Lead Bartender, Bar Pendry (Full-time)

montage; Newport Beach (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

Free uniforms

Healthcare benefits

401k retirement plan

Job summary

Montage International’s Pendry venue is hiring a Lead Bartender who thrives on guest service and creative mixology. You will lead the bar team, train new associates, and execute high-end beverage service that enhances guest experiences at a luxury hotel.

You will manage cocktail preparation, upsell menu items, help develop new drinks, and ensure spotless bar operations while partnering with management and service staff to create memorable moments for guests.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of bartending experience.
• Experience with micros or other POS systems preferred.
• Luxury hotel experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with leading the team and training new associates.
• Interact with guests, take orders, make cocktails, upsell, ensure guest satisfaction.
• Maintain the cleanliness and appearance of the bar, stock supplies.
• Develop new drink menus and cocktail recipes.
• Collaborate with management, bartenders, and service staff to deliver great experiences.
• Deliver WOW moments and adapt to business needs.

Skills

Bartending

Guest Service

Upselling

Tools

MICROS POS

Job description

Live Your Passion. Add Your Magic. At Montage International, we are doing something different, something exciting and it takes passionate people to bring our vision to life. We have built a culture that leads with the important notion we live by every day; do what you love. If this resonates with you, we look forward to receiving your application.

We welcome applicants with disabilities and provide reasonable accommodations as needed to our applicants. Please discuss with our hiring managers during our selection processes.

At Pendry, It’s All Because of YOU!

Lead Bartender

Imagine turning your passion and talent into a fulfilling career. Imagine a beautiful workplace where you can learn, grow, and have fun. At Pendry, we know our success is all because of you. Here, you’re not just an associate but a passionate creator of authentic, personalized experiences. You’ll feel empowered to think creatively, discover career growth opportunities and have fun while crafting lasting, cherished moments for our guests. Working at Pendry is more than a job; it’s a way of life. Don’t just imagine the possibility-join us.

Your Journey

• Assist with leading the team, training new associates and supporting the day‑to‑day operations
• Interact one on one with guests, take orders, make cocktails, upsell, ensure guest satisfaction and anticipate guest needs
• Maintain the cleanliness and appearance of the bar, stocking with appropriate products and supplies
• Exhibit proper knowledge, selling techniques and service delivery of both non‑alcoholic and alcoholic beverages, and any menu items offered while maintaining the cleanliness and appearance of the bar
• Assist with planning and developing new drink menus and cocktail recipes
• Assist with ordering and maintaining supplies
• Work as a team and effectively communicating with management, bartenders, and service staff
• Deliver on guests' expectations and have the desire to create WOW moments
• Perform additional duties as assigned that may be outside of the normal scope of duties based on business needs

About You

• You enjoy spirits, wine, and food
• You have basic communication skills
• You are passionate about providing exceptional guest service and creating memorable moments
• You are open to learning, developing, and growing both yourself, personally, and helping others do the same
• You are trustworthy and have integrity

Must Haves

• Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays
• Ability to collaborate in a team environment
• One year minimum of experience in bartending
• Prior micros or other systems experience
• Luxury hotel experience, a plus

You will Enjoy

• Free meals
• Free uniforms and cleaning
• Ongoing community outreach events
• Hotel discounts
• Associate's events throughout the year
• Healthcare benefits
• 401k retirement plan with company matching

Physical Requirements

• Grasping, holding, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, bending over
• Ability to stand and exercise mobility for extended periods of time during your scheduled shift
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly and for extended periods during the shift
• Ability to push and pull food serving equipment and carts weighing up to 200 pounds on a semi - regular basis

At Pendry, we want every guest and every associate to feel that they belong. To be seen, to be recognized, and to feel our gratitude. In the United States, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - veterans/disability. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Job applicants with disabilities who need assistance or an accommodation in order to apply for a position (or their representative) should contact the People department directly at your preferred location.

The pay scale for Lead Bartender, Bar Pendry (Full-time) is $18.00 per hour.

The pay scale is the base salary or hourly wage range, exclusive of incentive pay such as commissions, piece rates, gratuities, and the like, that Montage reasonably expects to pay for the position.

In the United States we are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug‑free workplace and perform pre‑employment substance abuse testing.