Bartender

Maxime's; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate Bartenders to join their team. In this role, you will create a welcoming atmosphere while serving a diverse clientele in a fine dining environment. Your expertise will help elevate the bar experience, ensuring that every drink is prepared to perfection. With a focus on exceptional service and hospitality, you will have the opportunity to work alongside a talented team, contributing to a culture of excellence. Enjoy comprehensive benefits, a supportive work environment, and the chance to grow your career in a vibrant setting. If you thrive in a dynamic atmosphere and have a passion for hospitality, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits plan

Generous paid time off

401k retirement savings plan

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Work life and wellness benefit platform

Discount program

Freshly prepared Staff Meal

Uniform and dry cleaning provided

$2000 refer a friend bonus

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years as a bartender in fine dining.
• Strong passion for food and beverage hospitality.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve beverages according to standard recipes.
• Ensure quality and efficiency of beverage service.
• Coordinate with managers for bar-related orders.

Skills

Exceptional hospitality

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Education

TIPS Certification

NYC DOH Certification

Tools

Restaurant POS systems

Tevalis

SevenRooms

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Maxime’s mission is to deliver excellence in service standards with enlightened hospitality. Exhibiting passion for what we do within the values of who we are. Inward looking rather than outward projecting. A club of comfort and discretion where members’ needs are met with personality and humility. An environment of stimulating décor, celebrating outstanding food and extraordinary wine. Our members will feel that they are in a private house, being looked after with the utmost care and professionalism by friendly and attentive staff.

Bartenders lead the bar atmosphere and culture of Maxime’s, executing the bar menu efficiently and accurately while building relationships with members. Bartenders work closely with all front- and back-of-house team members to uphold the standards of the bar program and create a welcoming atmosphere, elevating Maxime’s brand and service standards at all times.

Compensation And Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits plan, including medical, dental, vision and life insurance.
• Generous paid time off programs (vacation and personal days).
• 401k retirement savings plan with company match.
• Pre-tax commuter benefits.
• Work life and wellness benefit platform.
• Discount program offering Retail, Restaurants & Activities discounts.
• Freshly prepared Staff Meal whilst on duty.
• Uniform and dry cleaning provided.
• $2000 refer a friend bonus
• & more!
  
  

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepares and serves alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages in accordance with standard recipes for members at the bar as well as the main dining room
• Ensures the ongoing excellence in quality of bar items as well as the efficiency of beverage ticket times
• Ensures the techniques specific to each cocktail-build are accurate
• Adheres to all Department of Health and Safety standards related to food handling, hygiene, and alcohol service, including reviewing identification of all members to verify they are of legal drinking age
• Coordinates with Managers to compile all bar-related liquor, produce, and dry-goods orders weekly
• Helps members to make selections from food and beverage menus, suggesting courses and pairings, explaining any off-menu dishes, and answering all food preparation and ingredient questions
• Processes orders and payment transactions through POS, ensuring accuracy of checks and cash handling procedures
• Upsells additional menu items, beverages, and desserts to increase revenue and enhance member experience
  
  

Minimum Qualifications (education, Experience, Skills)

• Minimum 2+ years working as a bartender in a fine dining restaurant or hotel environment in a similar capacity.
• Has a passion for exceptional hospitality in food and beverage.
• Demonstrates strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Operates at a high level of integrity, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• TIPS Certification preferred.
• NYC DOH certification preferred.
• Familiarity with restaurant POS and reservations systems is preferred. Ability to learn and adapt to new systems (Tevalis & SevenRooms) required.
• Able to work nights, weekends and holidays, and variable schedule, per the needs of the business.
• Willingness to maintain a clean, healthy, and safe working environment.
• Ability to coordinate multiple activities with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision.
  
  

Candidates Can Expect

• Professional work collaboration with experts in the food and hospitality field
• Opportunity to work with a exceptional products and in unique environments
• To be part of a growing team and regularly engage together in cross- company dialogue and exchange
  
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Ability to be flexible with job demands and open-minded when being asked to complete tasks.
• Ability to operate and use all equipment necessary to run the restaurant.
• Ability to operate with grace under pressure.
• Ability to move or handle equipment throughout the restaurant generally weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work varied hours/days as business dictates.
• Ability to stand for up to 8-10 hours a day.
  
  

Maxime’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis race, color, creed, religion, gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related condition, sexual and reproductive health decisions, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual violence, or stalking, or any other legally protected status.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Hospitality

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