Pool Bartender (Seasonal) - Regent Santa Monica Beach

About Us:

Regent Santa Monica Beach, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ luxury and lifestyle portfolio, presents a new era of indulgence offering 167 opulent guest rooms and suites. Introduced at a generous 720 square feet, rooms feature spa-like and luxurious bathrooms complete with a soaking tub, walk-in rain shower, double vanity and Perricone MD products, alongside thoughtful mementos through distinct Regent hallmarks. 

Poised along a coveted coastline overlooking the Pacific Ocean, the resort celebrates the allure of unexpected harmony through contrasts, delivering inspired stays with a seamless blend of timeless elegance and modern luxury. Regent Santa Monica Beach is home to four dining destinations, each offering unique epicurean discoveries. Orla and Orla Bar by James Beard Award-winning chef Michael Mina brings the peerless charm and boundless flavor of the Mediterranean to Southern California, while the poolside Azure Bar presents elevated poolside dining and creative cocktails. Sweet July Café debuts in collaboration with Ayesha Curry with exclusive menu items and a curated selection of beloved coffee and tea beverages. The beachfront oasis also boasts a 10,000 square feet Guerlain Wellness spa, outdoor pool (Azure Pool), The Regent Boutique, and state-of-the-art Fitness Center. The opening of Regent Santa Monica Beach marks a historic return of the brand to Los Angeles and represents the Americas flagship. For more information visit RegentSantaMonicaBeach.com

Job Summary:
As a Seasonal Pool Bartender, you'll uphold Regent's luxury standards by assisting servers with tasks such as serving beverages, taking orders, and explaining menu items. You'll help stock supplies, assist the bartender with ice and restocking, and work with the kitchen to ensure accurate food orders. Additionally, you'll greet and seat guests, maintain cleanliness and organization at the pool, and adjust chaise loungers and umbrellas as needed. Your role requires excellent hospitality skills, teamwork, clear communication, and a focus on quality service.

A little bit about your day:

Reporting to the Outlets Manager, every day is different, but you’ll mostly:

• Promote Regent’s service philosophy and style through our people attributes. 
• Understand and perform job duties to the expectations of Regent Santa Monica Beach 
• Perform all side work applicable to assigned station.  
• Participate in Pre-Shift meetings and learn new menu items. 
• Update the team during pre-shift about drink specials and items that are running low or changes to the menu 
• Welcome all guests and ensure they receive responsive, professional and gracious service. 
• Answer any questions about the menu, specific food items, the wine list or any other inquiries the guest may have. 
• Liaise with server and pool attendants to always ensure communication about wants and needs of guests. 
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with a focus on delivering impeccable guest service    
• Is knowledgeable on all activities happening at the pool and the hotel 
• Assists the Pool attendants with daily delivery of surprise and delights to guests 
• Always maintains a clean and well stocked bar 
• Responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of all bar menus. 
• Fully understand and comply with all federal, state, county and municipal regulations that pertain to health, safety and labor requirements of the restaurant employees and guests. 

What we need from you: 

• Minimum 2 years of fine dining mixology experience, within a luxury hotel bar experience a plus.
• Extensive Food and Wine Knowledge.
• Must be minimum age to serve alcohol.
• Must be able to speak, read, write and understand the primary language(s) used in the workplace.
• Knowledge of appropriate table settings and service ware.
• Must be able to exert well-paced ability in limited space.
• Able to stand for long periods and move about the property.
• Carrying or lifting items weighing more than 50 pounds.  
• Ability to stand, stoop, and bend repetitively.
• Flexible schedule, able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
• This position necessitates participation in a pooled tip system, where you contribute to tipping out the support staff and other essential colleagues.

What you can expect from us: 

The hourly pay rate for this role is $16.90 to $21.40, plus tips. This rate is only applicable for jobs to be performed at Regent Santa Monica Beach. 

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