Bartender - Carversteak NY

Carver Road Hospitality•New York, NY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Carver Road Hospitality is seeking experienced, hospitality-driven Bartenders for its New York City portfolio, including Carversteak, Rosevale Cocktail Room, and Starchild Rooftop at the Civilian Hotel. The role combines precise craft cocktail preparation with warm, personalized guest service in a fast-paced, high-performance hospitality environment. Bartenders help shape the atmosphere and guest experience through cocktail expertise, product storytelling, thoughtful recommendations, and attention to detail. The position focuses on executing an elevated craft cocktail program with consistency, speed, and care for ingredient quality. Bartenders prepare and maintain fresh juices, house-made syrups, infusions, garnishes, and batched cocktails; contribute to seasonal menu development; and uphold cleanliness, operational, and Department of Health standards. The role also includes guest service, station setup and closeout, POS and cash handling, communication with front- and back-of-house teams, and ongoing professional learning and team support.

Requirements

Proven experience in a craft cocktail bar or high-level beverage program.
Strong understanding of classic cocktails, modern techniques, and flavor balance.
Hands-on experience with fresh juice programs, batching, infusions, and seasonal ingredients.
Precision, cleanliness, and discipline behind the bar while maintaining speed.
Ability to multitask while staying composed and attentive to detail in high-pressure environments.
Passion for hospitality and continuous learning.
Physical capability to perform the role, including standing, lifting, and repetitive motion.
Flexible availability for brunch, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

Interest in or aptitude for mentorship and supporting team growth.

Responsibilities

Maintain standards for fresh citrus, juices, syrups, shrubs, and batched cocktails, including proper labeling, dating, and storage.
Prepare or oversee daily mise en place, including fresh juice pressing, garnish preparation, batching, and station organization.
Execute cocktails to specification using jiggers, proper dilution and temperature control, and appropriate techniques such as stirring, shaking, and throwing.
Monitor ingredient quality and promptly address oxidation, spoilage, or inconsistencies.
Contribute to seasonal menu development, research and development, and ongoing refinement of cocktails and preparation processes.
Provide detail-driven service, anticipate guest needs, and create a personalized guest experience.
Engage guests through knowledge and storytelling about spirits, vermouths, amari, ingredients, and techniques.
Recommend spirit-forward, low-ABV, zero-proof, and food-pairing options based on guest preferences.
Monitor service pacing and flow to support seamless service at the bar and in the lounge.
Keep stations clean, organized, efficient, and fully stocked.
Complete opening and closing procedures, including attention to prep levels, par levels, and readiness for the following day.
Accurately complete POS entries, cash handling, and end-of-shift financials.
Communicate with front-of-house and back-of-house teams to support timely, accurate service and guest satisfaction.
Follow Department of Health standards, with particular attention to fresh and perishable products.
Participate in tastings, product training, and technique refinement.
Share knowledge and support team development to improve overall bar performance.
Maintain a disciplined, professional presence during high-volume service and take ownership of the bar as a craft environment.