Bartender (PT) (AM/PM) ("Cantinero/a")

LOCATION

The Grill at Torrey Pines
Located at The Lodge at Torrey Pines in La Jolla, The Grill embraces the nostalgia of cooking over an open fire. Guests can savor the smoky flavors of dishes from the restaurant’s custom-built wood-burning rotisserie and cozy up for a leisurely meal complete with sweeping views of the iconic Torrey Pines Golf Course. The Grill's welcoming ambiance and exceptional service promise a memorable experience for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. 

The Lodge at Torrey Pines is owned by Evans Hotels, LLC, a family-owned and operated business committed to supporting and enhancing employee well-being through a variety of programs that nurture our staff professionally and personally. We offer hands-on manager and leadership training, employee appreciation days, and staff awards and recognition. Our team is also dedicated to serving our community through initiatives like company-wide beach clean-ups and volunteer opportunities.

SUMMARY
The Bartender ("Cantinero/a") serves each guest with the highest standard of professionalism, courtesy and enthusiasm to make the guest's day/evening enjoyable. Serves beverages to patrons seated at the bar and to cocktail servers servicing the lounge.

PAY & PERKS

• Compensation: $17.25**
• Earn $1000 for Culinary, Engineering, Housekeeping, and $350 for all other roles. for each hired referral at any Evans Hotels property.
• Discounted Hotel Rooms for you, family and friends.
• Free Employee Parking and/or discounted MTS Pronto card.
• Free Meals & Refreshments during working shifts.
• Career advancement opportunities!
• Health (including SIMNSA), Dental, Vision, 401k with match, life insurance, sick and vacation time.
• Discounts on cell phone bills, shoes, gym memberships, and more!

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Mix and correctly serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks to patrons of the restaurant and bar, following standard recipes and techniques.
• Maintain current knowledge of ingredients, such as liquor, wine, and other items.
• Solicit, promote and serve drinks in an efficient and courteous fashion with a smile.
• Stock and set up of bar equipment and station according to department standards.
• Verify patrons ID, as required.
• Performs additional duties and responsibilities as directed by the leadership team.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 1-2 years of relevant experience and/or training.
• A combination of experience, education, and/or training may be substituted for either requirement.
• Previous similar position in a hotel, or similar business entity preferred.
• Ability to always maintain a friendly, professional, team-oriented, positive demeanor and diplomatic attitude, especially under stress or challenges.
• Must be able to attain a valid San Diego County Food Handler certification upon hire. Evans Hotels will provide this training and is to be completed at the company’s expense.
• RBS Certification required.
• Availability to work on weekends and holidays is required.
• Ability to stand, kneel, squat for prolonged periods of time, up to and including, the entire shift and lift up to 25 lbs.
• The following position will be filled in accordance with the process set forth in California Labor Code Section 2810.8 and San Diego Municipal Code 311.0101 et. seq.

**The pay scale posted is the salary or hourly wage range that the employer reasonably expects to pay for the position during the first year of employment. The posted range does NOT include potential additional types of compensation, such as gratuities, service charges, commissions, or bonuses. Actual compensation offered may fluctuate based on qualifications and/or experience.