLS / ABILITIES

• Working knowledge of Micros.
• Extensive craft cocktail, spirit, beer and wine knowledge.
• Impeccable service standards and attention to detail.
• Understanding of food safety and sanitation.
• Responsible Beverage Service.
• Ability to pass pre‑employment bartender audition.
• Must be flexible and willing to work nights, weekends, and holidays.