Hotel Restaurant Full Time Bartender

Bartender
Division: Westin La Paloma Resort and Spa
Description: The Bartender will shape the guest experience through excellent service, product knowledge, and engaging hospitality. Your ability to craft beverages, manage bar operations, and create a welcoming atmosphere directly impacts guest satisfaction, food and beverage revenue, and brand reputation. Whether serving solo or supporting a team, your presence at the bar influences the energy and pace of service across the outlet.
How You'll Shape the Experience & Future:

Mix ingredients, such as liquor, soda, water, sugar and bitters to prepare cocktails and other drinks.
Serve wine draught, bottled beer, non-alcoholic beverages and food.
Collect money for drinks served.
Orders and requisitions liquors and supplies. Stock and replenish glasses, beverages, mixes, fruit, and guest supplies.
Place bottled goods and glasses to make an attractive display.
Wash glasses, bar, and equipment.
Slice and pit fruit for garnishing drinks; prepare appetizers, such as pickles, cheese and cold meats.
Take the initiative to greet guests in a friendly and warm manner.
If functioning in a Lead Capacity: (a) take responsibility for assigned associates in the absence of the Supervisor, (b) assign work, and ensure proper performance of assigned associates.
Other duties as assigned.
Key Strengths for Success:

Strong mixology skills with knowledge of a wide range of beverages
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to multitask and stay composed in a fast-paced, high-volume setting
Commitment to cleanliness, safety, and responsible alcohol service
Positive, guest-focused attitude and a proactive approach to hospitality
Team player with the ability to lead when required
Attention to detail in presentation and inventory management
Professional Experience:

Previous bartending experience in a hotel, bar, or restaurant environment preferred
Experience with cash handling, POS systems, and bar setup/teardown
Familiarity with food pairing and cross-selling techniques considered a plus
Capable of working independently or as part of a larger service team
Academic Background:

High school diploma or equivalent required
TIPS certification or equivalent required
Must meet all state and local age requirements for serving alcohol
Position Requirements: Successful completion of a background check is required prior to employment.
Category: Food & Beverage
Location: Westin La Paloma Resort and Spa 263
Full-Time/Part-Time: Part-Time
CA Pay Range
Number of Openings: 1
Req Number: FOO-26-00260
EOE Statement: HM Alpha Hotels & Resorts is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect, the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older) disability, genetic information, family or parental status, military service, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. HM Alpha Hotels & Resorts will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
This position is currently accepting applications.