Join the Sandbourne Santa Monica Team
Sandbourne Santa Monica is a design-forward retreat where hospitality is elevated to an art form. Every detail - from our thoughtfully curated interiors to the personalized service we provide - creates a seamless and memorable experience for our guests. We believe in setting the standard for excellence, ensuring each guest receives the highest level of attention, care, and hospitality.

As part of our team, you’ll be immersed in an environment that values creativity, precision, and genuine hospitality. We strive to inspire connection, exceed expectations, and create unforgettable moments for every guest who walks through our doors.

If you’re passionate about design, service, and delivering best-in-class experiences, we invite you to explore opportunities with us at Sandbourne Santa Monica.

We are looking for our next great team member to join us on our team. We are committed to providing you with:

Highly competitive wages An exceptional benefit plan for eligible associates & your family members RSP/401K matching program for eligible associates Discounts with our Crescent managed properties in North America for you & your family members

About the Role

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Banquet Bartender to join our exceptional team. In this role, you will play a vital part in delivering personalized service, upholding our commitment to excellence, and creating unforgettable moments for our guests. Whether engaging with guests, ensuring seamless operations, or contributing to our unique atmosphere, your role will be integral to our success!

Job Overview: Set up, tend and breakdown banquet bars according to standard policies and procedures in a safe, efficient manner.

What You’ll Do

Check Banquet Event Orders to determine function, number of guests and type of bar (house, premium, cash, open, etc.) Set up portable bar in function area according to standard policies and procedures. Make and serve drinks to guests in a friendly, courteous and timely manner following established guidelines, policies and procedures regarding beverages and safety controls are prescribed by the company, the state and the hotel. Abide by all State, Federal and Corporate requirements pertaining to serving alcoholic beverages. Remove all trash and liquor glasses from tables, tablecloths, trash and liquor from function area. Return bar to storeroom. Breakdown, clean bar thoroughly; wipe surface areas and empty water in portable bar. Return all equipment and supplies to proper area. Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis. Perform any other job related duties as assigned.

What We’re Looking For

A passion for hospitality and creating extraordinary guest experiences Strong interpersonal and communication skills Must have the ability to communicate in English. Self-starting personality with an even disposition. Maintain a professional appearance and manner at all times. Can communicate well with guests. Must be willing to “pitch-in” and help co- workers with their job duties and be a team player. Must have basic knowledge of service of various alcoholic beverages. Sufficient manual dexterity in hands in order to use a knife to make garnish, pick up glassware and bottles, scoop ice, mix drinks, and reach overhead to retrieve stock. Ability to stand and work in confined spaces for long periods of time. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, customers and patrons.

At Crescent Hotels & Resorts we strive to create a great place to work where associates at all levels of our organization are respected for their differences, just like the guests and owners we serve.  That’s why we are dedicated to creating an environment that facilitates open and honest conversations about race, equity, diversity, and inclusion.  By examining our own beliefs and behaviors, we can create change through training, recruiting, and promoting diverse talent to strengthen our culture.