Bartender l 375 Reserve (Wine Bar)

Paradies Lagardère•New York, NY

About The Position

The Bartender provides first-class service to guests, business partners, and peers at the 375 Reserve Wine Bar. The role takes and prepares drink and food orders, shares menu information, and seeks opportunities for additional sales. The Bartender processes transactions, responds to customer concerns, and follows alcohol-awareness procedures. The position also maintains a clean, sanitized, and stocked bar; manages beverage and operating-supply inventory; and follows applicable health, safety, sanitation, and food-safety requirements. The role reports to the General Manager and is classified as non-exempt.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 1 year of bartending experience.
Knowledge of math for calculating costs, making change, and handling cash.
Good communication skills and the ability to work independently and with team members.
Ability to work unsupervised for extended periods and exercise good judgment with customers and peers.
Ability to work various shifts in a 7/365 team-oriented environment.
Excellent customer-service skills and effective communication ability.
Self-starter able to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and unexpected situations.
Proficiency in reading, writing, and mathematics.
Ability to lift at least 25 pounds and perform essential functions including standing, bending, reaching, climbing a ladder, and walking long distances.
Ability to stand for long periods and work in environments with varying temperatures.

Nice To Haves

Food and beverage experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Provide first-class service and behavior to every guest, business partner, and peer.
Greet guests, take drink and food orders, explain menu items, and identify opportunities for additional sales.
Prepare beverages according to recipes and directions.
Accurately process transactions through the POS.
Respond appropriately to customer concerns.
Follow alcohol-awareness procedures to prevent intoxication and address intoxicated guests.
Keep the bar clean, sanitized, and well stocked.
Follow health, safety, and sanitation guidelines.
Inventory beverages and operating supplies and order replacements as needed.
Build guest loyalty and improve selling skills using available training materials.
Maintain a clean, organized work area free of safety hazards, including sweeping and mopping as needed.
Comply with applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations, including food-safety requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.