Bartender

POSITION OVERVIEW

We are seeking polished and highly skilled Bartenders to deliver exceptional beverage and guest experiences in a fast-paced luxury dining environment. Being bartender requires expert knowledge, precision, and a strong sense of hospitality to guide guests through the bar experience while executing a world-class cocktail and beverage program. Bartenders play a key role in maintaining the flow of service, ensuring consistency, and upholding the highest standards of quality, cleanliness, and professionalism.

WHO ARE WE?

Riviera Dining Group is redefining hospitality through elevated dining, vibrant nightlife, and immersive design. From the success of MILA in Miami Beach to the expansion of AVA, CASA NEOS, and CLAUDIE, RDG is building a collection of destinations that offer more than a meal — they create unforgettable experiences.

YOUR ROLE

• Bartender maintains strong knowledge of all food and beverage menus, including ingredients, preparation methods, and pairing recommendations.
• Beverage service professional provides attentive, personalized service by anticipating guest needs and guiding the dining experience from start to finish.
• Beverage server follows all service standards, policies, and sanitation regulations to ensure a safe, compliant, and elevated guest environment.
• Bartender completes opening and ongoing side work, ensuring stations are fully prepared, stocked, and organized for service.
• Bartender handles products, equipment, and service tools properly to maintain quality, safety, and efficiency.
• Collaborate with team members and management to support smooth service flow and resolve issues promptly are very important as a beverage service professional
• Communicate guest feedback, product concerns, or operational needs to leadership in a timely manner.

This is not an exhausted list of job responsibilities.

REQUIREMENTS

• 3–4 years of experience in a high-volume, upscale restaurant or recognized cocktail bar/lounge preferred
• Strong knowledge of cocktails, spirits, wine, beer, and non-alcoholic beverages
• Excellent communication, organizational, and multitasking skills
• Professional demeanor with a strong focus on hospitality and guest experience
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Food handling certification in compliance with state regulations preferred
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and a collaborative team player
• Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays