¡VIVA! Bartender - Newport Beachside Hotel & Resort

Newport Beachside Hotel, located in the sunny and vibrant Sunny Isles Beach, Florida, is seeking talented individuals to join our team! As a job applicant, you'll have the opportunity to work in a beachfront hotel that offers exceptional service and a tropical paradise experience to our guests. With positions available in front desk, housekeeping, food and beverage, spa, and more, there are abundant opportunities for career growth and advancement. Our hotel boasts stunning ocean views, modern amenities, and a lively atmosphere, creating an exciting work environment. As a member of the Newport Beachside Hotel team, you'll have the chance to provide exceptional service to our guests, work in a picturesque beachfront location, and be a part of a renowned hospitality brand. Join us in delivering unforgettable hospitality experiences and become a valued member of our team at Newport Beachside Hotel in Sunny Isles Beach, FL!

At the Newport, soon to be re-imagined TheSunny, we’re redefining hospitality with vibrant spaces, exceptional service, and a fresh take on coastal elegance. ¡VIVA!, our premier bar and lounge, is the heartbeat of our guest experience—a place where creativity, energy, and craftsmanship come together to deliver unforgettable moments.

We’re looking for a passionate and skilled bartender to join the ¡VIVA! by Ray Garcia, team. You’ll be responsible for crafting innovative cocktails, delivering outstanding guest experiences, and contributing to the lively atmosphere that makes ¡VIVA! a standout destination.

The future Sunny in the heart of Sunny Isles Beach is poised to redefine the beach getaway experience offering a perfect blend of rich history and unparalleled amenities. The resort will feature 339 spacious guest rooms, an eclectic private art collection, six food and beverage outlets, a fitness center, spa & salon, ocean-front pool with tiki bar and fire pits, beach club, and over 22,000 square feet of event space, including a unique oceanfront terrace. 

What you will be doing:

• Bartending Excellence: Prepare and serve a variety of beverages, including classic cocktails, signature creations, beer, wine, and non-alcoholic options.
• Guest Experience: Provide attentive, friendly, and efficient service, ensuring guests feel welcome and engaged.
• Creativity: Collaborate on seasonal menus and drink specials, incorporating new trends and guest preferences.
• Bar Operations: Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bar, restock inventory, and monitor supplies.
• Compliance: Adhere to all food safety, sanitation, and alcohol service regulations.
• Team Collaboration: Work seamlessly with other team members, including barbacks, servers, and management, to ensure smooth operations.
• Upselling: Recommend beverages and pairings to enhance guest experiences and drive sales.

What we are looking for:

• Previous experience as a bartender in a high-volume bar, restaurant, or lounge.
• Extensive knowledge of spirits, wine, beer, and mixology techniques.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and stay calm under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• A passion for hospitality, creativity, and providing memorable guest experiences.
• Must meet the legal requirements to serve alcohol (age and certifications as applicable).

Davidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US.   A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners’ mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group.

In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our team members and their families.

• Multiple Tiers of Medical Coverage
• Dental & Vision Coverage
• 24/7 Teledoc service
• Free Maintenance Medications
• Pet Insurance
• Hotel Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays). 
• 401K Match

Working at Davidson is like nowhere else. It’s less of a job, more of a calling. It’s part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other.

EOE AA- Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation

Davidson Hospitality is a drug free workplace.  Pre-employment drug test and background check required.  We participate in E-Verify.