Bartender - San Laurel - Conrad Los Angeles

San Laurel at Conrad Los Angeles is a premier dining venue set within the luxurious Conrad Los Angeles hotel. Located in the vibrant Downtown LA cultural corridor, Conrad Los Angeles is the city's newest luxury destination featuring over 300 elegant rooms, a world-class spa, a spacious rooftop pool deck spanning 16,000 square feet, and 12,000 square feet of versatile event space. As part of its dynamic and sophisticated food and beverage offerings, Conrad Los Angeles boasts three distinct dining experiences, including the signature restaurant San Laurel. This restaurant is a celebrated collaboration with award-winning Chef Jose Andres and his renowned restaurant group, Jose Andres Food Group. San Laurel delivers a Michelin-recognized culinary journey that brings together the vibrant flavors of Spain and the finest seasonal ingredients from California. This unique fusion creates an innovative menu showcasing refined Spanish cuisine with a fresh Californian perspective, offering guests an unforgettable and immersive dining experience. The San Laurel experience extends beyond its indoor setting to include an outdoor restaurant, lobby bar, and in-room dining services, enhancing the overall guest experience within the hotel’s luxurious environment. The Conrad Los Angeles hotel and its dining venues are known for committing to exceptional quality, sophisticated ambiance, and unparalleled service standards, making it a flagship property for Hilton's luxury brand portfolio. Hilton, as a global leader in hospitality for nearly a century, emphasizes innovation, quality, and customer-focused service designed to exceed guest expectations consistently. The hotel's culinary team benefits from an inspiring environment that fosters creativity, professionalism, and teamwork, supporting continuous personal and career growth. The hotel operates with a strong emphasis on values such as hospitality, integrity, leadership, and teamwork, ensuring a welcoming and respectful workplace for all team members.

The Bartender role at San Laurel is integral to maintaining the high standards associated with this acclaimed venue. This position is offered as an hourly role with a starting pay of $21.40, commensurate with experience and the specifics of the luxury hospitality market in Los Angeles. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing and serving beverages while ensuring outstanding guest service throughout their shifts. The role requires at least two years of bartending experience in high-end or luxury cocktail bars, with a preference for candidates who possess mixology skills and previous FORBES training. This position demands a thorough knowledge of food and beverage preparation, alcoholic beverage service, and adherence to hospitality standards and liquor laws. Manual dexterity is essential for various bartending tasks such as garnishing drinks and handling glassware, while mathematical ability is necessary for accurate cash handling, order processing, and closing out guest checks. The role also demands excellent English communication skills to interact with guests effectively and to complete necessary reporting and documentation. Physical stamina is required to work long periods standing and walking, as well as the ability to lift weights up to 40 pounds. Flexibility in scheduling, especially working weekends and holidays, is mandatory given the operation hours of the restaurant and bar. Consistent with California regulatory laws, the employee must obtain Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) and a California Food Handler Card within 30 days of hire. The Bartender will actively contribute to the smooth operation of the bar by maintaining stock levels, preparing garnishes, mixing drinks according to standard recipes, checking guest identification, responsibly monitoring alcohol consumption, and handling all financial transactions related to beverage sales. Working in such a prestigious and bustling hospitality environment provides excellent opportunities for skill development, career advancement, and participation in an innovative hospitality culture dedicated to quality and guest satisfaction.