Bartender - Birdie G's

AccorHotel • Los Angeles, CA

22d • Onsite

About The Position

The Bartender at Birdie G’s, Fairmont Century Plaza, prepares and serves cocktails and other beverages to Fairmont and Accor recipes and presentation standards. The role combines beverage expertise with welcoming, attentive hosting: recommending drinks and pairings, sharing local recommendations and the hotel’s history, and building connections with hotel guests and Los Angeles locals. The bartender maintains an organized, clean bar, handles cash and closing paperwork accurately, controls costs and waste, serves responsibly, follows liquor laws, and supports teammates and managers. The position reports to the Food & Beverage Management team.

Requirements

• Previous bartending experience in a luxury, high-volume bar or restaurant.
• Excellent knowledge of spirits, cocktails, wine, and beer.
• Previous customer service experience.
• Ability to remain calm, courteous, and efficient under pressure.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Reliable and self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and as part of a small team.
• Advanced spoken and written English.
• Strong cash-handling skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and remain on your feet throughout a shift.
• California Food Handler Card and Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) certification, or the ability to obtain them within 30 days of hire.
• Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Barista experience.
• POS system experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cocktails and beverages to Fairmont and Accor recipes and presentation standards, consistently and with flair.
• Maintain knowledge of spirits, wine, beer, cocktails, the food menu, and dish preparation.
• Recommend pairings and help guests select drinks.
• Welcome guests warmly and provide friendly, engaging, and attentive service.
• Share local recommendations and the story of Century Plaza’s history.
• Represent the bar, hotel, and Fairmont brand with pride.
• Keep the bar and prep areas clean, organized, and ready for service.
• Control costs and waste, handle cash accurately, and complete closing paperwork.
• Serve responsibly and follow all liquor laws.
• Support teammates and managers and help wherever the team needs assistance.

Benefits

• Discounted hotel rooms and food and beverage rates at sister properties around the globe.
• Learning programs through the company’s Academies.
• Opportunity to develop a career within Century Plaza and across the world.
• Opportunity to participate in Corporate Social Responsibility activities such as Planet 21 and WATCH.
• Health benefits, 401(k), complimentary meals, and other perks (listed in brackets in the posting).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed