Bartender at Bud's Bar

Step Behind the Bar Where Art Meets Ambience

Ready to stir up the status quo? Imagine an environment where every pour is a performance and every cocktail tells a story.

At the heart of Carmel by the Sea, Bud’s Bar within the iconic La Playa Hotel is the stage for the avant-garde of mixology. This isn’t just bartending; it’s an opportunity to be part of a narrative that blends luxe ingredients with impeccable service, crafting experiences that linger longer than the last sip.

Your Role in Our Story

• Artisanal Alchemy: Harness your expertise to concoct beverages that enchant and excite, from classic cocktails to our own signature drinks.
• Experience Curator: More than service, you will deliver moments that are personalized, memorable, and utterly Instagram-worthy.
• Bar Aesthetics: Maintain an environment that is as orderly as it is opulent, ensuring every element is perfectly in place for peak performance.
• Smooth Operations: Seamlessly manage transactions with the finesse expected of a top-tier host, ensuring each guest leaves already planning their return.
• Guardian of Good Times: Uphold our high standards and compliance with an unyielding commitment to safe and responsive service.
  
  

Are You Ready To Join?

• Proven prowess in high-end or high-volume bartending
• A refined palate and deep knowledge of mixology and wine pairings
• Superb social skills with a knack for memorable interactions
• Keen attention to detail and a well-organized work ethic
• Availability for life’s livelier hours — evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Certification in California Food Handler’s Card and Responsible Beverage Service, or the resolve to obtain it post-hire
  
  

Perks of the Position

• Competitive earnings plus generous tips
• Discounts at La Playa Hotel and affiliated luxury spots
• Continuous opportunities for professional mixology and hospitality training
• An energizing, supportive team environment
  
  

La Playa Hotel isn’t just a workplace; it’s a community where we cherish authenticity and foster an atmosphere of respect and inclusivity. Every interaction is an opportunity to create something unforgettable. If you’re driven by passion and poised for excellence, let’s shape the future of hospitality together.

At La Playa Hotel, we don’t just serve guests. We make believers in the magic of genuine hospitality, urging them to return, time after time. Join us, and become an essential part of a visionary team, dedicated to the art of welcoming.

La Playa Hotel's and Hotel Carmel’s leaders and team members believe each guest should be treated with respect and professionalism. We create a heartfelt experience of genuine hospitality, enticing our guests to return again and again. In order to be successful at La Playa Hotel and Hotel Carmel, associates must share both our Purpose (Making Space for Genuine Hospitality) and Pillars (Hands On & Heartfelt, Sincere & Focused, Collaborative & Curious, & Conscientious). This includes possessing and demonstrating a high level of courtesy and respect for both internal and external guests. Our forward-thinking, fun, friendly, engaging and enthusiastic associates treat every guest as if they were our only guest. A true customer focus is essential to success with our property.