Bartender

The Hillsboro Club, an exclusive oceanfront private residence club in South Florida, is seeking an experienced Bartender to provide an excellent drinking experience for our members at our gorgeous property. As a Bartender, you will be responsible for creating and serving a wide variety of drinks to our valued members, providing exceptional service, and maintaining a clean and organized bar area. This is a fast-paced, customer service-oriented position that requires excellent communication skills and a passion for the hospitality and restaurant industry.

The Club operates 24 hours a day and 7 days a week. The ideal candidate for this role must have an open availability and flexibility to work work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays based on Club operational needs.

This is a seasonal, full-time opportunity offering competitive pay, paid biweekly. In addition to competitive compensation, our eligible employees have access to health insurance and other benefits. We also provide opportunities for career growth and advancement within the company.

General Requirements

• Prepare alcohol or non-alcohol beverages for bar and restaurant patrons.
• Interact with customers, take orders and serve snacks and drinks.
• Assess customers’ needs and preferences and make recommendations.
• Mix ingredients to prepare cocktails.
• Restock and replenish bar inventory and supplies.
• Stay guest focused and nurture an excellent guest experience.
• Comply with all food and beverage regulations.
• Maintain a friendly, professional and approachable demeanor when interacting with coworkers, club members and guests.
• Communicate effectively and engage in respectful and friendly conversations with club members and guests.
• Must be able to lift and carry items weighing more than 20 pounds as needed.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in a high-end or upscale restaurant or hospitality setting.
• Strong knowledge of cocktails, wines, and other beverages.
• Ability to multitask and remain calm in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail and the ability to maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Must have open availability and flexibility to work mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays based on Club operational needs.
• Must be at least 21 years of age and hold a valid bartending license in the state of Florida.

Our Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance for Short Term Disability, AD&D, and More
• 401k Retirement Plan Plus Company Match
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Meals Provided
• Jury Duty Leave
• Bereavement Pay
• Direct Deposit

Who we are:

Hillsboro Club Video

Founded in 1925, The Hillsboro Club is a private residence club for members and their guests in South Florida. Encompassed by the Atlantic Ocean and the inland waterway of Lighthouse Point, the Club is set on 15 acres of beautiful tropical landscaping with more than 1,000 feet of private sandy beach. The Club offers 144 Florida-style rooms and suites with balconies and varying views from oceanfront to garden and inland waterway.

The Hillsboro Club is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity and maintains a drug-free workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Job Tasks/Duties

• Prepares and serves drinks to members and guests in a timely manner so that the highest standards of customer service are met.

• Rings up orders and gives accurate receipt to member for signature.

• Maintains proper inventory levels of bar stock and requisitions liquor, beer, wine, mixers, and miscellaneous supplies.

• Maintains bar sanitation procedures to meet Health Department regulations.

• Stocks appropriate glassware for all shifts and notifies bar management of shortages.

• Performs all bar opening and closing duties including side work to ensure operational efficiency.

• Assists with the setup of the happy hour buffet when necessary.

• Assists with taking cocktail orders on the floor if necessary.

• Handles member complaints and issues.

• On occasion, may have to taste (taste is defined as sampling a small portion of an item) a member's alcoholic beverage in response to a member complaint regarding the beverage.

• Communicates with members, co-workers, management, and the general public in a courteous and professional manner.

• Conforms with and abides by all regulations, policies, work procedures and instructions.

• Exhibits and maintains a professional demeanor to reflect a positive image of Hillsboro Club

• Prepares and serves drinks to members and guests in a timely manner so that the highest standards of customer service are met.

• Maintains proper inventory levels of bar stock and requisitions liquor, beer, wine, mixers and miscellaneous supplies.

• Conforms with and abides by all regulations, policies, work procedures and instructions.

• Exhibits and maintains a professional demeanor to reflect a positive image of Hillsboro Club.

• Performs other duties as assigned by the Bar Supervisor or Dining Room Supervisor.

Licenses and Special Requirements

• Alcohol beverage certification.
• Food safety certification.
• Of legal age to prepare and serve alcoholic beverages.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Required to stand for long periods and walk, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, stretch and twist or reach.
• Push, pull or lift up to 50 pounds.
• Continuous repetitive motions.
• Work in hot, humid, and noisy environment.