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Bartender/Server (Part-Time) | Dr. Wilkinson's Backyard Resort & Mineral Springs | Calistoga, CA

United Statespart_timeVerifiedPosted 10 Jun 2026

💰 $36,000/yr($34,000/yr – $36,000/yr)

About the role

The House of Better Restaurant located on the grounds of Dr. Wilkinson's Backyard Resort & Spa in Calistoga, is looking for a Bartender/Server!

Pay Range: $17.00 - $18.00 + tips

As a Bartender/Cashier you will prepare beverages and/or serve food for the customer in a prompt and courteous manner while maintaining a high level of quality and consistency.

Dr. Wilkinson's

Dr. Wilkinson’s Backyard Resort and Mineral Springs is an iconic resort and spa destination located in the heart of the charming town of Calistoga, offering time-honored mud bath and spa treatments, healing mineral pool soaks, and the best of Calistoga right outside its doors. The transformed resort honors its iconic past while looking toward the future with a new mid-century inspired design, 50 completely refreshed guestrooms, a brand-new restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating, a completely re-imagined spa, and the same proven mud bath treatments first shared with the world over 65 years ago. Best-in-class yet playful and approachable, the spa will make the art of mud bathing accessible for all.

Who We Are

Recognized as a Top Workplace in The Washington Post and Philadelphia Inquirer.
Passionate – about hospitality and fostering an environment where associates will thrive.
Culture driven – dedicated to respect, teamwork, an entrepreneurial spirit, and the drive to succeed.
Unique - we encourage our associates to express themselves and their individual talents. We celebrate diversity and are committed to equity and inclusion.
Innovators – we are a lifestyle hotel management company that is constantly evolving. We are open minded individuals who embrace change.
A growing team looking to expand with authentic and genuine individuals who recognize the importance of team engagement.
A company that has a culture of promoting from within.

What You Will Be Doing

Greet guests pleasantly as they approach the bar; promote house drinks and utilize up-selling skills to maximize revenues.
Obtain, count and secure bartender’s bank; receive cash and credit payments from customers; give accurate change and balance cash drawer at end of shift
Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other departments.
Prepare beverages requested by customers. Adhere to established pouring standards and drink recipes to provide a consistent product to the guests and to control costs. Coordinate food service with restaurant(s) for bar/lounge guests if applicable.
Monitor guest behavior and guest alcohol consumption to determine when alcohol service to the guest should cease; notify management of incidents involving excessive alcohol consumption or impaired condition of customers; check identification whenever the age of a guest requesting an alcoholic beverage service is questionable.
Alert Management of any service and/or safety issues. Make appropriate service recovery gestures according to established guidelines in order to ensure total guest satisfaction.
Set up bar including all liquor, mixers, ice, garnishes, glassware and supplies. Perform pre- and post-shift side-work (empty/fill ice-bins, prepare garnishments, replenish/store snacks, etc.). Requisition all necessary supplies.
Inventory unused liquor and beverages. Ensure that all liquor is properly secured before, during, and at close of shift.
Inspect bar daily for cleanliness and attractiveness and inspect all equipment and machinery for proper operation. Sweep and mop bar floor after shift. Wipe down counters, equipment, stools, chairs, tables, and other areas as required.
To maintain the proper care and cleanliness of tableware and serving equipment, handling both to minimize breakage.
To follow all company policies and procedures.
To immediately report all suspicious occurrences and hazardous conditions.
To maintain the cleanliness and safety of work areas at all times.
Follow all company safety standards, including proper equipment handling to avoid injury to yourself and others.
To attend all mandatory meetings as directed.
To perform other tasks, including cross-training, as directed.