La Costa Resort and Spa

Nestled among the beautiful coastal foothills of Carlsbad, CA, Omni La Costa Resort & Spa is honored as the #1 Wellness Spa by Spa magazine. Omni La Costa's acclaimed restaurants present an updated take on locally inspired cuisine and culinary delights. Steps from your door, world-class accommodations, championship golf and tennis, eight pools and more anxiously wait to welcome your arrival.

Omni La Costa associates enjoy a dynamic and exciting work environment, comprehensive training and mentoring, along with the pride that comes from working for a company with a reputation for exceptional service. We embody a culture of respect, gratitude and empowerment day in and day out. If you are a friendly, motivated person, with a passion to serve others, Omni La Costa may be your perfect match.

Overlooking the Poinsettia Valley and the lush golf courses at the Omni La Costa Resort & Spa, Bar traza offers rustic, mediterranean shared plates, curated cocktails and delicious light bites in a timeless spanish-colonial setting. Bar Traza's menu reflects european flavors and the fresh lifestyle of coastal cuisines.

The Bar Traza Host ensures guests are welcomed at Bar Traza from the time they walk through the door until the time they depart by greeting and engaging with guests in a friendly, polite manner.

Report for scheduled shifts on time and in assigned uniform.
• Maintain a professional, neat, well-groomed appearance.
• Proper telephone etiquette. Be polite, confident, and able to help the guest with any request or know where to direct them.
• Advise guests of table availability and assist in escorting them to an area of the lounge.
• Acknowledge guests immediately as they walk through the door. Ask for their name and room number when applicable. Always refer to them by name.
• Assign server stations and maintain proper server rotation.
• Utilize Open Table. Track reservations and ensure all notes are entered and as detailed as possible throughout the shift.
• Seat guests and drop menus. Introduce the server by name prior to departing the table. Advise the server of any special requests. Tell the server the guest name and table number.
• Keep the pace of the floor at a level that ensures excellent service by limiting covers.
• Ensure all areas of the lounge are clean, particularly the entrance and podium area.
• Know setting guidelines, table numbers and overall dining room procedures.
• Thank the guest for visiting and invite them to return. Use their name whenever possible.
• Work as a team with all Associates to maintain an effective, positive atmosphere to run an efficient food and beverage service.

• Experience in a front-line position directly dealing with people.
• Must be well groomed and have a friendly and outgoing personality.
• Must possess solid communication skills, including the ability to communicate with precision, diplomacy, professionalism, and courtesy.
• Must demonstrate exceptional multi-tasking ability and the ability to prioritize and expedite efficiently and courteously.
• Must possess basic computer knowledge and the ability to use touchscreen and keypad to organize and make tables assignments and reservations.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Necessary Licenses/Certifications:

• Must complete CA Food Handler's Card training provided upon hire.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must be able to deftly maneuver between tight confines in the bar and pool areas, including on occasionally wet pool deck surfaces, while clearing items and/or carrying trays of food and beverages. The employee frequently is required to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Pay Rate: $20.50/hr

Omni Hotels & Resorts is an equal opportunity employer - vets/disability. The EEO is the Law poster and its supplement are available using the following links: EEOC is the Law Poster and the following link is the OFCCP's Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination policy statement

If you are interested in applying for employment with Omni Hotels & Resorts and need special assistance to apply for a posted position, please send an email to applicationassistance@omnihotels.com.