Bartender

Stonebridge Hospitality Associates; New York (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO

401(k) matching

Wellness support

Life & disability

Savings accounts

Tuition aid

Travel perks

Job summary

Stonebridge Hospitality Associates in New York, NY is seeking a Bartender to mix, pour, and serve beverages for outlets and events. This role emphasizes guest satisfaction while complying with safety and legal beverage service guidelines.

The ideal candidate has experience in bartending or food & beverage, knows drink preparation and cash handling with POS, and holds a NYC Food Handlers license (TIPS certification preferred or obtained within 30 days).

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a bartender or in a food and beverage role is preferred.
• Knowledge of drink mixing, garnishing, and serving techniques.
• Ability to handle cash and process payments accurately using POS systems.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks.
• Knowledge of alcohol safety regulations, with TIPS certification (or must be obtained within 30 days of hire).
• Must have NYC Food handlers license

Responsibilities

• Mix, pour, and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipes and guest preferences.
• Set up and stock the bar with necessary beverages, glassware, and supplies before each shift or event.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bar area, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
• Monitor guest consumption of alcohol and follow established guidelines for responsible beverage service.
• Interact with guests in a friendly and professional manner, providing prompt and courteous service.
• Process guest payments accurately using point-of-sale (POS) systems.
• Restock bar supplies and beverages as needed throughout the shift.
• Ensure proper handling of cash and credit transactions, following hotel or outlet procedures.
• Assist with inventory management and report any shortages or discrepancies to the Bar Manager.
• Follow opening and closing procedures, including cleaning bar equipment and securing stock.
• Handle guest inquiries or complaints promptly, ensuring a positive guest experience.

Skills

TIPS Certification

NYC Food Handler License

Tools

POS systems

Job description

City, State:

New York, New York

Title: Bartender

Location: NY, NY

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Status: Full-time

Reports to: Department head

Pay Range: $25-27

Job Summary

The Bartender is responsible for mixing, pouring, and serving both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages as required by the outlet or banquet event order. This role ensures guest satisfaction while adhering to safety and legal guidelines for beverage service.

Essential Functions and Duties

• Mix, pour, and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipes and guest preferences.
• Set up and stock the bar with necessary beverages, glassware, and supplies before each shift or event.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bar area, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
• Monitor guest consumption of alcohol and follow established guidelines for responsible beverage service.
• Interact with guests in a friendly and professional manner, providing prompt and courteous service.
• Process guest payments accurately using point-of-sale (POS) systems.
• Restock bar supplies and beverages as needed throughout the shift.
• Ensure proper handling of cash and credit transactions, following hotel or outlet procedures.
• Assist with inventory management and report any shortages or discrepancies to the Bar Manager.
• Follow opening and closing procedures, including cleaning bar equipment and securing stock.
• Handle guest inquiries or complaints promptly, ensuring a positive guest experience.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Required Experience, Education, and Skills

• Previous experience as a bartender or in a food and beverage role is preferred.
• Knowledge of drink mixing, garnishing, and serving techniques.
• Ability to handle cash and process payments accurately using POS systems.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks.
• Knowledge of alcohol safety regulations, with TIPS certification (or must be obtained within 30 days of hire).
• Must have NYC Food handlers license

Work Environment

• Primarily an indoor environment, with frequent standing and walking required during shifts.
• Exposure to bar equipment and cleaning chemicals.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 lbs.
• Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays as required.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the team member for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Stonebridge is committed to equal employment opportunities. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or medical condition. All aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, advancement, compensation, benefits, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, layoff, recall, and termination, will be conducted without discrimination. Reasonable accommodations will be made for disabled team members.

Resumes and applications for employment will be evaluated based on qualifications and the ability to meet the position's requirements.

All Stonebridge openings are projected to close within 30 days of the original posting date. This position will no longer be available 30 days from: 2026-11-06

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• PTO
• 401(k) matching
• wellness support
• life and disability coverage
• savings accounts
• tuition aid
• travel and lodging perks

Legal Statement

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.