Pool Bartender (Seasonal) - Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Bartender to join their vibrant Food & Beverage team at a stunning beachfront resort. This seasonal position offers the chance to work in a dynamic environment, serving guests while enjoying perks like complimentary meals and parking. Ideal candidates will have bartending experience, a passion for exceptional guest service, and the ability to work outdoors. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and are eager to contribute to memorable experiences, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Complimentary parking

Free meals

Room discounts for family

Flexible shifts

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months bartending experience in a full-service environment.
• Must have Food Handlers and RBS certifications.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve beverages and food to guests.
• Greet guests and respond to inquiries in a friendly manner.
• Maintain bar stock and ensure product quality.

Skills

Bartending experience

Customer service

Food Handlers certification

RBS certification

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Point-of-sale system

Job description

The beautiful Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort is looking for our next experienced Bartender to join the amazing Food & Beverage team! This is a seasonal role in Terraza del Mar at the pool boasting new private cabanas. Here you will enjoy great perks such as complimentary parking and meals PLUS Hilton room discounts for you and your family worldwide!

Shift Pattern: Open availability for mid/evening shifts required (typically earliest start time 10am and latest end time 7pm, business dependent); service will be available weekends only for early/late season, 7 days a week mid-June through September; must be able to work entire season (April through September with no extended time off)

Hourly Rate: $16.50 per hour plus tips

The ideal candidate will possess the following attributes:

1. At least 6 months bartending experience in a full-service capacity
2. Food Handlers and RBS certifications
3. Comfortable working outdoors
4. A genuine spirit to provide an elevated, memorable experience for our guests!

What will I be doing?

As a Pool Bartender, you would be responsible for preparing beverages and serving beverages and/or food to guests in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial profitability. Specifically, you would be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

1. Greet guests and respond to guest inquiries and requests in a timely, friendly and efficient manner
2. Mix and garnish beverages according to recipe and portion control standards
3. Present and serve beverages to guests
4. Check guests for proper identification and serve alcoholic beverages to guests in accordance with federal, state, local and company laws and regulations
5. Accurately total, process and collect payments from guests to include, but not limited to, using the point-of-sale system, handling money, processing credit and debit cards, making change and processing gift certificates, cards and vouchers
6. Stock and maintain the bar to include, but not limited to, beer, wine, spirits, paper products, straws and stirrers, condiments, glassware, ice and produce
7. Cut, store and ensure product quality of all beverage-related perishables
8. Respond professionally to inebriated guests, as needed

What are we looking for?

Since being founded in 1919, Hilton has been a leader in the hospitality industry. Today, Hilton remains a beacon of innovation, quality, and success. This continued leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision, Mission, and Values. Specifically, we look for demonstration of these Values:

1. Hospitality - We're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.
2. Integrity - We do the right thing, all the time.
3. Leadership - We're leaders in our industry and in our communities.
4. Teamwork - We're team players in everything we do.
5. Ownership - We're the owners of our actions and decisions.
6. Now - We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline.

In addition, we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes:

1. Quality
2. Productivity
3. Dependability
4. Customer Focus
5. Adaptability

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision “to fill the earth with