FOH - Bartender (Part-time, Seasonal)

Saho Hospitality Group•New York, NY

10d

About The Position

The Bartender prepares beverages for patrons and serves them at the bar or through wait staff while maintaining a clean, organized work environment. This is a part-time, seasonal position. The role welcomes bar guests and guests waiting for tables, prepares cocktails and coffee drinks when no barista is present, and serves bar patrons. It maintains beverage inventory and stock, ensures accurate drink orders and payments, keeps the bar and front lounge clean and organized, and completes closing and cash drawer procedures. The bartender also supports delivery operations, communicates equipment or other problems to management, and maintains knowledge of the food, wine, and cocktail menus and the company’s brand and offerings.

Requirements

Ability to work as part of a team, work quickly, and follow directions.
Time-management skills and ability to work under pressure in a high-volume production environment.
Ability to communicate and understand directions in English to ensure workplace safety.
Ability to understand, respond to, and engage with coworkers, managers, and guests in English.
Active listening and learning skills.
Reading and speaking comprehension skills.
Discipline to follow established standards.
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Very basic food handling, preparation, and cleaning skills.

Responsibilities

Welcome bar guests and acknowledge guests waiting for tables.
Prepare cocktails and coffee drinks for the dining room when no barista is present, and serve bar guests.
Measure cocktail ingredients correctly, especially for signature cocktails.
Use a credit card to open tabs that are not being closed immediately.
Ensure all drinks are entered correctly on checks.
Maintain appropriate inventory levels of beers, wines by the glass, juices, and waters in bar refrigerators.
Maintain the appearance of the bar throughout service.
Complete the closing bar checklist before departure unless otherwise assigned by management.
Complete cash drawer checkout after each shift and place the cash payments amount in a separate envelope in the office with only the checkouts.
Maintain the organization and cleanliness of the bar and front lounge in accordance with Health Department standards.
Request needed liquor, beer, and wine; keep the bar stocked and restock as needed.
Ensure ingredients and garnishes needed for beverages and signature cocktails are available.
Immediately communicate problems such as lighting or cooling unit issues to management.
Leave the bar and coffee station clean and fully stocked at the end of the shift.
Assist with delivery tablets and delivery couriers as needed.
Maintain expertise on the food, wine, and cocktail menus.
Attend continuing education classes when provided.
Be knowledgeable about the company’s brand and offerings.