Description
Summary:
Geronimo, a premier fine dining restaurant, seeks an exceptional full-time professional bartender with fine dining experience and outstanding mixology skills to join its acclaimed team.
Highlights:
1. Rare opportunity in a consistently top-ranked fine dining establishment
2. Globally inspired, seasonally changing menu with a sophisticated bar program
3. Opportunity to create memorable guest experiences in an elegant atmosphere
Professional Bartender – Rare Opportunity at Geronimo Restaurant, Santa Fe
Geronimo, Santa Fe's premier fine dining destination (AAA Four Diamond, Mobil Four Star, OpenTable Top 100 Restaurants in the US, and consistently ranked among the nation's best), is seeking an exceptional full-time professional bartender to join our acclaimed team.
Located in the historic 1756 Borrego adobe on Canyon Road, Geronimo offers an elegant, warm atmosphere with a globally inspired, seasonally changing menu and a sophisticated bar program. This is a rare position—openings behind our bar are infrequent, and we are looking for the right person to become a long-term part of our tight-knit, high-caliber service team.
Key Requirements:
- Proven fine dining bartender experience
- Extensive knowledge of classic and contemporary cocktails, spirits, wine, and beverage service
- Outstanding mixology skills with attention to detail, presentation, and consistency
- Exceptional communication skills—warm, articulate, and professional when interacting with discerning guests
- Genuine hospitality mindset: anticipatory service, poise under pressure, and a passion for creating memorable guest experiences
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume fine dining environment while maintaining composure and elegance
- Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented with a positive attitude
- Must be available for full-time schedule: 4-5 nights per week (evenings, dinner service)
What We Offer:
- Competitive pay (commensurate with experience in Santa Fe's top-tier dining scene)
- Opportunity to work in one of New Mexico's most awarded and respected restaurants
- Supportive, professional kitchen and front-of-house team
- Potential for growth in a stable, prestigious establishment
If you are a polished, passionate bartender with true fine dining credentials and a commitment to excellence, we want to hear from you. This is not an entry-level role—only serious, qualified candidates with relevant experience will be considered.
Please reply to this posting with your resume, a brief note about your fine dining background, and why you'd be a great fit for Geronimo.