JOB DETAILS
Banquets Bartender: Casual
CompanyRancho Valencia Resort & Spa
LocationRancho Santa Fe
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMay 25, 2026

About The Company
Tucked away on 45 lush acres in Rancho Santa Fe, California, the timeless Rancho Valencia is a Mediterranean sanctuary far from the ordinary, combining gracious hospitality and inspired luxury. An all-suite Relais & Châteaux property hand-selected by U.S. News & World Report the #1 resort in California (2021) this world-class destination offers 49 luxuriously appointed casitas with private patios, stunning three bedroom villas, rejuvenating spa treatments, a wellness-oriented fitness program, two distinctive restaurants, a world-renowned tennis program and more.
In recent years, Rancho Valencia has been honored with the AAA Five Diamond Award and the Forbes Five-Star Award (2020, 2019,2018, 2017, 2016, 2015), and has enjoyed placement on the Condé Nast Traveler Gold List (2015). The resort has also received the Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Award twice (2016, 2015) as well as multiple Travel + Leisure World's Best Awards and nominations including #1 in Southern California.
About the Role
Description
SUMMARY
The primary function of a bartender is to provide timely, accurate and friendly service while preparing the highest quality cocktails to our guests. The bartender serves beverages in a professional manner, provides sincere service through actions that display self-confidence, grace and courtesy.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Have working knowledge of beer, wine and liquor and common drink recipes.
- Set-up bar including all liquor, mixers, ice, garnishes, glassware and supplies.
- Prepare and serves beverages in a prompt and professional manner in accordance with established standards and responsible alcohol service.
- Greets quests pleasantly as they approach the banquet bar.
- Adheres to established pouring standards and drink recipes to provide a consistent product to the guests and to control costs.
- Monitor and maintain cleanliness, sanitation and organization of all service areas in accordance with departmental procedures.
- Work quickly and safely at all times.
- Maintain and comply with all departmental policies/service procedures.
- Maintain positive guest relations at all times.
- Be familiar with hotel services/features and local attractions/activities to respond to guest inquiries accurately.
- Actively participates in Safety Programs and abides by all injury reporting and safety behavior requirements.
- Participates in and supports hotel efforts towards community service, sustainability and environmental initiatives.
- Perform other duties as directed, developed or assigned.
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS
Required
- Minimum of 3 years Bartender experience in a 4 or 5 star resort environment.
- Cash handling and point of sale experience. (Micros preferred).
- TIPS certification.
- Valid San Diego County Food Handlers Card.
- Strong knowledge and Enforcement of ABC laws.
- Must be a minimum of 21 years of age.
- Ability to communicate in English with vendors, guests and staff, to their understanding.
Desirable
- Experience specifically in a AAA, Mobil, Relais & Chateaux or other highly rated
- Ability to communicate in other languages
- Certification in CPR
- Ability to work independently
SKILLS
Required
- Wine knowledge.
- Previous culinary experience.
- High school graduate or GED- equivalent.
- Certification of previous training in liquor, wine and food service.
- Ability to focus attention on service details.
Desirable
- Ability to anticipate and understand guests’ needs.
- Ability to move quickly and safely through workspace.
- Ability to work cohesively with co-workers as part of a team.
- Ability to follow directions thoroughly.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Frequent or occasional need to perform the following physical activities: reaching, bending, pushing, pulling, twisting, lifting, and climbing. Have frequent need to perform standing and walking activities related to inspecting property.
- Constant need to perform the following physical activities: grasping, turning, finger dexterity.
- Frequent need to stand for long periods of time.
- Lifting/carrying up to 25 lbs. frequently and 40 lbs. occasionally.
- Vision requirements: constant need to view small print. Frequent need to see small details and things clearly beyond arms’ reach.
- Hearing requirements: constant need to speak on telephone and/or two-way radio, respond to general public and converse with staff. Ability to hear fire alarms and emergency equipment.
Key Skills
MixologyWine KnowledgeCash HandlingPoint Of SaleCustomer ServiceAlcohol SafetySanitationInventory ManagementCommunicationTeamwork
Categories
Food & BeverageHospitalityCustomer Service & Support
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
Provide high-quality cocktail and beverage service to banquet guests while maintaining professional standards of grace and courtesy. Responsible for bar set-up, maintaining cleanliness, and adhering to pouring standards to control costs.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
2-5
💼Company Size
254
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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