Bartender

About the Organization The heart of any organization is the staff that keeps it running. Fripp Island is often like family to its employees, many of whom have worked here over 10 years and in some cases over 20 years! We are fortunate enough to get to come to this beautiful island every day - we work where you play! Fripp Island Golf & Beach Resort is one of the best South Carolina beach resorts, offering a wide selection of Fripp Island resort rentals, two top-ranked golf courses, several pools and dining options, a full service marina, tennis, pickle ball, an activity center, many on-island activities, and one of the most picturesque beaches you'll find anywhere. Open Date 9/17/2026 Category Food & Beverage Position Bartender Join the Opening Team at the New Beach Club Fripp Island Golf & Beach Resort is preparing to open the newly reimagined Beach Club Restaurant—and we are building an exceptional team to bring it to life. Located in the heart of Fripp Island’s Beach Club complex, this new restaurant will combine a relaxed coastal setting with warm, attentive hospitality and consistently excellent food and beverage experiences. More than a restaurant opening, this is an opportunity to help establish the culture, service standards, and traditions of a destination our members and resort guests will enjoy for years to come. We are seeking energetic, dependable, and hospitality-minded people for culinary, service, bar, support, and leadership positions. Whether you are an experienced hospitality professional or looking to grow your career, you will receive hands‑on training and the opportunity to become part of a team built around respect, teamwork, accountability, and genuine care for our guests. Opening a restaurant is a unique experience. Every team member plays a part in shaping how we work, how we serve, and how our guests feel. If you take pride in your work, enjoy creating memorable experiences, and want to help build something special from the beginning, we invite you to apply and join the opening team at the new Beach Club. Why Join Fripp Island Golf & Beach Resort? Access to resort amenities Beach access Food and merchandise discounts Employee referral program Paid holidays Health, dental, vision, and life insurance (Full-time employees) Paid Time Off (PTO) 401(k) retirement plan Position Summary Fripp Island Golf Club & Resort is seeking an experienced Bartender to deliver outstanding member and guest hospitality while executing approved cocktails and beverages consistently, operating an efficient bar and service well, practicing responsible alcohol service, and maintaining a fully stocked, clean, and ready station. Responsibilities Welcome members and guests and deliver attentive bar service. Prepare approved cocktails, beer, wine, and nonalcoholic beverages exactly to established recipes and pours. Operate the bar and service well accurately and efficiently. Set up, stock, organize, clean, and close the assigned station. Use Toast accurately for orders, tabs, checks, member charges, and payments. Handle cash, credit‑card transactions, checkout, and tip procedures according to policy. Follow responsible‑alcohol‑service, ID‑verification, intoxication‑monitoring, and refusal procedures. Maintain accurate beverage, food, allergen, and pricing knowledge. Report shortages, replenishment needs, spills, breakage, waste, and equipment concerns to management. Do not order products or change products, recipes, pours, pricing, or the beverage program. Work across trained bars, restaurant outlets, banquets, and events based on seasonal and business needs. Perform other reasonable duties related to the position, training, and operational needs. Qualifications Previous professional bartending experience is required. Strong hospitality, beverage knowledge, speed, organization, communication, and guest‑recovery skills. Demonstrated ability to execute standardized cocktail recipes and responsible pours accurately. Experience with restaurant POS, cash, checks, tabs, and credit‑card procedures; Toast experience is preferred. Approved alcohol‑service certification required within 90 days of hire. Ability to work calmly and accurately in a high‑volume environment. No degree requirement and no fixed minimum number of years beyond demonstrated relevant experience. Schedule Expectations Hourly, non‑exempt, tipped position; full‑time, part‑time, or seasonal schedules may be available based on assignment. Availability may include days, evenings, weekends, holidays, peak seasonal periods, banquets, and special events. Work location and schedule may change based on bar, outlet, event, and resort needs. Physical Requirements Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, grasping, shaking, pouring, and repetitive bar activity. Ability to work safely around glass, ice, wet floors, chemicals, bar equipment, crowded service areas, and outdoor venues. Ability to lift and move customary beverage cases, kegs with assistance and approved equipment, glass racks, ice, and supplies safely. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals. Advancement Opportunity Bartenders who demonstrate exceptional hospitality, responsible alcohol service, consistent recipe execution, financial accuracy, reliability, and leadership potential may be considered for advancement to Assistant Restaurant Manager as opportunities become available. Additional Duties The responsibilities listed above are not exhaustive. Team members may be assigned other duties reasonably related to their position, training, operational needs, seasonal business, events, and the evolving requirements of Fripp Island Golf Club & Resort. Position Requirements Exempt/Non‑Exempt Non‑Exempt Full‑Time/Part‑Time -unspecified- Pay Range Shift -not applicable- Req Number FOO-26-00016 City Fripp Island State South Carolina We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. This position is currently accepting applications. #J-18808-Ljbffr