Lead Bartender

Why us?

The Surfing Fox, located in The Pierside Hotel, is seeking a Lead Bartender to join our team in serving guests with creativity and passion!

Work Where You Belong! California Cuisine with a side of Sunshine! Fresh, SoCal flavors with an ocean breeze. The clink of glasses on that first toast of the trip. That state of mind where everything just feels so...easy. That's what you'll find at The Surfing Fox. Built on a menu of fresh, local flavors, Santa Monica's newest restaurant blends the best of modern California and vintage surf culture.

We are looking for independent thinkers. Those who harness their entrepreneurial spirit so that it breaks preconceived notions. We're not afraid to forge our own path. After all, it's what industry leaders do. That's why we welcome risk takers and creative spirits alike. No matter your daily role, Sage recognizes that your success is about more than the work you do-it's really about who you are, which is why we invest in your personal and professional growth. We hope you consider joining us!

Job Overview

Responsible for set-up, mixing of drinks, service and clean-up of bar area while enduring quality service, guest satisfaction and the achievement/maintenance of company standards and profit maximization.

Responsibilities

• Make and serve drinks to guests and cocktail servers following established guidelines, procedures and policies regarding beverage and safety controls as prescribed by company standards.

• Perform all guest contact activities in a cordial, efficient and professional manner; maintaining a commitment to guest satisfaction.

• Ring guest checks, collect cash and process credits and room charges in the exact manner outlined by company policies and procedures.

• Complete liquor requisitions and supply lists. Know and comply with state liquor laws.

• Ensure established pars are maintained.

• Perform all sidework duties according to sidework schedules.

• Collaborate with restaurant leadership on drink recipes and product specifications

• Assist in taking inventories

Qualifications

Education/Formal Training

Bartending training and certification, TIPS Certified

Experience

6 months bartending

Knowledge/Skills

Must be 21 years of age to serve alcoholic beverages.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Lifting trays, dish racks, glass racks, etc. 20 -40 lbs. Pushing carts, Queen Marys, hotbox, portable bar 50 -100 lbs.

• Carrying trays, dish racks, glass racks, etc using both hands. 20 -40 lbs.

• Bending/kneeling -ability to bend to lower level cabinets and lift trays.

• Mobility -maneuver in narrow areas and between seated guests.

• Continuous standing required to service guest functions; 100% of the time scheduled.

• Climbing approximately 12 steps 20% of 8 hours.

• No driving required.

• Must have moderate comprehension and literacy to read use records and all special requests.

• Must have ability to perform multiple tasks at one time, must be able to follow verbal and written instruction, and be able to communicate both verbally and in writing.

• Must be highly organized and able to pay attention to sound and sight details in crowded and noisy situations, particularly when handling multiple tasks.

• Must be able to use tact and understanding when dealing with a variety of customer service problems, including stressful and highly emotional situations.

• Ability to read, speak and write English. Ability to accurately count cash.

• Ability to operate cash register.

Environment

Physically strenuous -prolonged standing, walking, lifting and carrying throughout entire shift

Benefits

• Medical, dental, & vision insurance

• Paid time off

• Eligible to participate in the Company's 401(k) program with employer matching

• Health savings and flexible spending accounts

• Basic Life and AD&D insurance

• Employee Assistance Program

• Great discounts on Hotels, Restaurants, and much more.

• Eligible to participate in the Employee Referral Bonus Program. Up to $1,000 per referral

ID: 2026-31155

Position Type: Regular Full-Time

Property : The Pierside Hotel

Outlet: Restaurant

Category: Restaurant Operations

Min: USD $24.00/Hr.

Tipped Position: Yes

Address : 120 Colorado Ave

City : Santa Monica

State : California

EOE Protected Veterans/Disability