Lead Bartender / Mixologist

Noble-House-Hotels-; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

LTD/STD

Life insurance

PTO

401(k)

Resort discounts

Flexible scheduling

Training and certifications

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

LaPlaya Beach and Golf Resort in Naples, FL, seeks a Lead Bartender/Mixologist to design innovative cocktail programs and elevate guest experiences at Baleen and Elements Bar. You will mentor staff, curate beverage menus, and ensure flawless service aligned with our luxury brand.

The role emphasizes guest engagement, beverage creativity, and maintaining high standards across resort operations, events, and dining experiences for Beach Club members and resort guests.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years bartending experience in luxury resorts, fine dining, or upscale bar environments.
• Proven expertise in mixology, cocktail innovation, and beverage program development.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to lead, mentor and train a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the bartending team to ensure consistent, high-quality service.
• Develop and launch seasonal cocktail menus inspired by Baleen's beachfront setting.
• Provide attentive, personalized service to members, including bespoke cocktails and wine/spirit recommendations.
• Oversee bar operations, including inventory, ordering, and compliance with safety and liquor laws.
• Train new bartenders on mixology skills, service standards, POS systems, and resort policies.
• Uphold LaPlaya standards of hospitality, grooming, and professionalism at all times.
• Support resort events, wine dinners, and holiday activations with curated beverage programs.

Skills

Bartending 3-5y

Mixology expertise

Leadership & training

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Description

WORK in PARADISE:

Ranked #5 of the Best Hotels & Resorts in Florida and the only Naples Resort in the Top 20. LaPlaya Beach Resort & Club, located directly on the beautiful Gulf of Mexico, offers excellent career opportunities to caring hospitality professionals who provide the finest services in Naples

The Job: Lead Bartender/Mixologist

Overview

This role goes beyond bartending - it is about creating memorable moments. The Lead Bartender / Mixologist will design and implement innovative cocktail menus, showcase beverage pairings for special events, and mentor bartenders to embody LaPlaya's luxury brand. A strong focus will be placed on guest satisfaction, beverage innovation, and maintaining high operational standards.

Requirements

The Lead Bartender / Mixologist is responsible for leading and overseeing operations of the Baleen and Elements Bar, while supporting and mentoring the bartending team to ensure the exceptional service and hospitality standards for which LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort is known. This role combines leadership, creativity, and guest engagement to deliver elevated beverage experiences for Beach Club members and Resort Guests. The Lead Bartender / Mixologist is accountable for maintaining beverage quality, fostering a positive team environment, driving service excellence, and creating memorable guest experiences through innovative cocktail programs and personalized hospitality.

Essential Functions

• Lead and mentor the bartending team to ensure consistent, high-quality service.
• Develop and launch seasonal cocktail menus inspired by Baleen's beachfront setting.
• Provide attentive, personalized service to members, including bespoke cocktails and wine/spirit recommendations.
• Oversee bar operations, including inventory, ordering, and compliance with safety and liquor laws.
• Train new bartenders on mixology skills, service standards, POS systems, and resort policies.
• Uphold Noble House standards of hospitality, grooming, and professionalism at all times.
• Support resort events, wine dinners, and holiday activations with curated beverage programs.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years bartending experience in luxury resorts, fine dining, or upscale bar environments.
• Proven expertise in mixology, cocktail innovation, and beverage program development.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to lead, mentor and train a team.

Our CULTURE:

The passion of our people is our greatest asset. LaPlaya Beach and Golf Resort is a part of Noble House Hotels and Resorts offering a collection of luxury hotels and resorts. As we provide our guests and members with exceptional service and most memorable experiences, we look for team members who share our core values of Caring, Integrity and Respect.

Unique Hotels attract Unique People. If you are passionate about being your best self, doing the right thing, bringing your natural smile and having fun, then we hope you become a member of our LaPlaya Family.

LaPlaya Beach and Golf Resort is deeply committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusiveness:

LaPlaya Beach and Golf Resort encourages individuals of all ethnic, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds to apply for this position. We are committed to maximizing the diversity of our organization, as we want to engage all those who can contribute to this effort.

LaPlaya Beach and Golf Resort is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information or characteristics (or those of a family member) or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

The OFFER

In return, you are rewarded with a competitive compensation package including medical/dental/vision/LTD/STD and life insurance benefits, PTO, 401k, complimentary meals, Resort discounts, flexible scheduling, company provided training and certifications, tuition reimbursement and much more.

Come and be a part of the excitement and spend every day in sunny paradise!