Location
La Costa Resort and Spa
Nestled among the beautiful coastal foothills of Carlsbad, CA, Omni La Costa Resort & Spa is honored as the #1 Wellness Spa by Spa magazine. Omni La Costa’s acclaimed restaurants present an updated take on locally inspired cuisine and culinary delights. Steps from your door, world-class accommodations, championship golf and tennis, eight pools and more anxiously wait to welcome your arrival.
Omni La Costa associates enjoy a dynamic and exciting work environment, comprehensive training and mentoring, along with the pride that comes from working for a company with a reputation for exceptional service. We embody a culture of respect, gratitude and empowerment day in and day out. If you are a friendly, motivated person, with a passion to serve others, Omni La Costa may be your perfect match.
Job Description
Overlooking the Poinsettia Valley and the lush golf courses at the omni la costa resort & spa, bar traza offers rustic, mediterranean shared plates, curated cocktails and delicious light bites in a timeless spanish-colonial setting. Bar Traza’s menu reflects european flavors and the fresh lifestyle of coastal cuisines. Our goal is for Bar Traza to be the premiere lounge venue in North San Diego County. As a Bar Traza Bartender you will craft drinks for servers and guests while providing engagingly memorable service to our guests and have the responsibility of adhering to all rules, regulations, uniform codes, standards, and philosophies of the hotel.
Responsibilities
- Report for scheduled shifts on time and in the assigned uniform. Create all drinks for guests and service staff. Drinks will include alcoholic, non-alcoholic, smoothies and specialty coffees.
- Maintain a professional, neat, well-groomed appearance.
- Welcome guests personally within 30 seconds and use the guest’s name a minimum of three (3) times: when receiving credit card/room information for payment, presenting check for payment, and when collecting check.
- Provide service to all guests using the Four Keys to Creating Guests for Life and LCR sequence of service standards.
- Keep the bar and lounge spotless at all times.
- Prepares drink orders for each party quickly and accurately. Serves refills upon request as well as follows up for additional beverage requirements
- Strong and detailed command of all cocktail recipes, beers and wine list. Follow all pouring guidelines & cocktail recipe standards. Complete pour tests as needed including demonstration of mixology techniques and acumen.
- Maximize beverage sales by suggesting trend setting, specialty cocktails.
- Request identification from guests ordering alcohol when legal age is questionable
- Promote food sales to guests seated at the bar and be knowledgeable about food items offered, including daily specials.
- Fully service bar and lounge tables when assigned, up to and including: cocktail and food service, bussing, and food running.
- Have a working knowledge of the menu items and preparation
- Communicate with guests using clear and enthusiastic words, tone and body language at all times. Make guests feel appreciated through your actions.
- Maintain composure and high level of professionalism during stressful situations
- Work as a team with all LCR Associates in order to maintain an effective atmosphere and an efficient food and beverage service.
- Work with others to keep areas cleaned and stocked to LCR standards at all times.
- Complete, fill and stock requisitions to par levels. Requisitions to be authorized by manager and completed requisition sheets returned to Manager. Keep the bar fully stocked with fresh cut fruit, ice and all items on the par sheets.
- Utilize the point of sale system and run all of the necessary reports. Tender all checks opened in your number, follow end of shift balancing, and check procedures.
- Never leave the bar unattended. Designate a qualified person to cover the bar until you return.
- Wash and sterilize stemware all bar glassware and stemware
- Be attentive and proactive in offering assistance to members and guests.
- Be responsible in the service of alcohol. Do not hesitate to ask for management intervention if necessary.
- Perform closing duties and paperwork assigned by Manager
- Work safely and follow all LCR Safety and Loss Prevention standards.
- Perform other duties as assigned by management.
- This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, La Costa Resort and Spa Management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary
Qualifications
- A minimum of two years bartending experience is required.
- Must have excellent wine, beer and cocktail knowledge and be at least 21 years of age.
- Valid San Diego County Food Handlers card
- Valid TIPS (safe alcohol service training) card
- Great communication skills – the ability to engage with guests professionally, appropriately and courteously
- Must be able to work weekends and holidays.
Pay Rate: $15.50/hr + tips
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