Bartender

Corner Table; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Bonus opportunity

Comprehensive benefits (medical, dent,

Vision, life insurance

401(k) with company match

Employee Assistance Program

Gym discounts

Commuter benefits

Referral bonus

Generous paid time off

Job summary

The Smith in New York City is seeking an enthusiastic Bartender to welcome guests, mix drinks, and create memorable experiences across bar and dining room. You will work with a collaborative team, follow recipes, and ensure responsible service while delivering warm, professional service.

We value guests, high standards, and a fun, energetic atmosphere. Prior barista experience is a plus, and a passion for hospitality helps you thrive in our busy environment.

Qualifications

• Honesty and integrity at high standards.
• Confident, detail-oriented.
• Team player with strong communication.
• Joy in making people happy; able to have fun at work.
• Love for the hospitality industry.
• Interested in learning about food and beverage.
• Willing to go above and beyond for guests.
• Previous experience as a Barista.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests at the bar and create an inviting environment.
• Communicate warmly and professionally, making guests feel valued.
• Collaborate with the Smith team to ensure a seamless guest experience.
• Prepare, mix, garnish, and serve drinks for bar and dining room guests, following recipes.
• Uphold responsible alcohol service and safety standards.
• Anticipate guest needs and provide attentive service throughout.
• Keep the bar clean, organized, and stocked during service.
• Maintain food safety and sanitation standards.

Skills

Team player

Excellent communication

Guest-focused service

Hospitality experience

Barista experience

Job description

THE SMITH

Our purpose is simple make people happy! Since 2007, we’ve served food people crave. We are passionate about taking great care of our employees, our guests, and our community. We are obsessed with building a positive, empowering, and supportive culture. We care about every meal and every moment. Walk in the door and you’re in for a great time. Whether it’s date night, drinks on the town, a big birthday bash, a working lunch, a boozy brunch, or an I-don’t-want-to-cook-tonight night, we’ve got you covered. The menu features bistro classics, seasonal fare, and craft cocktails. We believe in working closely with local farmers and purveyors that we trust to serve consistently delicious food and drinks. We have high standards for every ingredient, and we put thought into every bite.

THE POSITION: BARTENDER

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Welcome each guest at the bar and create an inviting environment
• Communicate with guests in a warm, professional manner, ensuring they feel valued and well cared for
• Work collaboratively with all Smith team members to support a seamless guest experience
• Prepare, mix, garnish, and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages for both bar and dining room guests, following standard recipes
• Maintain a strong understanding of responsible alcohol service and ensure compliance at all times
• Anticipate guest needs and provide attentive, proactive service throughout their experience
• Keep the bar area clean, organized, and fully stocked throughout service
• Uphold all food safety, handling, and sanitation standards to ensure the safety of guests and team members

WHAT MAKES YOU GREAT: (QUALIFICATIONS FOR ROLE)

• You exemplify the highest standards of honesty and integrity.
• You are highly confident in your abilities and are detail-oriented.
• You are a team player and have excellent communication skills.
• You genuinely get joy out of making people happy and are able to have fun while working
• You have a love and passion for the hospitality industry.
• Learning about food and beverage excites you.
• You are willing to go above and beyond to please guests.
• You have previous experience as a Barista

WHAT MAKES US GREAT: (OUR BENEFITS)

• Competitive hourly rate of pay
• Bonus opportunity
• Comprehensive benefits plan (medical, dental, vision, life insurance)
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Gym discounts
• Commuter benefits
• Referral bonus program
• Generous paid time off
• A collaborative, high-performing environment with a team that takes pride in their work

STATEMENT OF DIVERSITY

At Corner Table Restaurants, each person brings their own perspectives and experiences. We strive to create an environment that is consciously inclusive, psychologically, and physically safe, and ensures everyone can be heard and valued. Diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace are essential to living our Core Values. We create and promote a culture that advocates for the equality of everyone, and it is our mission to continually maintain an environment where all our team members and guests belong, are respected, and thrive while being their best authentic selves.

Corner Table Restaurants is an Equal Opportunity Employer