Lux Pool Bartender — Exclusive Cocktail Experience

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairmont New Orleans is seeking an experienced bartender to deliver warm, professional service at the Pool Lounge. You will craft cocktails per recipes, recommend pairings, and maintain bar safety standards while coordinating with hospitality teams to ensure a seamless guest experience.

This role requires flexibility to work days, evenings, weekends, and holidays in a luxury hotel setting, with outdoor poolside duties in a warm climate.

Qualifications

• Minimum bartending experience in luxury or high-volume settings.
• Knowledge of cocktails, spirits, wine, beer, and non-alcoholic beverages.
• Excellent communication and guest relations skills.
• Ability to work outdoors for extended periods in warm weather.

Responsibilities

• Provide warm, professional beverage service at the pool lounge.
• Prepare cocktails according to recipes and standards.
• Offer beverage pairings and recommendations.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of bar and service area.
• Follow safety, sanitation, and liquor regulations.
• Assist with VIP guests and events.

Skills

Bartending

Luxury hotel exp

Cocktails & spirits

Guest service

POS cash handling

Alcohol awareness

Food safety cert

Communication skills

Flexible schedule

Team coordination

Job description

Fairmont New Orleans is seeking an experienced bartender to deliver warm, professional service at the Pool Lounge. You will craft cocktails per recipes, recommend pairings, and maintain bar safety standards while coordinating with hospitality teams to ensure a seamless guest experience.

This role requires flexibility to work days, evenings, weekends, and holidays in a luxury hotel setting, with outdoor poolside duties in a warm climate.