Lead Bartender | Lefty's Day & Night

Lead Bartender Position

Palisociety is a society of unique hotels and residences Palihouse, Palihotel, Le Petit Pali, ARRIVE by Palisociety, and a growing collection of independently branded properties. Since our first hotel opened in Los Angeles in 2009, we've grown into a nationwide portfolio of neighborhood-centric hotels, restaurants, bars, and event spaces, earning recognition from Cond Nast Traveler, Travel + Leisure, the New York Times, and more.

We consider our employees our greatest asset: structured training from day one, consistent feedback, and a clear path for growth. We develop our leaders from within, because the strongest hospitality companies are the ones that grow their own.

Located at ARRIVE Austin, Lefty's Day & Night is East Austin's best neighborhood patio bar everyone's favorite place no matter what time it is, offering coffee, drinks, and tasty food morning, noon, or night.

We're looking for a friendly Lead Bartender who's enthusiastic about making well-crafted drinks and forging authentic connections with guests at Lefty's.

The task at hand includes:

• Understanding the functional administration of the restaurant stations, table numbers, food labeling, and more.
• Assisting the F&B Manager in maintaining cleanliness standards across the bar and seating areas.
• Maintaining prepped ingredients (syrups, batches, garnishes) to the bar program's standards labeled, dated, and stored properly.
• Preparing all beverages, alcoholic and non-alcoholic, mixing ingredients and following recipes for each cocktail.
• Interacting with guests, taking orders, and serving food and drinks, checking ID to confirm legal drinking age.
• Restocking and replenishing bar inventory and supplies as needed, staying guest-focused throughout.
• Maintaining complete knowledge of the food and beverage menu, and checking that bar equipment operates properly, reporting maintenance needs.

What we're looking for:

Required:

• 2+ years of experience as a Bartender in a high-quality full-service or fast-casual environment.
• Excellent knowledge of mixing, garnishing, and serving drinks.
• Ability to keep the bar organized, stocked, and clean.
• Energetic, outgoing, and effective working with the team.
• Flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.

Physical:

• Requires mobility and prolonged standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 50 lbs.

What's in it for you:

• Competitive compensation package with medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, plus 401(k).
• Paid time off, holiday pay, and sick pay.
• Career advancement and professional development as we open new hotels and restaurants nationwide.
• Employee discounts across our entire portfolio (25 hotels and more to come!).