Bartender/Server

Rancho San Joaquin 1 Ethel Coplen Way Irvine, CA · On-site

About this role

ABOUT AMERICAN GOLF
American Golf is a trusted leader in golf hospitality, known for elevating the game and the communities around it. We bring deep expertise in golf operations and club culture, paired with a genuine commitment to creating welcoming, memorable experiences for every guest and member.
 
Our teams take pride in course care, exceptional service, and thoughtful environments that invite people to play, connect, and feel at home. We believe golf is more than a sport, it’s a place where relationships grow, traditions thrive, and everyone is part of the community.
 
Job Purpose
The Server/Bartender is responsible for delivering exceptional food and beverage service while creating a welcoming and memorable experience for every guest and member. This position prepares and serves alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, takes food and beverage orders, delivers menu items, processes payments, and ensures responsible alcohol service. The Server/Bartender works collaboratively with the culinary and service teams to provide efficient, attentive, and hospitality-driven service that reflects American Golf's commitment to exceptional guest experiences.
 
Responsibilities
  • Welcome guests and members with a friendly, professional, and service-oriented attitude.
  • Take food and beverage orders accurately and provide menu recommendations based on guest preferences.
  • Prepare, mix, garnish, and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages in accordance with company recipes and responsible alcohol service standards.
  • Serve food and beverages promptly while ensuring accuracy and presentation standards are met.
  • Verify guest age and identification before serving alcoholic beverages in accordance with applicable laws and company policy.
  • Monitor guests throughout service and promote responsible alcohol consumption.
  • Process cash, credit card, and other point-of-sale transactions accurately.
  • Maintain bar, dining, and service areas in a clean, organized, and sanitary condition.
  • Restock beverages, garnishes, glassware, and service supplies throughout each shift.
  • Collaborate with kitchen and fellow team members to ensure timely service and resolve guest concerns.
  • Follow all food safety, sanitation, and alcohol service regulations.
  • Support banquet, tournament, or special event operations as assigned.
  • Perform opening, closing, side work, and other duties as assigned.
 
Qualifications
  • Must meet the minimum legal age requirements to serve alcoholic beverages in accordance with state law.
  • TABC Certification or other applicable state alcohol service certification required, as applicable.
  • Previous serving, bartending, or hospitality experience preferred.
  • Knowledge of food service, beverage preparation, wine, beer, spirits, and responsible alcohol service practices.
  • Excellent guest service, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to multitask and remain organized in a fast-paced environment.
  • Experience handling cash, credit card transactions, and point-of-sale systems.
  • Basic mathematical skills.
  • Ability to operate bar and restaurant equipment including beverage dispensers, coffee equipment, blenders, ice machines, dishwashers, and point-of-sale systems.
  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
 
Working Conditions
  • Schedule varies based on business needs and includes evenings, weekends, holidays, tournaments, and special events.
  • Regular standing, walking, bending, reaching, lifting, and carrying throughout the shift.
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 30–50 pounds, including trays, beverage cases, kegs, or bar supplies.
  • Work is performed in a fast-paced restaurant, clubhouse, banquet, and bar environment with frequent interaction with guests and team members.
  • Exposure to varying temperatures, cleaning chemicals, hot surfaces, sharp objects, glassware, food preparation areas, and moderate to loud noise levels.
 
American Golf Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunities for all. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis, (protected class), including but not limited to race, color, religion, genetic information, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, medical conditions, age, disability, citizenship status, uniform service member status, or any other protected class under federal, state, and/or local law.

Company at a glance

American Golf is one of the most experienced and innovative operators in the golf industry. For more than five decades, we have owned, leased, and managed golf courses and country clubs across the United States, building a proven track record of driving performance, enhancing guest experiences, and creating lasting value for our partners.

Today, we manage over 40 premier golf properties nationwide, spanning daily fee, private, and municipal facilities. Our success comes from understanding that golf course management involves more than great greens. It requires excellence in hospitality, food and beverage, retail, agronomy, and guest service.

As we look to the future, American Golf is focused on growth through new acquisitions, leases, and management agreements. We are actively seeking partnerships with owners, developers, and municipalities who share our vision for elevating the golf experience.

At American Golf, we combine decades of expertise with forward thinking strategies to deliver strong results, exceptional service, and vibrant destinations that grow the game and strengthen the communities we serve.

Founded1969
Team Size1,001-5,000 employees
WorkspaceOn-site
IndustrySpectator Sports
Location
Irvine, California, United States

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