Bar Production Associate

Beverage Preparation & Production

• Juice citrus and other fruits for use across multiple outlets including AMA Sushi, The Manor Bar, Caruso’s, Miramar Beach Bar, Revere Room, and pool venues
• Prepare syrups, cordials, infusions, tinctures, shrubs, and other cocktail components according to standardized recipes
• Batch cocktails and other beverage preparations in accordance with established formulas and quality standards
• Cut and prepare garnishes while maintaining freshness and presentation standards
• Support beverage preparation for guest amenities and special programming initiatives
• Ensure all prepared products are labeled, dated, and stored according to FIFO standards
• Maintain consistency in flavor balance and recipe execution across all produced items

Quality & Program Support

• Safeguard recipe integrity and preparation standards across all beverage programs
• Partner with the Director of Bars to ensure consistency of ingredients and production methods across outlets
• Auxiliary in the implementation of new cocktail programs and seasonal menu changes
• Auxiliary in the testing and execution of new preparation techniques and beverage innovations when directed
• Ensure all batched products meet quality, safety, and flavor standards prior to distribution

Organization & Inventory Control

• Maintain organization, cleanliness, and operational readiness of the Mixology Lab and designated prep areas
• Create and maintain daily and weekly production lists based on outlet demand and forecasted business levels
• Communicate low inventory levels and production needs to bar leadership in a timely manner
• Track yields and minimize waste through proper preparation techniques and portion control
• Auxiliary in monthly inventory counts and beverage program stock management when required

Confidentiality

While working for the company there will be access to a wide variety of confidential information concerning the company, guests, and associates. It is vital that all such information remains confidential and must not be disclosed to anyone outside the company, guests, and associates, unless otherwise stated.

Technical Skills

• Basic math skills for recipe scaling and batching
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel preferred
• Strong verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple production tasks simultaneously

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
• Must have current and valid Food Handler’s card and TIPS certification
• Previous experience in food & beverage preparation, barbacking, kitchen prep, or production environments preferred but not required
• Minimum 21 years of age to serve alcoholic beverages

Language

Required to speak, read and write English, with fluency in other languages preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, kneeling, and crouching
• Frequent lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs; occasional lifting up to 50 lbs
• Continuous use of hands for fine motor skills and manual dexterity
• Continuous use of hands for fine motor skills and manual dexterity
• Continuous use of hands for fine motor skills and manual dexterity
• Continuous use of hands for fine motor skills and manual dexterity
• Continuous use of hands for fine motor skills and manual dexterity

Professional Development

The Bar Production Associate role provides foundational exposure to beverage operations and mixology techniques, offering potential development pathways into bar service, bartending, and beverage leadership positions within the Food & Beverage division.

Requirement

• Must have a current and valid Food Handler Certification
• Must have a current and valid Responsible Beverage Service Certification and Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) Server ID
• Minimum 21 years of age to pour alcoholic beverages

Pay

The pay scale for this position is between $23.00 and $25.00/hour. This is the pay range for this position that the Hotel reasonably expects to pay.