Lobby Lounge Bartender

Breathe deeply, dream wildly, and discover a soulful sanctuary where finding yourself comes naturally. Magic sits around every corner and within every conversation. It enchants through the charm of Los Peñasquitos Canyon and the sunshine of San Diego. It’s where classic meets cool, the fine unwinds into fun and inspiration leads to immersion. 

Bask in the San Diego sunshine and enjoy our five-star setting at Fairmont Grand Del Mar. Immersed in nature, the resort hosts 249 elegantly appointed guestrooms and suites, an 18-hole private Tom Fazio-designed golf course, a five-star spa and offers two dozen weekly outdoor activities across the 400 acres of dramatic canyon scenery including yoga, meditation and archery. The Grand includes six different dining venues, including San Diego’s only three-Michelin starred restaurant, Addison.  

Growth and advancement are not only accessible but actively encouraged. We promote a balanced life for our colleagues and continually seek new ways to enhance our environment and support our beautiful home of San Diego. 

What is in it for you:

• Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide for you and your family
• Learning programs through our Academies designed to sharpen your skills
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities
• Career development opportunities with national and international promotion opportunities. The sky is your limit.
• Hourly Rate: $17.25/hour USD 

Prepare and service beverages for servers and guests in a speedy, efficient, friendly, and professional manner. 

Responsibilities: 

See guests from start to finish through a five star dining experience including all knowledge and service of food, wine and spirits.   

Job responsibilities include; although are not limited to: 

• Display a congenial appearance and is well groomed at all times. 
• Ensure all mise en place are setup and ready for service according to the Lobby Lounge SOP.  
• Assist service colleagues in completing pre-shift mise en 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.  
• It is the Bartender's position to assist the guest’s in finding a comfortable seating area prior to sitting at their table, offer specialty cocktail and champagne service, describe and serve the menu available and escort guests and their beverages to assigned tables.  
• The Bartender is also responsible for preparing cocktails for diners in the main dining room as well as any private functions.  
• Their main job responsibilities are to prepare and expedite cocktails and spirits selections to the guests and front of house colleagues.    
• Assist service colleagues in breakdown and cleanup of service areas; i.e. all ice burned and all glasses polished, by the glass selections replaced and stored, liquor locked and stored, all bar items placed in storage areas, service trays cleaned and stored, bar area neat and tidy for next day's service. 
• Check customer identifications to confirm legal drinking age. 
• Comply with all food and beverage regulations. 

• Bartenders should have an exemplary knowledge of spirits and wine as well as food and wine pairing.  
• Food Handlers Card required. 
• Must be able to speak, read, write and understand the primary language(s) used in the workplace. 
• Must be able to read and write to facilitate the communication process.    
• Requires good communication skills, both verbal and written 
• Must possess basic math skills and the ability to use a calculator.    
• Must possess basic computer skills.           
• Ability to solve problems and make rational decisions. 
• Knowledge of Restaurant operations, its services, and facilities.  
• Most work tasks are performed indoors.  Temperature generally is moderate and controlled by Restaurant environmental systems. 
• 2 years of experience in bar or high volume bar in a similar restaurant/bar environment. 
• High school or equivalent education required.   

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: We are an inclusive company, and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent. Fairmont Grand Del Mar is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. EOE/M/F/D/V

Why work for Accor? We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor’s limitless possibilities. By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality. Discover the life that awaits you at Accor, visit https://careers.accor.com/

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