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Mixologist

Hawaii The Westin Maui Resort & Spa Ka'anapali Estimated salary: Approximately $16–$22 per hour, plus tips
Role summary

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The Mixologist prepares and serves cocktails, wine, beer, and non-alcoholic beverages while delivering polished, friendly service to resort guests. Requirements typically include previous bartending or mixology experience, knowledge of spirits and cocktail techniques, responsible alcohol-service certification, strong communication skills, and the ability to handle cash or point-of-sale systems. The candidate is expected to maintain a clean and well-stocked bar, follow health and safety standards, suggest beverages, manage multiple orders efficiently, and create a welcoming guest experience. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and busy resort periods is essential. Physical stamina and the ability to stand for extended periods are also required.

About the employer

The Westin Maui Resort & Spa Ka'anapali is a beachfront luxury resort located on Ka'anapali Beach in West Maui, Hawaii. The property offers guest rooms and suites, restaurants and bars, pools, spa services, fitness facilities, and access to Maui’s beaches and outdoor activities. It operates under the Westin brand, part of Marriott International, one of the world’s largest hospitality companies. Westin properties focus on wellness, thoughtful service, and helping guests maintain healthy routines while traveling. Employees work in a multicultural resort environment serving leisure travelers, families, groups, and international visitors. Marriott commonly provides training, employee travel benefits, and opportunities for advancement, although benefits and eligibility depend on employment status and local policies.

What the job usually comes with in Hawaii

Usual for Hawaii, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.

HousingUsually not; rents very high
MealsStaff cafeteria at large resorts
FlightsNone (managers negotiate)
Service chargeF&B service charges go to staff unless guests are told otherwise (by law)
ContractAt will; union rules in Waikiki
LeaveNone by law; employer health insurance (by law)
Income taxFederal 10% to 37% plus state 1.4% to 11%

Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.

Can I work in Hawaii?

How it works: No ordinary visa for hotel jobs; a J-1 traineeship of up to 12 months is the realistic route.

Never pay anyone for a visa or a job offer. A real employer pays the permit costs and never asks you for money.

Official source: USCIS: working in the United States. Checked November 2026.

Guidance, not legal advice. Rules change; your employer confirms the details for your case.

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