Bartender

Napa Valley is admired the world over for a lifestyle grounded in agriculture, viticulture, cuisine and the art of hospitality. The mild climate and natural beauty of our region make it a desirable place to be all year round. Each season brings new opportunities to plant, grow and reap a harvest, whether grapes, produce or flowers. No matter the season, the bounty harvested from our vineyards, orchards and gardens is cause of celebration, preferably in the form of a meal with family, friends, and guests that will become friends.Food and Beverage at Meadowood is the heart and soul of the guest experience and are the benchmarks of the quality for our property. Leaders of the Food & Beverage team are consummate professionals in all areas of service and experts in the areas of wine and the art of hospitality. They are superior teachers and role models. Meadowood cuisine is created to showcase Napa Valley wines. It is fresh, beautiful, healthy and delicious and inspired by the bounty of estate-grown and regional ingredients.All members of the Food & Beverage staff at Meadowood are professionals in their specific area of service, students of wine and the art of hospitality and are passionate about learning. They come to Meadowood to work in their profession at the highest level for which they are trained and to continue their evolution as culinary and wine service professionals.Job DescriptionAccomplished, professional Bartender preferably with Relais & Chateau and/or Forbes 5-Star experience.Craft and prepare cocktails with precision, creativity, and consistency while maintaining the highest standards of quality and presentationMaintain comprehensive knowledge of spirits, wines, craft beers, and non-alcoholic beverages to provide expert recommendations to guestsDeliver exceptional customer service and hospitality, creating memorable experiences for all patronsManage bar inventory, monitor stock levels, and coordinate ordering with management to ensure optimal product availabilityEnsure strict compliance with health, safety, and liquor licensing regulations at all timesDevelop and present signature cocktails and seasonal beverage menus that reflect the establishment's brand and culinary visionMaintain impeccable bar presentation, cleanliness, and organization to uphold luxury hospitality standardsProcess cash and electronic payments accurately while reconciling bar sales at the end of each shiftTrain, mentor, and supervise junior bartending staff to ensure consistent service excellenceCollaborate seamlessly with kitchen, service, and management teams to optimize guest satisfaction and operational efficiencyQualificationsAbility to bartend in our restaurant Forum, our special events venues and at our pool bars.Additional InformationAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.