Bartender

HIDEAWAY GOLF CLUB•La Quinta, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Bartender delivers an exceptional private club experience through professional beverage service, genuine hospitality, and careful attention to detail. The role creates a welcoming atmosphere for Members and Guests while maintaining high standards of service, professionalism, cleanliness, and responsible alcohol service. Bartenders build positive relationships while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries and representing Hideaway Golf Club with pride, integrity, and discretion. The position prepares and serves alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, maintains bar supplies and cleanliness, provides personalized recommendations and service, and processes beverage orders through the Clubessential POS system. Bartenders also support club functions, banquets, tournaments, private parties, and other special events, including setup, service, breakdown, and resetting event spaces. Duties and service locations may vary according to operational needs. This role works in a professional club environment across restaurants, clubhouse exterior grounds, private party locations, and other service areas. It involves use of standard food and beverage serving equipment, glassware, silverware, and dinnerware, as well as work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Requirements

Previous bartending experience is required.
Current Riverside County Food Handler Card.
General competency with point-of-sale systems.
Thorough knowledge of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, cocktail preparation, wine service, and responsible alcohol service practices.
Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with Members, Guests, and Team Members.
Ability to carry out instructions provided in written, oral, or diagram form.
Ability to work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events.
Ability to maintain a polished, professional appearance in accordance with Club grooming and uniform standards.
Positive attitude, professionalism, patience, courtesy, and strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to learn and use Member names and preferences when possible.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, up to 8 hours or more.
Ability to bend, stoop, squat, kneel, reach, twist, and perform repetitive movements.
Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds, as specified in the Requirements section.
Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying conditions, including heat, cold, wind, and rain.
Proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
Criminal and civil background clearance.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.
Private club, luxury hospitality, resort, or fine dining experience.
Clubessential POS experience.
Hospitality, food safety, or service-related certifications.
Commitment to exceptional Member service and luxury hospitality standards.

Responsibilities

Set up and break down bar areas for regular service and special events.
Keep the bar adequately stocked with beverages, mixers, ice, garnishes, glassware, and other service items.
Prepare fruit garnishes and beverage accompaniments.
Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to established recipes and service standards.
Maintain detailed knowledge of beverage offerings, wines, spirits, cocktails, promotions, and seasonal selections.
Recommend beverages thoughtfully based on Member preferences, dining selections, and requests.
Anticipate Member needs and provide personalized, attentive service.
Take and serve beverage orders efficiently while maintaining service quality and safe tray-service practices.
Review reservations, event orders, function sheets, and Banquet Event Orders before shifts or events as directed.
Enter beverage orders accurately into the Clubessential POS system for Member account charges.
Maintain a clean, organized, sanitary, and professional work environment.
Follow Riverside County food safety regulations, responsible alcohol service requirements, Club policies, and service standards.
Support a safe workplace and promptly report unsafe conditions.
Communicate and collaborate with management, Banquet, Culinary, and Food & Beverage team members to deliver smooth service and event execution.
Greet Members professionally, learn and use their names and preferences when possible, and maintain appropriate professional boundaries and confidentiality.
Assist with event setup and breakdown, including bars, beverage stations, tables, chairs, linens, glassware, serviceware, and other supplies.
Provide beverage and food service during banquets and special events according to Club standards and event specifications.
Reset, clean, organize, and return event spaces, equipment, and supplies after functions.
Adapt to assigned duties and service areas based on operational and event needs.
Participate in training, beverage education, tastings, and development programs; respond professionally to coaching and feedback.
Perform additional duties as assigned.