Lead Bartender / Baleen

Noble House Hotels and Resorts•Naples, FL

33d•$18

About The Position

Ranked #5 of the Best Hotels & Resorts in Florida and the only Naples Resort in the Top 20. LaPlaya Beach Resort & Club, located directly on the beautiful Gulf of Mexico, offers excellent career opportunities to caring hospitality professionals who provide the finest services in Naples. The Job: Baleen Lead Bartender The Baleen Lead Bartender / Mixologist is responsible for leading and overseeing Elements/Baleen bar and assisting the bartending team, ensuring the exceptional standard of service our guests have come to expect from LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort. This position combines leadership, creativity, and guest engagement to deliver elevated beverage experiences for our beautiful Element Bar located on the Gulf of Mexico. This role goes beyond bartending-it is about creating memorable moments. The Lead Bartender / Mixologist will design and implement innovative cocktail menus, showcase beverage pairings for special events, and mentor bartenders to embody LaPlaya's luxury brand. A strong focus will be placed on guest satisfaction, beverage innovation, and maintaining high operational standards.

Requirements

3-5 years bartending experience in luxury resorts, fine dining, or upscale bar environments.
Proven expertise in mixology, cocktail innovation, and beverage program development.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to mentor and train a team.

Responsibilities

Lead and mentor the bartending team to ensure consistent, high-quality service.
Develop and launch seasonal cocktail menus inspired by Baleen's beachfront setting.
Provide attentive, personalized service to members, including bespoke cocktails and wine/spirit recommendations.
Oversee bar operations, including inventory, ordering, and compliance with safety and liquor laws.
Train new bartenders on mixology skills, service standards, POS systems, and resort policies.
Uphold Noble House standards of hospitality, grooming, and professionalism at all times.
Support resort events, wine dinners, and holiday activations with curated beverage programs.