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Pool Bar Bartender/Server

2/19/2026

The bartender/server is responsible for courteously and efficiently taking orders, preparing, and serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and meals to guests while assisting with pool area maintenance. Essential functions include anticipating guest needs, providing prompt service, accurately settling checks, and maintaining cleanliness of service areas.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

201-500 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

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

Courteously, enthusiastically, and efficiently takes orders, prepares and serves alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and meals to guests in accordance with existing steps of service. Assist in maintenance of pool area’s and equipment. Greet guests and refresh guest towels, amenities as necessary. Maintain and improve check averages to ensure the financial success of the operation.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Anticipate guests’ needs, respond promptly and acknowledge all guests.
  • Prepare and serve alcoholic & non-alcoholic beverages
  • Provide prompt, efficient and gracious service to guests, including artfully describing menu items, taking food and beverage orders and correct use of the point of sale computer system, ensuring timely service.
  • Correctly settles all guest checks in accordance with the cash and payment handling policies.
  • 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.
  • Participate in and supports hotel efforts towards community service, sustainability and environmental initiatives.
  • Perform other duties as directed, developed or assigned.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

  • Must be a minimum of 21 years of age.
  • 6 – 12 months current experience as a bartender in a resort environment.
  • Ability to satisfactorily communicate in English with guests, management and co-workers to their understanding
  • Valid San Diego County Food Handlers Card and Responsible Beverage serving certification.

Desirable

  • 6 months experience as barback
  • Previous Culinary experience
  • High school graduate or GED-equivalent.
  • Certification of previous training in liquor, wine and food service.
  • Certification in CPR.

SKILLS

Required

  • Ability to anticipate and understand guests’ needs.
  • Ability to move quickly and safely through workspace.
  • Ability to focus attention on service details.
  • Ability to follow directions thoroughly.
  • Ability to work cohesively with co-workers as part of a team.

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 the telephone and/or two-way radio, respond to general public and converse with staff. Ability to hear fire alarms and emergency equipment.
Key Skills
Beverage PreparationGuest ServiceOrder TakingPoint of Sale SystemsCash HandlingSanitationTeamworkCommunicationAnticipationSafety Compliance
Categories
HospitalityFood & BeverageCustomer Service & Support
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