SEASONAL BARTENDER (PART-TIME) – CUTWATER

Dreaming big is in our DNA. It’s who we are as a company. It’s our culture. It’s our heritage. And more than ever, it’s our future. A future where we’re always looking forward. Always serving up new ways to meet life’s moments. A future where we keep dreaming bigger. We look for people with passion, talent, and curiosity, and provide them with the teammates, resources and opportunities to unleash their full potential. The power we create together – when we combine your strengths with ours – is unstoppable. Are you ready to join a team that dreams as big as you do?

SALARY: $18.00/hr + Tips

SCHEDULE: Part-Time, 3 days of availability (including nights and weekends) required

TEMP/SEASONAL: Season Ends 12/30/26

WORK LOCATION: San Diego, CA (Miramar) 

COMPANY:  At Cutwater Spirits, we are explorers, charting the course with adventure in mind. We meticulously distill our award-winning portfolio of spirits including whiskeys, vodka, gin, rums, tequilas and liqueurs and incorporate them into our canned lineup. We believe our people are our greatest asset, and we’re looking for passionate people like you to join our journey of working hard while having fun.  Are you ready to join our dauntless crew here in San Diego and beyond?

ROLE SUMMARY: The Seasonal Bartender performs daily bar operations and maintains established operating procedures to provide the highest level of customer services while creating a positive environment and experience for guests. They multitask and manage a fast-paced work flow while taking orders and preparing classic and innovative beverages. They continue to engage with guests to ensure they’re happy with their experience. This position works under the direction of the Tasting Room Bar Manager.   

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Consistently deliver excellent customer service by taking orders, preparing them efficiently, and building a rapport with clientele. 

• Create authentic, custom guest experiences through a high level of attention to detail and service. 

• Enter orders to POS system correctly and process payments. 

• Handle card and cash transactions, ensuring that all funds in the cash drawer are accurate and accounted for at the end of the shift. 

• Keep an eye on patron intoxication levels, respond appropriately and alert management. 

• Identify customer issues, and work with management when needed to resolve promptly while maintaining a safe and positive environment. 

• Unpack deliveries and stock bar. Change beer kegs. 

• Maintain a high level of cleanliness and organization in the bar, service stations, storage areas, prep stations, and all other work stations assigned. 

• Support the bar team by juicing, stocking, prepping, rotating kegs, products and flatware when needed. 

• Display genuine enthusiasm for the brand, products and company mission. 

• Offer knowledgeable recommendations based on customer questions and assessment of customer needs and preferences. 

• Check customer identification in compliance with law and Tasting Room standards. 

• Perform all opening and closing tasks are completed daily.  

• Manage multiple tasks including fulfilling the duties as a busser, food runner and server. 

• Embraces and fulfills the core values and culture of Cutwater Spirits. 

• Other duties as requested 

• Great communication skills.  

• Outgoing personality. 

• Ability to manage responsibilities in a high-demand, fast-paced working environment. 

• Ability to problem-solve and deal with unique customer situations. 

• Ability to follow oral and written instructions. 

• Ability to communicate effectively. 

• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends.   

• Good time management skills; Can manage and complete priorities and workflow, and be detail-oriented. 

• Ability to multi-task. 

• Are able to follow detailed recipes and instruction. 

• Must be at least 21 years of age. 

• Knowledge of spirits, beer, wine, and classic cocktails. 

• Possess basic math skills and have the ability to handle money and operate a cash register/POS. 

• Must have reliable transportation and be punctual. 

JOB QUALIFICATIONS: 

• High school diploma or equivalent required. 

• Two or more years working in the food service industry required. 

• Two or more years of cocktail-heavy bartending experience preferred.   

• Must obtain food handler’s certificate and RABS (within first 30 days of employment). 

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BENEFITS:

• 401(k) Retirement Savings options with a company matching contribution

• Chance to work in a fast-paced environment among a team of passionate team members that think and act like owners!

• Great Perks including product samples!