Bartender

Gracious Hospitality Management; New York (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Gracious Hospitality Management is seeking a Bartender for its new fried chicken concept, COQODAQ, in New York. The ideal candidate will excel in customer service, beverage preparation, and maintaining a welcoming bar environment. Join a team committed to exceptional hospitality and become part of a Michelin-starred legacy.

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits

Flexible Spending Account/Health Savings Account

Commuter Benefits

Referral Bonus Program

Career Advancement Opportunities

Employee Recognition Awards

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Must be of legal age to serve alcohol.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.
• Extensive knowledge of classic and house beverages.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cocktails and beverages for customers at the bar.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bar area.
• Provide excellent customer service and hospitality.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Food Handler’s Certification

Tools

Restaurant management software

Job description

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A new concept from Michelin-starred COTE Korean Steakhouse, unveiling its highly anticipated opening: COQODAQ, our new fried chicken concept, which is just two blocks from our COTE NYC location.

Gracious Hospitality Management is first and foremost an outstanding hospitality company that conceptualizes Michelin-starred and James Beard nominated restaurants. We focus on both passion and profitability. We are professionals committed to ensuring exceptional hospitality and service to our customers. GHM has been honored with receiving a Michelin star eight years in a row for its restaurants Piora, Cote Korean Steakhouse & COTE Miami.

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Job Summary:

Bartenders are dynamic hospitality professionals responsible for all aspects of the customer experience at the bar and executing beverage recipes to standard for all dining room customers. Bartenders work alongside their Bar Backs as a team to ensure warm and accommodating service at their bar.

Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities:

Job duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Completes all assigned side work related to set up and breakdown of the bar. Ensures the bar is well-stocked with glasses, coasters, napkins, straws, ice, liquor, wine, and beer.
• Greets all customers who visit the bar or enter the restaurant’s dining area.
• Maintains responsible service of alcohol to all customers including checking identification for proof of age.
• Makes recommendations and answers all menu inquiries.
• Takes orders from customers and ensures 100% accuracy when entering orders into the system.
• Provides hospitality and service to all customers drinking or dining at the bar including spieling menus and upselling the customer experience.
• Ascertains allergies and dietary restrictions and works with section management and chefs to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all customers.
• Prepares cocktails and beverages, and pours wines for all customers at the bar and in the restaurant. Runs drinks from the bar to the customer.
• Clear dead glassware, and makes additional beverage sales at the bar and in the restaurant.
• Extensive knowledge and execution of classic and house beverages.
• Handles cash, credit, and debit card transactions, ensuring charges are accurate, returning correct change to patrons, and balancing the cash register.
• Alerts management to any customer experiences that fall short of our standards of excellence.
• Maintains inventory levels for all liquor, beer, wine, and bar items for service to customers.
• Maintains the appearance of the bar and lounge at all times. Adheres to safety and health standards set forth by the Local Department of Health.
• Completes all assigned side work related to set up and breakdown of bar area and restocking the bar for the next shift.
• Organizes and shelves beer and liquor deliveries.
• Prepares juices, mixes, syrups, garnishes, etc.
• Ensures the bar is well-stocked with glasses, coasters, napkins, straws, ice, liquor, wine, and beer.
• Maintains a clean work and dining area by removing trash, cleaning bar top, washing glasses, utensils, and equipment.
• Performs inventory at the direction of the Bar Manager. Responsible for training new employees as assigned.
• Updates knowledge and skills continuously by participating in staff training opportunities.
• Assists other stations or areas of the restaurant when requested by management.
  
  

Standards:

• Display knowledge of COQODAQ brand, culture, and product.
• Demonstrate the Company’s core values of people, learning, culture, relationships, sustainability and stewardship.
• Maintain professional and respectful behavior when in contact with customer, management, and teammates.
• Present a polished personal appearance, adhering to company grooming standards outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures outlined in handbooks, manuals, and other company documents.
• Attend and participate in all scheduled meetings, training sessions, and continuing education activities.
• Take care of all company property.
• Maintain safety, cleanliness, and sanitation standards.
• Comply with federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
  
  

Qualifications:

• Must have the ability to read, speak, understand, follow written directions, and verbal instructions in English.
• Must be reachable by email and able to communicate via phone as well.
• Communicates information effectively and efficiently.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Possesses a positive, results-oriented, team-player mentality.
• Ability to perform job duties and responsibilities well and maintain professionalism and composure under pressure and in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Ability to under pressure and maintain professionalism when working under stress.
• Knowledge of workplace safety procedures and local Department of Health standards.
• Food Handler’s Certification or the ability to obtain in accordance with federal, state, or local regulations and/or Company policy.
• Able to work a flexible schedule in order to accommodate business levels (weekend, nights, and holiday availability required). We will endeavor to provide reasonable accommodations for sincerely held religious beliefs.
• Must be of legal age to serve alcohol.
• Certification for responsible alcohol service or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Familiarity with restaurant management software such as point of sales, reservations management, inventory management, Microsoft Office, and Google Workspace.
• Ability to execute steps of service in adherence with company policy.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent communication with management and teammates.
• Extensive knowledge and expert execution of classic and house beverages.
  
  

New York State’s Pay Transparency Law requires employers to include a range of pay forall advertised job, promotion, or transfer opportunities.

New York Pay Range: $16.50 USD - $16.50 USD

Benefits (with variation for full-time/part-time employment):

• Structured, generous compensation for all positions
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• Flexible Spending Account/Health Savings Account
• Commuter Benefits
• Referral Bonus Program
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Employee Recognition Awards
• Paid Time Off
  
  

COQODAQ fully complies with all applicable federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws by providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, and genetic information (including family medical history), or any other legally protected status.

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job should contact the Human Resources department at [e-mail].

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Services

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