Bartender - The Bench (Part Time & On Call) - Pebble Beach

Company Background:

For over a century, friends and family, celebrities and athletes, world travelers and locals alike, have flocked to Pebble Beach Resorts. This stunning slice of California’s Monterey Peninsula is a wondrous place that we are proud to share. Pebble Beach Company, located in Pebble Beach, California, owns and operates the world-famous Pebble Beach Resorts, including The Lodge at Pebble Beach, The Inn at Spanish Bay and Casa Palmero at Pebble Beach. The company also operates five renowned golf courses: Pebble Beach Golf Links, Spyglass Hill Golf Course, The Links at Spanish Bay, Del Monte Golf Course and The Hay.

Its other famed properties include scenic 17-Mile Drive, The Spa at Pebble Beach, Pebble Beach Golf Academy & Practice Facility and Pebble Beach Equestrian Center. It annually hosts premier events such as the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am, TaylorMade Pebble Beach Invitational, Pebble Beach Food & Wine and PURE Insurance Championship Impacting First Tee.

Job Summary:

The Bartender provides prompt, courteous service of all beverages and food for guests at the bar, as well as the dining room. Knows the method of preparation of most cocktails, garnishes, proper glassware per beverage and ingredient ratio. Possesses speed, accuracy and attention to detail, especially when mixing specialty cocktails. Must contribute to a team environment by taking orders, clearing tables and resetting tables when business necessitates, and assists the restaurant team to ensure guests have an excellent dining experience.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provide all guests with ordered beverage and food promptly and professionally.
• Check identification of any guest whose age appears to be younger than 30, abiding by A.B.C. liquor laws responsibly.
• Know the inventory of the bar well enough to make recommendations to inquiring guests without delay.
• Be familiar with locations of premium wines to be able to promptly and accurately issue premium wines.
• Possesses knowledge of all wine, liquor and beer pars and maintains them.
• Participates with manager to complete accurate inventories on all wine, spirits, beer and bar supplies in the restaurant.
• Rotates all pouring wines continuously.
• Binning, rotating & monitoring premium bottle wines issued by purchasing based upon daily reports.
• Communicates any discrepancies to manager immediately.
• Accurately complete & code liquor, beer, pouring wine, waters & other beverage supply requisitions.
• Process premium wine and beverage deliveries from Beverage Purchasing.
• Assure proper documentation of beverage transfers between departments.
• Keep bar, storage areas and beer coolers clean and sanitary at all times.
• Properly sanitize blender cup, strainer, knives and pour spouts.
• Operate and maintain POS system in proper working order.
• Serve as cashier, assisting servers as necessary and follow Pebble Beach Company cash handling policies and procedures.
• Complete closing reports per shift and accounting of cash, receipts, credit card vouchers and all other closed checks for cashier depositing and night audit drops.
• Monitor alcohol consumption and behavior of guests alerting a manager of any intoxicated or questionable guests.
• Polish silver and ensure that glassware is clean without soap residue, fingerprints, lipstick, spots or chips.
• Cut fresh fruit on a daily basis, maintaining a par as well as unspoiled fruit.
• Checks the glass washer detergents are at appropriate levels, fills as needed.
• Provided bar back with clear instruction of priorities to be completed.
• Sets up for any special service scheduled, such as receptions, opening bottles of wine and champagne as necessary, gathering glassware, etc.
• Ensures general housekeeping, including cleaning of fixtures, sinks, appliances and counters, keeping all bar areas clean and free of clutter at all times.
• Set tables, including tablecloth, flatware, china, centers and all other necessary items. Clear table of all necessary items and reset at a quick pace.
• Carry trays of dirty dishes to dishwasher and unload/rack properly.
• Ensure coverage of the entrance, greeting arriving guests and thanking those that are leaving.
• Check all menus for cleanliness and accuracy.
• Answer the telephone, take reservations and give directions to restaurant.
• Resolve guest problems whenever possible and directly communicate with manager.
• Prepare guest check, using point of sale system, collect and process payment correctly.
• Set-up and break down special events, to include moving tables, chairs and other furniture as necessary.
• Remove used dishes and maintain table during meal by replacing utensils as necessary and refolding napkins.
• Transport food from kitchen to table or bar in restaurant.
• Comply with all Pebble Beach Company safety and health policies and procedures.

Absolutely Required Skills:

• Must have an outgoing, dynamic personality with a positive attitude.
• Excellent customer service skills required.
• Must be available to work flexible shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Food Safety and RBS certifications required.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Desired Skills:

• Bartending experience required; mixology experience helpful.
• Knowledge of point of sale system helpful.

Why work for Pebble Beach Company:

• Competitive Pay: $22.69/hour plus gratuity.
• Benefits. Benefits are provided by the Unite Here Union* and include health and retirement.
• We encourage YOU to be our guest. You will receive discounts at all Pebble Beach restaurants, retail shops, and our Forbes Five Star Spa. In addition, Hotel discounts are also available during select seasons.
• Play our world-famous golf courses! Enjoy our Employee Golf Privileges including Employee Tee Times, Tournaments, and Company Club.
• Grow your career with Pebble Beach. We provide opportunities for ongoing learning and development, as well as promotions and transfers to advance your career.
• Lunch is on us. Enjoy a complimentary meal during your shift in our Employee Dining Room.

* Union employees are required to pay applicable Union dues.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.