Bar Attendant, Barista Substitute

mcrhotels.com; New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in hospitality is seeking a dedicated Bar Attendant/Barista to join their vibrant team. This role involves ensuring a welcoming environment for guests, performing essential opening and closing duties, and maintaining cleanliness and organization of the bar area. If you have a passion for customer service and enjoy working in a dynamic setting, this position offers the opportunity to enhance your skills in a supportive environment. Join this forward-thinking company and contribute to creating memorable experiences for guests while developing your expertise in specialty coffee and bar operations.

Qualifications

• Strong customer service skills and ability to maintain cleanliness.
• Ability to lift and carry objects up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Perform opening and closing duties, including setting up supplies.
• Maintain cleanliness of work areas and assist guests with service needs.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Ability to Lift 50 Pounds

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Bar Equipment

Cleaning Supplies

Job description

811 7th Avenue, W 53rd St, New York, NY 10019, USA

Job Description

Posted Monday, March 17, 2025 at 4:00 AM | Expires Sunday, March 30, 2025 at 3:59 AM

The Bar Attendant/Barista at the Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel is responsible for complete opening and closing duties including setting up necessary supplies and tools, cleaning all equipment and areas, locking doors, etc. Check with captain or supervisor before leaving at end of shift. Set up, stock, and maintain work areas. Stock ice, glassware, and paper supplies. Remove soiled wares from bar top and tables. Maintain cleanliness and condition of work areas, bar, bar unit, tables, and other tools, following all set-up guidelines.

Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures; report accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager; and complete safety training and certifications. Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional, maintain confidentiality of proprietary information, and protect company assets. Welcome and acknowledge all guests according to company standards, anticipate and address guests’ service needs, assist individuals with disabilities, and thank guests with genuine appreciation. Speak with others using clear and professional language. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others, and support team to reach common goals. Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards. Read and visually verify information in a variety of formats (e.g., small print). Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time or for an entire work shift. Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 50 pounds without assistance. Grasp, turn, and manipulate objects of varying size and weight, requiring fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. Move over sloping, uneven, or slippery surfaces as well as up and down stairs and/or service ramps. Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping. Learn how to make specialty coffees and refreshers to assist with our Starbucks operation. Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.