Bar Prep

Little Ruby's Cafe•New York, NY

About The Position

The Bar Prep is responsible for preparing house-made ingredients for the bar and ensuring they are fresh and ready for service. The position reports to the Beverage Director.

Requirements

Previous experience as a Bar Prep is preferred.
Intermediate knife skills.
Knowledge of bar supplies, ingredients, and standard drink recipes.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Basic math skills for measuring ingredients and handling inventory.
Must be able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Must be able to stand, lift, and bend for extended periods.
Must be able to bend and lift up to 50 lbs.
Must be able to walk up and down stairs while carrying boxes or other items needed for the position.
Ability to perform tasks requiring repetitive motion.
Ability to work and remain focused in a fast-paced, changing environment.
Ability to work a flexible schedule that may include days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

Adhere to appearance standards outlined in the Employee Handbook.
Prepare garnishes, syrups, bitters, and other cocktail ingredients.
Use the bar prep sheet and daily bar grocery sheet to track preparation and produce usage.
Keep the bar prep area clean, including washing and sanitizing tools, glassware, and surfaces.
Dispose of trash and recyclables appropriately.
Keep the walk-in refrigerator and surrounding areas clean.
Use and maintain equipment and supplies properly.
Monitor inventory and report shortages to the manager.
Rotate stock to maintain freshness and reduce waste.
Label, date, store, and maintain beverage items at proper temperatures.
Handle and store items in compliance with house SOPs and NYC DOH standards, and follow common health and hygiene guidelines.