Job Overview
Employment Type
Part-time
Hourly
Compensation
Hourly
Exact $17.75
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Day Shifts
Benefits
Employee benefit card
Learning programs
Corporate social responsibility activities
Career development opportunities
Discounted stays across Fairmont and Raffles properties
Special dining discounts
Wellness discounts
Job Description
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is a prestigious global hospitality company renowned for its exquisite collection of luxury hotels and resorts. With a portfolio spanning 90 spectacular properties and an additional 34 in development across 30 countries, Fairmont offers unmatched experiences from the stunning beaches of Hawaii to the unspoiled national parks of Canada, the vibrant city life in London, and the breathtaking deserts of the United Arab Emirates. The brand is synonymous with elegance, exceptional service, and memorable guest experiences, making it a leader in the luxury hospitality sector worldwide.
Among these distinguished properties is the Fairmont Grand Del Mar, a truly enchanting resort located in San Diego. This five-star sanctuary is nestled within the natural beauty of Los Peñasquitos Canyon and enjoys the year-round sunshine inherent to Southern California. It boasts 249 elegantly appointed guestrooms and suites, an 18-hole private golf course designed by Tom Fazio, a five-star spa, and over two dozen weekly outdoor activities that range from yoga and meditation to archery. The resort also features six unique dining venues, including Addison, San Diego’s only three-Michelin starred restaurant, offering guests a remarkable culinary journey and superb service.
Fairmont Grand Del Mar is not just a place of luxury and natural beauty but also a vibrant community that champions growth and career advancement. The resort promotes a balanced lifestyle for its employees and constantly seeks ways to enhance the working environment. This commitment to employee development and well-being ensures that team members can thrive while delivering exceptional service that exceeds guest expectations.
The current opportunity is for a Bartender at Fairmont Grand Del Mar, offering a competitive rate of pay at $17.75 per hour. This role is essential in delivering a seamless and luxurious five-star dining experience. The Bartender’s primary responsibility lies in preparing and serving cocktails and spirits with expert knowledge, ensuring guests receive superlative food and beverage service in an elegant and welcoming setting. Attention to detail, such as setting up mise en place, stocking wines and garnishes, and maintaining cleanliness and order in the bar area, is critical to this position.
The successful candidate will be part of a dynamic team that values hospitality excellence and cultural compatibility, emphasized by a mandatory profile completion through Fairmont’s hiring partner, AssessFirst. This process ensures that candidates’ skills and personality traits align with the high standards and culture of luxury excellence that Fairmont is known for.
By joining Fairmont Grand Del Mar, a Bartender has access to numerous benefits, including an employee benefit card offering discounted rates across Accor’s global network for both the employee and their family. Learning and development programs are provided to sharpen skills, alongside opportunities for national and international career growth. The resort also encourages participation in corporate social responsibility activities, reinforcing its commitment to positive community impact.
Fairmont’s core values of respect, excellence, belonging, empowerment, and integrity guide all employees, fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace. This environment welcomes diversity and inclusion, ensuring that every team member feels valued and empowered to create unforgettable guest experiences. Working indoors in a climate-controlled and moderate environment, the Bartender will thrive in a culture that not only recognizes individual contributions but also supports collective success and outstanding service.
Among these distinguished properties is the Fairmont Grand Del Mar, a truly enchanting resort located in San Diego. This five-star sanctuary is nestled within the natural beauty of Los Peñasquitos Canyon and enjoys the year-round sunshine inherent to Southern California. It boasts 249 elegantly appointed guestrooms and suites, an 18-hole private golf course designed by Tom Fazio, a five-star spa, and over two dozen weekly outdoor activities that range from yoga and meditation to archery. The resort also features six unique dining venues, including Addison, San Diego’s only three-Michelin starred restaurant, offering guests a remarkable culinary journey and superb service.
Fairmont Grand Del Mar is not just a place of luxury and natural beauty but also a vibrant community that champions growth and career advancement. The resort promotes a balanced lifestyle for its employees and constantly seeks ways to enhance the working environment. This commitment to employee development and well-being ensures that team members can thrive while delivering exceptional service that exceeds guest expectations.
The current opportunity is for a Bartender at Fairmont Grand Del Mar, offering a competitive rate of pay at $17.75 per hour. This role is essential in delivering a seamless and luxurious five-star dining experience. The Bartender’s primary responsibility lies in preparing and serving cocktails and spirits with expert knowledge, ensuring guests receive superlative food and beverage service in an elegant and welcoming setting. Attention to detail, such as setting up mise en place, stocking wines and garnishes, and maintaining cleanliness and order in the bar area, is critical to this position.
The successful candidate will be part of a dynamic team that values hospitality excellence and cultural compatibility, emphasized by a mandatory profile completion through Fairmont’s hiring partner, AssessFirst. This process ensures that candidates’ skills and personality traits align with the high standards and culture of luxury excellence that Fairmont is known for.
By joining Fairmont Grand Del Mar, a Bartender has access to numerous benefits, including an employee benefit card offering discounted rates across Accor’s global network for both the employee and their family. Learning and development programs are provided to sharpen skills, alongside opportunities for national and international career growth. The resort also encourages participation in corporate social responsibility activities, reinforcing its commitment to positive community impact.
Fairmont’s core values of respect, excellence, belonging, empowerment, and integrity guide all employees, fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace. This environment welcomes diversity and inclusion, ensuring that every team member feels valued and empowered to create unforgettable guest experiences. Working indoors in a climate-controlled and moderate environment, the Bartender will thrive in a culture that not only recognizes individual contributions but also supports collective success and outstanding service.
Job Requirements
- High school or equivalent education required
- 2 years of experience in bar or high volume bar in a similar restaurant or bar environment
- Food handlers card required
- RBS certification required
- Ability to speak, read, write and understand the primary language used in the workplace
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Basic math skills and ability to use a calculator
- Basic computer skills
- Ability to solve problems and make rational decisions
Job Qualifications
- 2 years of experience in bar or high volume bar in a similar restaurant or bar environment
- Exemplary knowledge of spirits and wine as well as food and wine pairing
- Food handlers card required
- RBS certification required
- Ability to speak, read, write and understand the primary language used in the workplace
- Ability to read and write to facilitate communication
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Basic math skills and ability to use a calculator
- Basic computer skills
- Ability to solve problems and make rational decisions
- Knowledge of restaurant operations, services and facilities
- Ability to work primarily indoors in a moderate, climate-controlled environment
- High school or equivalent education required
Job Duties
- Display a congenial appearance and is well groomed at all times
- Ensure all mise in place are setup and ready for service according to the Amaya SOP
- Assist service colleagues in completing pre-shift mise in place including complete bar setup, juices and garnishes prepped, wines by the glass fully stocked, ice stocked for night's service and additional side duties as outlined in the pre-shift duties list
- Assist guests in receiving a flawless dining experience, consistently providing exceptional food, superlative service, elegant decor and exquisite presentations
- Assist guests in finding comfortable seating, offer specialty cocktail and champagne service, describe and serve the available menu, and escort guests and their beverages to assigned tables
- Prepare and expedite cocktails and spirits selections for guests and front of house colleagues
- Assist service colleagues in breakdown and cleanup of service areas including burning ice, polishing glasses, replacing and storing by the glass selections, locking and storing liquor, cleaning and storing service trays, and maintaining a neat bar area for the next day
- Check customer identifications to confirm legal drinking age
- Comply with all food and beverage regulations
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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