Benefits:

Employee discounts

Bartender

Stag Bar & Kitchen, located at the iconic Newport Beach Pier, is seeking skilled and passionate bartenders with proven high-volume experience to join our fast-paced team. We’re looking for individuals who thrive under pressure, take pride in their craft, and are dedicated to delivering exceptional guest experiences every time.

Ideal candidates will have a deep appreciation for craft cocktails, excellent interpersonal skills, and a natural ability to connect with guests. You should be organized, calm under pressure, and genuinely friendly, with a strong commitment to enlightened hospitality—going above and beyond to turn every interaction into a reason for guests to return.

Weekend availability is a must. If you bring the energy, skill, and passion to make magic behind the bar, we’d love to meet you.

Responsibilities:

Craft and serve a wide variety of beverages, including cocktails, beer, wine, and non-alcoholic drinks with speed, accuracy, and consistency, while maintaining expert knowledge of the bar menu and its offerings.

Provide exceptional, personalized guest service by engaging in a friendly, professional manner, ensuring each guest feels welcomed and valued to create memorable experiences and foster guest loyalty.

Monitor guest behavior and alcohol consumption to ensure responsible service in compliance with local laws and company policies.

Maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked bar, including prepping ingredients, restocking supplies, and adhering to all health and safety standards.

Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth service and support a positive, energetic environment across the bar and floor.

Efficiently process orders and payments using the POS system, ensuring accuracy in transactions and handling of cash/credit.

Proactively address and resolve guest concerns in a professional manner, escalating issues to management when needed.

Uphold venue standards for professionalism, appearance, and hospitality, contributing to a high-quality guest experience from start to finish.

Qualifications:

Must be over 21 years old

Possess a minimum of 3+ years bartending in high volume setting

Strong knowledge of craft cocktails, beer, wine, and be familiar with standard drink recipes

Must have or be able to obtain Alcohol Beverage Control Responsible Beverage Service Training certification

Must have or be able to obtain a CA Food Handlers Certificate

Must be able to suggestively sell food and beverage items.

Ability to handle money and give correct change.

Able to work in a fast-paced environment

Complete our short application today!