Bartender- Full Time

The Club at Quail Ridge•Boynton Beach, FL

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Quail Ridge is a premier private country club committed to providing its members and their guests with exceptional food, beverage, service, and hospitality. The team takes pride in creating warm, memorable experiences while maintaining the professionalism, discretion, and attention to detail expected in an outstanding private club. We are seeking an experienced, polished, and personable Bartender to join our Food & Beverage team. The ideal candidate has a strong knowledge of cocktails, wine, beer, and spirits and understands that bartending in a private club is about much more than preparing drinks. Our bartenders build relationships with members, anticipate preferences, maintain a welcoming atmosphere, and consistently deliver professional and personalized service. The bartender serves as an important ambassador of Quail Ridge and plays a key role in creating an environment where members feel recognized, comfortable, and well cared for.

Requirements

Minimum 1–2 years of bartending experience in an upscale restaurant, fine dining establishment, private club, luxury hotel, or high-end hospitality environment required.
Strong knowledge of cocktails, spirits, wine, beer, and beverage service.
Knowledge of classic cocktail preparation and proper bartending techniques.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Professional, polished, and approachable demeanor.
Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain consistency during busy service periods.
Ability to multitask while maintaining a high level of service.
Strong knowledge of responsible alcohol service and applicable regulations.
Ability to develop genuine relationships with members while maintaining professionalism and discretion.
Strong team player with a positive attitude.
Ability to work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events.

Nice To Haves

Experience with point-of-sale systems preferred but not required.
Current food safety and responsible alcohol-service certifications preferred or required based on applicable regulations.

Responsibilities

Provide warm, professional, and personalized service to members and their guests.
Prepare and serve cocktails, wine, beer, and other beverages according to Quail Ridge standards.
Demonstrate strong knowledge of classic and contemporary cocktails, spirits, wine, beer, and non-alcoholic beverages.
Maintain consistent quality, presentation, portion control, and speed of service.
Engage with members in a friendly and professional manner while maintaining appropriate boundaries and discretion.
Learn and remember member preferences whenever possible.
Anticipate member needs and provide attentive, proactive service.
Accurately enter and process beverage and food orders using the club's point-of-sale system.
Communicate effectively with servers, culinary team members, managers, and other Food & Beverage staff.
Maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked bar throughout the shift.
Complete proper opening, closing, cleaning, and restocking procedures.
Monitor inventory and communicate shortages or product needs to management.
Maintain proper glassware, garnishes, mixers, ice, and bar supplies.
Ensure beverages are presented attractively and served at the appropriate temperature.
Follow all responsible alcohol-service policies and applicable laws.
Verify identification when required and appropriately address situations involving intoxication.
Assist with private events, member functions, and special club activities as needed.
Handle member concerns with professionalism and involve management when appropriate.
Maintain confidentiality and discretion when interacting with members and guests.
Contribute to a positive, professional, and team-oriented work environment.