POSITION SUMMARY Prepare drink orders for guests according to specified recipes using measuring systems. Issue, open, and serve wine/champagne bottles. Set up and maintain cleanliness and condition of bar, bar unit, tabl…
Hospitality & Food · San Diego, CA
Bartender jobs in San Diego, CA
Bartenders mix and serve drinks, manage the bar's pace and inventory, check IDs, and keep guests comfortable, whether it is a quiet Tuesday or a packed weekend.
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$16–$42/hr
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$55k
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Job-ID29231206Reference26-25320Salary$106,399.80-$133,000.40 / year The Marketing Event Specialist, Staff is responsible for management/use of event automation technology platforms, as well as planning, development, and…
POSITION SUMMARY Complete opening and closing duties including setting up necessary supplies and tools, cleaning all equipment and areas, locking doors, etc. Set up, stock, and maintain work areas. Input orders into cash…
$19 per hour
Job Description We invite you to join the world of luxury hospitality at Fairmont Grand Del Mar, as our new Lobby Lounge Bartender. Prepare and service beverages for servers and guests in a speedy, efficient, friendly, a…
$18 - $22 per hour
Job Overview Duties Prepare and serve a variety of teas according to established recipes and standards. Operate the POS system efficiently to process customer orders and handle cash transactions. Maintain cleanliness and…
$40 per hour
yourself brightening someone’s day. When you join our Hotels team, that’s exactly what you’ll do every time you come to work! As a Bartender, you’re not just preparing and serving drinks – you’re spreading the light and…
$19 per hour
Diego. Job Description We invite you to join the world of luxury hospitality at Fairmont Grand Del Mar, as our new Amaya Bartender. See guests from start to finish through a five-star dining experience including all know…
About the Role At Cufiya, we believe that every cup of coffee tells a story. As a Part-Time Barista, you will be at the heart of creating memorable coffee experiences for our customers. This role is perfect for someone p…
$17.25 per hour
Benefits: ~Employee discounts ~Flexible schedule ~Training & development !!SERVING THE CITY WE LOVE!! BIRD ROCK COFFEE ROASTERS IS HIRING AT OUR MORENA BLVD @ 1270 MORENA BLVD. COME MAKE GREAT COFFEE HAPPEN. Coffee, peop…
$18.25 per hour
Benefits: ~401(k) matching ~Dental insurance ~Employee discounts ~Flexible schedule ~Health insurance ~Opportunity for advancement ~Training & development ~Vision insurance !!SERVING THE CITY WE LOVE!! BIRD ROCK COFFEE R…
the beginning of service. Other duties as assigned QUALIFICATIONS: (Include equipment knowledge/use) ~2 years high-volume bartending experience and/or 1 years experience bartending in a fine dining establishment or equiv…
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What bartenders earn in San Diego
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $16–$23 | $33k–$47k |
| Mid level | $22–$31 | $45k–$65k |
| Senior | $29–$42 | $61k–$88k |
Adjusted for the San Diego market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Classic cocktail knowledgeSpeed and accuracyPOS systemsResponsible alcohol serviceCash handlingMemory for orders and regularsGuest rapportBar inventory and ordering
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
How do you handle a guest who has had too much to drink?
Show the professional sequence: slow service, offer water and food, cut off respectfully, involve a manager if needed. This answer can decide the interview.
Make me an old fashioned. Talk me through it.
Know your classics cold: spec, technique, glassware, garnish. Narrating calmly while you build is exactly what a service test looks like.
How do you keep up when the bar is three deep?
Talk about sequencing multiple orders, batching steps, acknowledging waiting guests, and staying consistent on pours instead of getting sloppy.
What is your approach to checking IDs?
Say plainly that you check anyone who looks under a threshold, every time, and know the state's acceptable forms. No exceptions for regulars.
How do you handle cash and end-of-night reconciliation?
Describe accurate ringing, no unrecorded comps, and clean drawer counts. Owners are listening for honesty around shrinkage.
Tell me about building regulars at a previous bar.
Give a specific habit, like remembering names and drinks or making a genuine recommendation. Regulars are revenue, and they know it.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For bartenders specifically — generic advice costs you here
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List your alcohol service certification, such as TIPS or your state's equivalent card.
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Quantify sales, like average ring per shift or bar revenue on nights you ran.
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Name the POS systems you know, such as Toast, Aloha, or Square.
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Describe the venue types honestly: high-volume club, cocktail bar, or neighborhood pub each need different skills.
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Mention cocktail program contributions, like menu items you created that stayed on the list.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Barback
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Bartender
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Head Bartender
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Bar Manager
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