Lead Bartender

Legends Global•San Diego, CA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Bartender oversees bar operations and bartending staff during events, serving as the operational leader for assigned bar locations. The role is accountable for staff direction, responsible alcohol service compliance, inventory management, cash accountability, and guest satisfaction. The Lead Bartender manages operations and supervises staff rather than routinely serving guests, but may provide direct bartending support during peak demand, staffing shortages, or when directed by venue leadership. This part-time, event-based position is located at Pechanga Arena San Diego. Applicants must be available to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and other event-related schedules.

Requirements

At least one year of bartending experience.
Strong knowledge of responsible alcohol service practices.
Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) Certification, or ability to obtain it.
Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Experience operating POS systems and handling cash transactions.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced event environment.
Strong guest service and conflict-resolution skills.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Ability to perform frequent reaching, bending, twisting, and repetitive motions.
Availability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and other event-related schedules.

Nice To Haves

Previous lead or supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

Direct and oversee daily operations at assigned bar locations.
Assign bartenders and support staff to stations according to operational needs.
Lead, coach, and provide ongoing performance feedback to team members.
Train team members on company policies, beverage standards, guest service expectations, and responsible alcohol service requirements.
Promote teamwork, accountability, and professionalism; serve as the first point of escalation for operational and employee concerns.
Ensure bars are stocked, organized, and prepared before guests arrive.
Monitor service speed, beverage quality, and operational efficiency during events.
Adjust staffing based on guest demand and event activity.
Ensure beverages are prepared and served according to established recipes and standards.
Communicate operational issues and product shortages to management and support objectives set by Food & Beverage leadership.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and venue alcohol regulations; monitor responsible beverage service and identification procedures.
Address intoxication concerns and service issues according to company policy, promoting a safe environment for guests and team members.
Maintain exceptional guest service, resolve guest concerns professionally, and support complaint resolution and service recovery.
Assist with inventory counts, product monitoring, replenishment, product usage tracking, and reporting.
Verify cash handling and POS procedures and support opening and closing cash reconciliation.
Maintain accountability for assigned operational areas.
Keep bar areas clean, organized, and compliant with sanitation standards; promote workplace safety and report safety concerns.
Monitor compliance with company standards, policies, and procedures, including employee appearance, uniforms, and professional conduct.
Provide direct bartending support during peak periods when necessary and assist with beverage operations throughout the venue as directed.
Perform other duties assigned by management.