Security Guard - Hospitality - Bar

Pouring With Heart; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Insurance coverages

401K with match

EAP

Disability & Life insurance

Baby bonding

Career development

Pet care

Team outings

Job summary

Pouring With Heart in San Diego is seeking a Security Host to Seven Grand, balancing hospitality with vigilance to create a safe and welcoming environment for guests and staff.

The role emphasizes professional presence, de-escalation, and teamwork in a fast-paced bar setting, with opportunities to grow knowledge of spirits and service in a community-driven venue.

Qualifications

• 3+ years security, guest services, or hospitality experience preferred.
• Strong situational awareness and professionalism under pressure.
• Ability to de-escalate conflicts with patience and clear communication.
• Must be 21+ and have valid security guard certifications if required (varies by state).

Responsibilities

• Greet guests and set a safe, welcoming tone.
• Verify IDs and manage guest entry per venue policies.
• Monitor floor and bar for safety; escalate as needed.
• Support staff and guests with conflict resolution and clear communication.
• Use de-escalation techniques to manage situations calmly.
• Assist with crowd flow, line management, and capacity during peak hours.
• Report incidents and hazards to leadership promptly.
• Follow health, safety, and responsible alcohol service procedures.

Skills

Security experience

Guest services

De-escalation

21+ with guard certs

Job description

Pouring with Heart is currently looking for a professional, and hospitable Security Host at Seven Grand, San Diego. We are excited to find a new family member. Below is a description of the role, give it a read-through, and if you think “Hell yeah!”, we’d love to start a conversation.

The role…

As a Security Host, you are responsible for creating a safe and welcoming environment for both guests and staff. You represent the first and last impression of the bar, balancing professionalism and hospitality with the awareness and confidence needed to maintain order.

About the Bar…

For nearly 15 years, Seven Grand has been a staple of North Park, built around whiskey, cocktails, music, and hospitality. Our team works across a dynamic environment, from guiding guests through an extensive whiskey collection to keeping pace with high-volume nights and the energy of Blind Spot, our backroom bar focused on all spirits, cocktails, and late-night dancing. We’re looking for someone who wants to deepen their spirit knowledge, thrive in a fast-moving room, and understand how to balance personality, education, and genuine hospitality.

The Pay

• $27 to $30 an hour ($23 to $25 an hour base pay + tips)

Duties include, but are not limited to…

• Greet guests warmly and set the tone for a safe, welcoming environment
• Verify IDs accurately and manage guest entry in line with venue policies
• Monitor the floor and bar areas for safety concerns, escalating issues when necessary
• Support staff and guests through conflict resolution and clear communication
• Use de-escalation techniques to manage situations calmly and respectfully
• Assist with crowd flow, line management, and capacity control during peak hours
• Report incidents, hazards, or policy violations to leadership promptly
• Follow all health, safety, and compliance standards, including responsible alcohol service and emergency procedures

Required Skills/Qualifications

• 3+ years prior security, guest services, or hospitality experience preferred
• Strong situational awareness, confidence, and professionalism under pressure
• Ability to de-escalate conflicts with patience, respect, and clear communication
• Must be 21+ and have valid security guard certifications if required (varies by state)

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to work on your feet for extended periods (up to 8 hours)
• Ability to lift and move 100+ pounds
• Fast-paced movements and mobility required to cover bar and floor space efficiently
• Ability to bend, reach, and perform repetitive motions as part of daily bar operations

What We Offer…

Pouring With Heart is more than a workplace, it’s a community. We invest in our people, helping you grow professionally while being part of something bigger than yourself.

• Health Care: (Medical, Dental & Vision) Full-time employees (30+ hours a week) are eligible.
• Supplemental Insurance Coverages: Hospital Indemnity Coverage, Critical Illness, and Accidental.
• 401K: Access to a 401K retirement plan with a company match of 4% (for eligible employees).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access to mental health, financial wellness and many more resources through our EAP.
• Short/Long Term Disability and Life Insurance: Fully covered by the company for full time employees (30+ hours a week).
• Baby Bonding: Maternity/Paternity benefits (once eligible).
• Career & Learning Development: Opportunities to grow with PWH, whether into leadership roles or through new markets across the country. Access to training, tastings, and workshops to build technical skills and product knowledge.
• Pet Care Coverage: Savings on Pet Care visits.
• Team & Company Outings: We celebrate camaraderie both in and outside the bar through events, anniversaries, attractions, travel opportunities, staff appreciation parties and more!

At Pouring With Heart, we raise the human spirit through community, camaraderie and connection.