Bartender

Scratch Restaurants Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Job summary

A leading hospitality group in New York City is seeking a Bartender to deliver exceptional service and manage the beverage program. Ideal candidates should have strong knowledge of wine and cocktails, excellent communication skills, and a guest-focused attitude. Responsibilities include cocktail preparation, guest interactions, and maintaining cleanliness. Availability for shifts, including evenings and weekends, is essential. Join a dynamic team making waves in the culinary scene.

Qualifications

• Must maintain professionalism at all times.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize projects.
• Exemplary hygiene and guest-focused attitude.

Responsibilities

• Provide outstanding guest services with a warm environment.
• Prepare batch cocktails and make beverage recommendations.
• Assist with inventory control and complete training as assigned.

Skills

Knowledge of Wine

Cocktail Preparation

Excellent Communication

Positive Guest Interaction

Education

Valid Food Handling Certification

Responsible Alcohol Certification

Job description

Per diem • Sushi by Scratch Restaurants: New York City

• Paid time off

The ideal candidate will be able to create and maintain a unique cocktail program to compliment the cuisine. You will also be required to understand the steps of service and provide support where needed, outside of your beverage responsibilities. Knowledge of Japanese spirits, sake and beer is not required.

Position Summary

The role of the Bartender is to provide primary support to the Front of House and to execute the beverage program per the direction of the Company standards. The bartender will need to possess, deliver, practice and utilize strong work ethics, executive fine dining bar service with a specialty knowledge of wine and cocktails and mocktails. The position is responsible for the various tasks involved in the front of house operations including constant positive interaction with guests and team (culinary and front of house), ability to prepare batch cocktails, make beverage pairing recommendations, as well as maintain a pristine area of operation. The position requires availability to work regular scheduled shifts and special events.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure that each guest receives outstanding guest services by providing a warm and inviting environment, including greeting and acknowledging every guest; and by maintaining elevated standards, having product knowledge, a solid understanding of the mechanics of service, and all other components of guest services.
• Knowledgeable in the following areas: Wine, Cocktails or Mocktails with emphasis on Japanese Whisky and Sake for pairings.
• Concise communication with the General Manager and Chef de Cuisine for guest related allergy concerns.
• Reports on time and works the entirety of all services dressed and prepared for service.
• Complete prep work.
• Works cleanly and efficiently.
• Able to connect with guests and make beverage recommendations.
• Completes nightly and deep cleaning checklists.
• Assist with inventory control and reporting low quantities of product.
• Complete all required trainings as assigned.
• Assist in other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• Valid Food Handling and Responsible Alcohol Certifications.
• Maintain professionalism at all times when outside of work and in social environments (including all social media outlets) – understanding that you are a representative of Scratch Restaurant Group.
• Ability to multi‑task and prioritize projects/tasks.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent hygiene.
• Guest and Team focused attitude.
• Availability to work within expected hours of operation (e.g. evenings, holidays, weekends).
• Ability to work collaboratively with Chef de Cuisine, Management and Team.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Scratch Restaurants started when Chefs Phillip Frankland Lee and Margarita Kallas‑Lee decided they wanted to put their personal spin on what a restaurant concept could be. Although each of their concepts are independent and unique from one another, the constant thread that ties all of Scratch Restaurants together is the dedication to the artisanal “from scratch” approach to hospitality. Currently featuring and expanding our Sushi|Bar and Pasta|Bar tasting menu concepts.

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