Lead Bartender ("Lider de Cantineros/as")

Azul Hospitality is a distinguished hospitality company specializing in providing exceptional hotel and food and beverage experiences. Known for its commitment to quality, superior service, and guest satisfaction, Azul Hospitality operates a variety of upscale hotels and restaurants where the focus remains on delivering memorable and high-end hospitality services. The company prides itself on its culture of excellence, promoting a welcoming and professional environment for both its guests and employees, while maintaining strict standards on cleanliness, safety, and operational efficiency. As part of Azul Hospitality, employees are expected to uphold these values through consistent performance and dedication to their roles. Joining Azul Hospitality offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic and fast-paced industry, with a strong emphasis on teamwork, leadership, and personal development.

The Lead Bartender position plays a pivotal role within the food and beverage team, tasked with providing friendly, courteous, and efficient service to all guests while ensuring quality presentation of drinks. A critical leadership role, the Lead Bartender supervises the beverage staff during shifts and supports senior management including the Director of Food & Beverage, Executive Chef, and Food & Beverage Manager. This role demands a passion for mixology, precision in preparing high-quality cocktails, and a dedication to enhancing the guest experience through expert service and product knowledge. Responsibilities include crafting cocktails using classical mixology techniques, assisting in the development and management of craft spirit, wine, and beer programs, and creating menus that appeal to a diverse customer base. The Lead Bartender also takes charge of training and mentoring the bartending team, driving compliance with alcohol beverage control laws, and ensuring cleanliness and safety standards are rigorously upheld.

This position requires a blend of creativity, operational expertise, and leadership capability to successfully manage inventory, reduce beverage costs, and maintain high margin programs. The Lead Bartender is instrumental in vendor relationship building, ensuring the bar stocks the latest and highest quality products. They play a significant role in maintaining accurate inventory, handling cash and transactions accurately, and ensuring proper operational function of bar equipment and inventory security. Physical demands include the ability to work under varying temperature conditions, stand for extended periods, and manage equipment weighing up to 250 pounds. Strong communication skills, proficiency in POS systems, and an understanding of computer applications including Windows OS and MS Office are essential.

Educationally, a high school diploma or equivalent is required, with three years of high-volume bar or food service experience preferred. Supervisory experience and knowledge of micros systems are advantageous. The candidate must be at least 21 years old and hold current Safe Server Alcohol & Food Handlers certifications. This role requires a neat, professional appearance according to Azul Hospitality grooming standards and demands regular attendance and punctuality as part of Azul Hospitality's commitment to operational excellence. Ultimately, the Lead Bartender contributes significantly to the overall guest experience, operational efficiency, team cohesion, and the continued success of Azul Hospitality’s food and beverage service offerings through their expertise, leadership, and commitment to excellence.