Vue Bartender

**Location**:
**La Costa Resort and Spa**

Nestled among the beautiful coastal foothills of Carlsbad, CA, Omni La Costa Resort & Spa is honored as the #1 Wellness Spa by Spa magazine. Omni La Costa's acclaimed restaurants present an updated take on locally inspired cuisine and culinary delights. Steps from your door, world-class accommodations, championship golf and tennis, eight pools and more anxiously wait to welcome your arrival.

Omni La Costa associates enjoy a dynamic and exciting work environment, comprehensive training and mentoring, along with the pride that comes from working for a company with a reputation for exceptional service. We embody a culture of respect, gratitude and empowerment day in and day out. If you are a friendly, motivated person, with a passion to serve others, Omni La Costa may be your perfect match.

**Job Description**:
VUE is a lively and contemporary restaurant with an outdoor dining patio and magnificent “VUEs” of championship golf courses and lush green rolling hills. This signature restaurant features creative dishes, a unique selection of craft brews, wines and cocktail offerings. A leisurely meal the whole family will enjoy.

As a Vue Bartender, you will craft drinks for servers and guests, including specialty coffees while providing memorable service and engaging with our guests.

**Responsibilities**:

- Report for scheduled shifts on time and in the proper uniform.Maintain a professional, neat, well-groomed appearance.
- Maintain a professional, neat, well-groomed appearance.
- Greet guests with a welcoming demeanor and provide a personalized service experience by following all Omni’s “Steps of Service” protocols as detailed by management.
- Proof your station. Check for polished silverware, neatness of bar, check for linen spots, holes, and placement.
- Assist with re-setting bar according to proper table setting standards immediately upon guest departure.
- Promote food sales to guests seated at the bar and be knowledgeable about food items offered, including daily specials.
- Maintain strong and detailed knowledge of all cocktails, beers, and wine lists.
- Maximize beverage sales by suggesting trend-setting specialty cocktails.
- Sell and up-sell items to increase per person check average.
- Serve alcohol responsibly and follow company policy and procedure regarding alcohol service.
- Take the guests’ order, serve the courses/beverages accordingly, and promptly tender payment of the check. Always say thank you to guests as they leave and invite them back, using the guest's name.
- Clear bar top of non-essential plates, silverware, and glassware during every course throughout the guest meal. Bring dirty plates and glassware to side stations or return to bar appropriately.
- Utilize the point-of-sale system and run all necessary reports. Tender all checks opened in your number, and follow end-of-shift balancing and check procedures.
- Make all drinks for guests and service staff. Drinks will include alcoholic, non-alcoholic, smoothies and specialty coffees.
- Use jiggers to measure all drinks appropriately. Follow all pouring guidelines & cocktail recipe standards. Complete pour tests as needed, including demonstration of mixology techniques and acumen.
- Complete, fill, and stock requisitions to par levels with the authorization of management.
- Keep the bar fully stocked with fresh cut fruit, ice and all items on the par sheets.
- Maintain cleanliness levels according to food safety and sanitation guidelines.
- Answer the phone when needed (i.e., to-go orders). Be able to answer any guest questions or direct them to someone who can.
- Transfer opened checks for guests who are waiting to be seated in the dining room to the appropriate server.
- Work as a team with all Associates to maintain an effective, positive atmosphere to run an efficient food and beverage service.
- Be attentive and proactive in offering assistance to members and guests.
- Work safely and follow all Omni Safety and Loss Prevention standards.

Qualifications:

- One year of bartending or barista experience. Experience with both is highly preferred, preferably in an upscale dining environment.
- Ability to work with a sense of urgency and multi-task.
- Must be 21 years of age or older.
- Great communication skills - the ability to engage with guests professionally, appropriately and courteously.
- Must be able to work weekends and holidays.

Necessary Licenses/Certifications:

- RBS Certification will be required prior to the start of employment.
- Must complete CA Food Handler’s Card training provided upon hire.

Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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