Lead Bartender

Job Description

The Lead Bartender delivers exceptional beverage service while supporting the execution and consistency of the hotel’s cocktail program. This working leadership role guides the Barback and Bar Prep teams, oversees cocktail and garnish production, and partners with management on staffing structure, training, and beverage standards across all hotel outlets.

• Provide polished, attentive bar service while setting the standard for hospitality, presentation, and technical execution
• Prepare cocktails and other beverages accurately according to approved recipes, specifications, and service standards
• Maintain comprehensive knowledge of spirits, wine, beer, nonalcoholic beverages, menus, and beverage pairings
• Direct the daily work of Barbacks and Bar Prep team members, assigning priorities and monitoring completion
• Oversee cocktail batching, syrups, infusions, juices, and garnish production for quality, consistency, and freshness
• Maintain recipe specifications, preparation methods, labeling, dating, storage, and production pars across outlets
• Inspect cocktail presentation, glassware, ice, garnishes, and service technique to uphold hotel-wide beverage standards
• Coordinate production and replenishment with outlet bartenders to ensure timely, uninterrupted beverage service
• Consult with management on schedule structure, staffing coverage, and allocation of Barback and Bar Prep labor
• Identify training needs and coach team members in cocktail technique, organization, sanitation, and service standards
• Monitor beverage inventory, waste, product rotation, and stock levels; communicate shortages and variances
• Ensure compliance with responsible alcohol service, food safety, sanitation, and hotel operating procedures
• Communicate operational concerns, quality issues, and improvement opportunities promptly to beverage leadership

Qualifications

• Prior experience bartending in an upscale or luxury hospitality environment required; lead experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of classic and contemporary cocktails, spirits, production methods, and beverage service
• Experience with cocktail batching, garnish preparation, recipe adherence, and quality-control procedures
• Clear communication, coaching, organization, and collaborative leadership skills
• Ability to direct Barback and Bar Prep workflows and advise management on staffing requirements
• Professional appearance, attention to detail, and commitment to consistent luxury service standards
• Familiarity with inventory controls, sanitation requirements, and POS or production documentation
• Flexible availability for evenings, weekends, holidays, and varying outlet needs
• Must meet legal alcohol-service age requirements and maintain required food-handler and alcohol-service certifications
• Ability to obtain and maintain required food-handler and alcohol-service certifications

Additional Information

About Auberge Collection
Auberge Collection is a portfolio of extraordinary hotels, resorts, residences and private clubs. While each property is unique, all share a crafted approach to luxury and bring the soul of the locale to life through captivating design, exceptional cuisine, innovative wellbeing, and gracious yet unobtrusive service. With 30 one-of-a-kind hotels, resorts, and residences, Auberge invites guests to create unforgettable stories in some of the world’s most desirable destinations.

For more information: auberge.com

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About Friedkin
Friedkin is a privately held family of global brands spanning automotive, entertainment, hospitality, investments, and sports.

Founded in 1969 and headquartered in Houston, Texas, the company is led by Chief Executive Dan Friedkin, and united by a mission to build breakthrough brands that redefine the status quo.

The Friedkin portfolio includes Gulf States Toyota, 30WEST, Accelerated Solutions Group, AS Roma, Ascent Automotive Group, Auberge Collection, Congaree, Copilot Capital, Diamond Creek, Everton Football Club, GSFSGroup, Imperative Entertainment, Legendary Expeditions, NEON, Northside Lexus, Pursuit Sports, The Friedkin Group International, USAL and Westside Lexus.

For more information, please visit www.friedkin.com

The Knox Hotel Employer LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. The Knox Hotel Employer LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all team members and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, The Knox Hotel Employer LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training