Lead Bartender

Salinas, CA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Hourly

Compensation

Hourly

Range $19.00 - $22.00

Work Schedule

Rotating Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Career development opportunities

sick leave

flexible scheduling

Job Description

This job opportunity is with a well-established hospitality entity specializing in food and beverage operations within a restaurant and banquet setting. The organization prides itself on delivering exceptional guest experiences while adhering to high standards of service and quality. Renowned for its commitment to customer satisfaction, sustainability practices, and an inclusive support culture for its staff, this establishment offers dynamic career paths in the hospitality industry including progression from Beverage or Restaurant Supervisor to Restaurant Manager and eventually Food and Beverage Manager roles. The company emphasizes a safe, engaging work environment that aligns with its core values of People Are Our Capability, Hearts That Serve, Only Excellence, Stay Nimble, and Own It.

The role in focus is for a supervisory position overseeing daily operations of food and beverage outlets. This position requires hands-on management skills to control food quality, customer service excellence, and associate performance. The responsibilities extend to directing associate schedules, ensuring compliance with state and federal alcohol service laws, supervising inventory and supplies, and maintaining sanitation standards. The compensation for this role is competitive, ranging from $19.00 to $22.00 per hour, indicative of the critical leadership function and expertise required.

In this role, the supervisor acts as the frontline leader who interacts regularly with guests to gauge satisfaction and facilitate improvements in service quality. The position demands a comprehensive understanding of bar services, liquor inventory controls, and food service logistics, alongside strong interpersonal and organizational skills. It also involves ensuring all equipment is functional and communicating effectively with maintenance for necessary repairs. Candidates must uphold safety standards including OSHA regulations and follow sustainability initiatives to support the company’s EarthView environmental program. This multifaceted role suits individuals eager to grow their careers in hospitality management by combining operational excellence with customer-centric leadership.

Job Requirements

Minimum one year of experience in supervisory role in a restaurant or banquet setting
Food service background at the server level required
Knowledge of bar service and liquor inventory controls required
Ability to work varied shifts, including holidays and weekends
Physical ability to stand for extended periods
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Commitment to safety standards
Strong communication skills
Must be able to comply with State, Federal and Corporate alcohol service laws

Job Qualifications

Minimum one year of experience in supervisory role in a restaurant or banquet setting
Food service background at the server level
Knowledge of bar service and liquor inventory controls
Ability to supervise and lead a team effectively
Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
Knowledge of sanitation and safety standards
Ability to work varied shifts including holidays and weekends
Physical ability to stand for extended periods and perform lifting up to 50 pounds
Familiarity with company core values and commitment to guest satisfaction

Job Duties

Slice and pit fruit for garnishing drinks
Check identification of customers to verify age requirements for purchase of alcohol
Prepare and serve drink and/or food orders
Take orders, and serve and clear food and beverage to guests seated at tables in bar and lounge areas
Issue guest check and complete payment process
Follow standards for identifying and managing intoxicated guests
Complete beverage requisitions to maintain par levels as needed
Complete required side work prior to shift end
Be aware of guest satisfaction scores and work toward increasing departmental and overall guest satisfaction
Interview, select, train, schedule, coach and support associates ensuring they perform in accordance with established brand or hotel standards and consistent with HHM core values
Monitor product quality and guest satisfaction in food and beverage outlets and services ensuring food quality is consistent, appealing, and prepared to guest specifications
Ensure the restaurant and other F&B services comply with sanitation and safety standards for guests and associates
Interact with guests to obtain feedback on quality of service and food in outlet
Perform service functions during periods of high volume or staffing shortages
Assist with maintaining proper par levels and inventories of food and beverage supplies such as linen, glassware, silverware, china, condiments
Ensure staff abides by all State, Federal and Corporate requirements pertaining to serving alcoholic beverages
Ensure all equipment is in working order, report malfunctions and follow up on repairs
Follow sustainability guidelines and practices related to HHM's EarthView program
Practice safe work habits, wear protective safety equipment and follow MSDS and OSHA standards
Perform other duties as requested by management