Bar Production Associate

Rosewood Miramar Beach is a prestigious luxury resort nestled on the breathtaking shores of Montecito, California. Renowned as one of only 15 properties in the world to hold the distinguished Forbes Five-Star designation, this 16-acre estate exemplifies sophistication, comfort, and exclusivity. The resort features 153 ultra-luxury guest rooms and suites, including beachfront accommodations, signature suites, and multi-bedroom bungalows. Guests can indulge in world-class amenities such as the Forbes Five-Star Sense, A Rosewood Spa, a cutting-edge fitness studio, two cabana-lined pools, and bespoke beach service on the pristine sands of Miramar Beach. The property also boasts six distinct dining venues, ranging from a MICHELIN one-star and MICHELIN green star oceanfront restaurant to a traditional Japanese Edomae sushi experience, an al fresco beach bar, a sophisticated cocktail lounge, casual all-day dining options, poolside dining, and an ice cream shop serving classic American fare. The resort is also a sought-after location for events, offering expansive indoor and outdoor spaces, including the majestic Chandelier Ballroom and scenic Great Lawn overlooking the ocean.

The Bar Production Associate role at Rosewood Miramar Beach is a vital position within the Food & Beverage Services department, tasked with the centralized preparation of cocktail ingredients, batching, and beverage components that support all bar programs across the resort. Working closely with the Director of Bars and outlet leadership teams, the associate ensures that cocktail ingredients, garnishes, and batched preparations adhere to strict recipe standards, cost controls, and production schedules. This centralization provides bartenders the opportunity to focus on guest engagement and exceptional service delivery, maintaining the integrity of the resort's renowned mixology program.

The ideal candidate for this part-time role is detail-oriented, highly organized, and passionate about the hospitality industry. They possess a strong respect for cleanliness, safety, and the precision required for quality beverage production. Key responsibilities include juicing citrus and fruit for multiple outlets, preparing syrups, cordials, infusions, tinctures, shrubs, and other cocktail components, batching cocktails following established formulas, and preparing garnishes with impeccable presentation. The associate also supports beverage preparation for special programming and guest amenities, maintains labeling and storage standards, and ensures consistency in flavor and recipe execution across all produced items.

Additional responsibilities include safeguarding recipe integrity across all beverage programs, collaborating with the Director of Bars to ensure uniformity in ingredients and production methods, assisting with new cocktail program implementations, and maintaining operational readiness and cleanliness in the Mixology Lab and prep areas. The associate plays a critical role in inventory management and waste minimization through accurate yield tracking and portion control.

Candidates must have a High School Diploma or equivalent, a current Food Handler's card, and TIPS certification. While previous experience in food and beverage preparation or production environments is preferred, it is not mandatory. The position requires candidates to be at least 21 years old to serve alcoholic beverages. Physical demands include standing, walking, bending, lifting of up to 25 pounds frequently and occasionally up to 50 pounds, and working in varying environmental conditions. This role offers foundational experience in beverage operations and mixology techniques, providing potential growth opportunities into bartending and beverage leadership within the Food & Beverage division. The pay range is between $23 and $25 per hour, reflecting competitive compensation for skilled hospitality roles.