Pool Bartender

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts•Westlake Village, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village is seeking a Pool Bartender to provide exceptional service in a vibrant poolside setting. The role involves crafting and serving beverages, engaging with guests to create memorable experiences, and keeping the bar area clean and well-stocked. The successful candidate will be skilled, friendly, detail-oriented, and passionate about hospitality, helping create a welcoming environment for all guests. The bartender prepares and serves beverages in accordance with established recipes and Four Seasons standards, takes and confirms guest orders, provides knowledgeable descriptions of drinks, anticipates guest needs, and resolves concerns promptly. The position also requires accurate settlement of guest checks and payment transactions.

Requirements

High school education or equivalent experience.
At least 2 years of previous experience as a bartender in a luxury Food and Beverage outlet.
Ability to pour, mix, and blend a wide variety of wines, spirits, and mixed drinks.
Ability to accurately process cash and credit card transactions.
Strong communication skills with coworkers and guests.
Must possess legal work authorization in the United States.
Must be available to work holidays.

Responsibilities

Prepare and serve wines, spirits, and mixed drinks according to established recipes and Four Seasons standards, including proper pouring, mixing, and blending.
Confirm guest orders, including special needs or requests, using the hotel’s point-of-sale system, and check completed orders against the original order.
Take orders from guests seated at the bar and describe menu items, including their origin, taste, and preparation methods.
Maintain working knowledge of liquors, wines, beers, ports, armagnacs, eaux-de-vie, cognacs, and specialty drinks.
Anticipate guest needs, assess satisfaction, offer suggestions, and respond promptly and appropriately to guest concerns and requests.
Accurately close guest checks and process cash and credit card payments.
Properly settle voided checks and complimentary items.
Maintain a clean and well-stocked bar area.