Bartender - Sitio El Tropicano | Emmer & Rye Hospitality Group

About Sítio El Tropicano and Emmer & Rye Hospitality

Sítio El Tropicano is a vibrant renewal of one of San Antonio's most iconic riverfront landmarks. An urban resort and members' club where hospitality, wellness, dining, and creativity flow together effortlessly, Sítio invites guests to linger, explore, and connect.

All food and beverage at Sítio El Tropicano is created and operated by Emmer & Rye Hospitality Group, carrying our commitment to local sourcing, seasonality, and genuine hospitality throughout the property. Our concepts include Barberry, a seasonally driven all-day restaurant;
Flamingo Bar, a cocktail bar celebrating Texas spirits;
Prado Provisions, a grab-and-go café; and Bar Nado, serving handrolls, bento boxes, and frozen drinks poolside.

About Barberry

Barberry is a seasonally driven neighborhood restaurant where Central Texas meets French farmhouse. Rooted in responsible Hill Country sourcing, our menu offers light, bright, seasonal dishes across breakfast, lunch, and dinner, alongside a seasonal cocktail program and a wine list focused on the United States and France.

We welcome both hotel guests and the local community with the same warmth and care, creating experiences that feel approachable, memorable, and rooted in a sense of place.

Position Summary

The Bartender prepares and serves cocktails, wine, beer, and nonalcoholic beverages while providing warm, knowledgeable hospitality s position is responsible for guests seated at the bar and for timely, accurate beverage service to the dining room.

Reporting to the F&B Manager, the Bartender works closely with servers, runners, the Lead Captain / Sommelier, culinary team members, and outlet leadership. The role requires strong product knowledge, consistent execution, and an organized bar that supports the pace and standards of each service period.

Bar Service & Guest Experience

• Welcome bar guests promptly and provide attentive, personable service throughout their visit.
• Guide guests through the cocktail, wine, beer, and nonalcoholic beverage selections with thoughtful recommendations based on their preferences.
• Explain ingredients, preparation methods, flavor profiles, and potential allergens accurately.
• Maintain working knowledge of Barberry’s food menu and make appropriate food and beverage recommendations.
• Take orders accurately, enter them into the POS, and follow established steps of service.
• Monitor guests’ needs and beverage pacing while respecting their conversations and dining experience.
• Coordinate with servers and the Lead Captain / Sommelier to support consistent beverage service throughout the dining room.
• Address routine guest concerns promptly and professionally, involving the F&B Manager when needed.
• Protect guest privacy and exercise discretion regarding hotel guests, members, and VIPs.

Beverage Preparation & Execution

• Prepare cocktails and other beverages according to approved recipes, specifications, portion standards, and presentation requirements.
• Maintain consistency in measurement, technique, temperature, dilution, glassware, ice, and garnish.
• Prepare dining-room beverage tickets accurately and efficiently while continuing to care for guests seated at the bar.
• Check completed beverages for accuracy and presentation before service or pickup.
• Pour and serve wine and beer according to established standards.
• Maintain the quality and freshness of juices, syrups, garnishes, and other prepared ingredients.
• Communicate unavailable products, substitutions, ticket delays, and quality concerns promptly to the service team and management.
• Participate in tastings, pre-shift meetings, and ongoing education to maintain current knowledge of the beverage program.

Bar Setup, Inventory & Closing

• Complete assigned opening,…