Restaurant Bartender

EL CHORRO LODGE; Paradise Valley (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

El Chorro Lodge in Paradise Valley seeks an energetic hospitality professional to be the bar ambassador for our signature experiences. You’ll craft cocktails, greet guests, and support the dining room team with warmth, precision, and attentiveness in a fast-paced, guest-centric setting.

Ideal candidates bring a genuine passion for beverage service, strong communication, and a professional appearance appropriate for a luxury destination. Training provided, schedules flexible.

Qualifications

• High school diploma preferred.
• Maricopa County Food Service Worker card or certification required.
• Alcohol Management Certification required.
• Food and beverage experience preferred; strong service mindset and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests with gracious service.
• Prepare, mix, garnish, and present cocktails, wine, beer, and non-alcoholic beverages.
• Share beverage specials and help guests choose pairings.
• Enter orders and guest checks using the Aloha POS.
• Process transactions and handle cash securely.
• Close and store beverages, equipment, and supplies at shift end.
• Support restaurant manager and team as needed.
• Maintain a fully stocked, polished bar daily.

Skills

Guest service

Communication

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma

Food Service Worker card

Alcohol Management Certification

Tools

Aloha POS system

Job description

Pour Your Personality Into Paradise Valley

At El Chorro, every shift comes with a view. Set against the dramatic desert beauty of Paradise Valley, with Camelback Mountain nearby and Arizona sunsets as a backdrop, El Chorro is a celebrated gathering place where timeless hospitality meets lively, memorable dining.

We’re looking for an energetic, polished hospitality professional who knows that a great cocktail is more than a recipe—it’s a moment. You’ll create welcoming experiences for guests at the bar, support the dining room team, and bring genuine warmth, confidence, and attention to detail to every interaction.

If you thrive in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment and love making people feel like they’ve found their favorite seat in the house, this is your opportunity to join a fun, friendly team at one of the Valley’s most distinctive hospitality destinations.

What You’ll Do

• Welcome every guest with the sincere, gracious service El Chorro is known for.
• Prepare, mix, garnish, and present cocktails, wine, beer, and non-alcoholic beverages using established recipes, quality standards, and thoughtful portion control.
• Share beverage specials, make recommendations, and help guests discover the perfect pairing for their experience.
• Prepare beverages for bar guests as well as service tickets from the restaurant team—keeping quality high and service flowing.
• Maintain a polished, fully stocked bar each day, including beer, wine, spirits, paper products, garnishes, juices, condiments, and other essentials.
• Prepare, cut, store, and rotate fresh fruit, vegetable garnishes, juices, and other perishables to ensure exceptional quality and freshness.
• Accurately enter orders and create guest checks using the Aloha point-of-sale system.
• Process cash and charge transactions, make change, verify charges, and ensure vouchers are completed correctly.
• Secure cash drops and the bar bank in accordance with established procedures.
• Close, lock, and properly store beverages, food, equipment, and bar supplies at the end of service.
• Support the Restaurant Manager, Assistant General Manager, and fellow associates with additional responsibilities as needed.

What Makes You A Great Fit

• You bring a genuine passion for food, beverage, and creating unforgettable guest experiences.
• You are friendly, poised, dependable, and able to stay calm, organized, and engaging when the pace picks up.
• You communicate clearly and professionally with guests and teammates; English reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills are preferred.
• You demonstrate honesty, sound judgment, and ethical behavior in every aspect of your work.
• You understand basic sanitation practices and health department standards, including dishwashing procedures.
• You take pride in a polished, professional appearance appropriate for a luxury hospitality destination.
• You are reliable and committed to reporting for scheduled shifts—attendance is essential to the guest experience and team’s success.

Qualifications

• High school diploma preferred.
• Maricopa County Food Service Worker card or certification required.
• Alcohol Management Certification required.
• Food and beverage experience is preferred, but a strong service mindset and willingness to learn are just as important.

Working Conditions:

Attendance as scheduled is a critical element in all positions at El Chorro.

El Chorro’s leaders and associates believe each guest (internal and external) should be treated with respect, kindness, and professionalism. We believe that “Making Space for Genuine Hospitality” is our purpose, enticing our guests to return again and again. To be successful at El Chorro, associates must embrace our Purpose, Pillars and 21 Service Essentials. This includes being hands on and heartfelt, sincere and focused, collaborate and curious, and conscientious, possessing and demonstrating a high level of care and attention to internal and external guests. Our forward-thinking, fun, friendly, engaging and enthusiastic associates treat every guest as if they were our only guest. A true customer focus is essential to success with our property and company.

Source: Hospitality Online