Bartender - Highlight Room New York

Tao Group Hospitality•New York, NY

About The Position

Prepares all beverages for guests and venue servers. Actively takes orders, conducts full and complete food/beverage service, and monitors guests’ bar/dining experience. Interacts with the bar guests, team members, and supervisors in a polite and courteous manner to ensure gracious hospitality.

Requirements

Minimum 2 years bartender experience or equivalent related Tao Group Hospitality experience required
Minimum 2 years of food and beverage experience required
Experience in a high-volume restaurant/nightclub/lounge
Comprehensive knowledge of classic cocktails required
Basic familiarity with wine varietals and classic regions around the world required
Ability to write, read, and verbally communicate
Must have good positive energy throughout the day
Must be able to print legibly for Team Members, management, and guests to read
Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
Must be able to move quickly
Must be able to push and lift up to 75 lbs. with or without assistance
Work in an environment that is subject to varying levels of noise, crowds, and smoke, the severity of which depends upon the guest volume
May work extended hours irregular shifts, evening and/or weekend shifts, and holiday work may be required
Exposure to cleaning materials
May work extended hours irregular shifts, evening and/or weekend shifts, and holiday work may be required
Office, Casino, Nightclub, Bar, Lounge, and/or Restaurant working environment
Maintain a professional, neat, and well-groomed appearance adhering to Company standards
Must be effective as part of a team; ability to interact with internal and external customers, managers, and co-workers in a professional, courteous manner
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to handle a fast-paced, busy, and somewhat stressful environment

Responsibilities

Anticipate and accommodate the needs of the guests
Provides professional and exceptional service
Presents menus, answers questions, and makes suggestions for all food and beverage items
Inform guests of all food and beverage specials, with prices
Required to solicit any allergy or dietary restrictions from each guest
Accurately enter all orders into the POS system and follow proper cash/payment card procedures
Ensures the delivery of all food and beverage to the guests at the bar and lounge (where applicable)
Maintain general cleanliness of bar and bar area and the entire venue
Makes sure all liquor displays and shelving are organized, and par levels are maintained
Follow supervisor’s instructions, communicate with and support co-workers, and be a team player
Possesses in-depth knowledge of all food and beverage menus and the company
Serves all alcoholic beverages in accordance with all state regulations and alcohol awareness training standards
Complies with Department of Health and company sanitation standards
Accurately completes all end-of-shift financial procedures
Communicates the needs of the guests to Front-of-House and Heart-of-House support staff, managers, and chefs
Properly sets up the bar stations, performs side-work and other opening/closing procedures as directed by management, including:
Ensures the bar and bar area is clean and free of debris
Sets bar with proper equipment, and settings as required
Wipes down bar-top, bar stools, lounge tables, and chairs
Stocks bar stations with prescribed supplies
Completes opening duties as assigned or directed
Completes closing duties as assigned or directed
Reports all breakage, and damage of equipment or furniture immediately to management
Attends and participates in daily pre-service meetings
Attends and participates in any training sessions or departmental meetings
Learn by listening, observing other team members, and sharing knowledge while leading by example
Portrays a positive and professional attitude
Demonstrates knowledge of Tao Group Hospitality, its partners, and supporting hotel environments
Works as part of a team and provides help and support to all fellow team members
Assist and/ or complete additional tasks as assigned