Server/ Bartender (JALC)
About The Position
Great Performances is a leading catering, events, and hospitality company in the greater New York area, known for its innovative menus, striking design, impeccable service, and attention to detail. They provide food services in various New York City cultural institutions, including Jazz at Lincoln Center. Great Performances is seeking a Part-Time Server/Bartender to join their team at Dizzy’s Club at Jazz at Lincoln Center. This role involves providing exceptional hospitality in a lively, fast-paced environment where world-class jazz meets outstanding service. The ideal candidate will be welcoming, professional, team-oriented, and capable of providing both table and bar service to create memorable guest experiences. The position requires evening availability, including late nights and weekends.
Requirements
- 1–2 years of previous serving and bartending experience within the restaurant or hospitality industry preferred.
- Strong knowledge of cocktails, beer, wine, and responsible alcohol service.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and guest-service skills.
- Ability to multitask and remain composed in a fast-paced environment.
- Professional, dependable, punctual, and team-oriented.
- Must be available to work a flexible part-time schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds, bend, stand, reach, perform repetitive tasks, and stand for extended periods throughout the shift.
- Must be able to provide valid documentation of legal eligibility to work in the United States.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in a high-volume restaurant, entertainment venue, or upscale hospitality environment is a plus.
- TIPS certification is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Provide warm, attentive, and professional service to all guests.
- Welcome guests, answer menu questions, and make food and beverage recommendations.
- Take accurate food and beverage orders and ensure timely delivery.
- Anticipate guest needs and respond promptly to requests.
- Maintain a polished and professional presence throughout each shift.
- Serve food, cocktails, beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages according to established service standards.
- Demonstrate knowledge of menu offerings, ingredients, beverages, and daily specials.
- Accurately enter orders and process guest payments using the POS system.
- Follow all responsible alcohol service requirements and procedures.
- Assist with bar setup, service, restocking, and breakdown as assigned.
- Maintain appropriate levels of glassware, beverages, garnishes, and service supplies.
- Keep tables, service stations, and bar areas clean, organized, and guest-ready.
- Assist fellow team members during high-volume service periods.
- Work collaboratively with bartenders, servers, culinary staff, management, and other team members.
- Follow food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards.
- Complete opening, closing, and side-work responsibilities.
- Help maintain the high level of hospitality expected at Dizzy’s Club.
Benefits
- Unpaid Safe & Sick Time
- Accrued Paid Safe & Sick Time
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
