Bartender/Server

Grimmales; New York (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Grimmales is seeking a Server/Bartender for their Grimm Tavern located in New York, NY. The role involves providing an exceptional dining experience by mastering table service and showcasing a robust knowledge of craft beer.

The ideal candidate has over 2 years of experience in a similar high-volume setting, demonstrates strong communication and organizational skills, and effectively bridges the gap between guests and kitchen/bar operations.

This role requires flexibility in scheduling and maintaining a positive atmosphere for both guests and staff.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of high-volume server experience in a restaurant or craft tavern.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, variable temperature environment.

Responsibilities

• Execute high-standard table service and manage a high volume of guests.
• Communicate effectively between kitchen, bar, and guests.
• Promote a culture of inclusiveness and respect.

Skills

High-volume server experience

Craft beer knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Proficiency in tray service

Tools

POS system (Toast)

Job description

If interested send your cover letter and resume to [e-mail].

GRIMM TAVERN SERVER/BARTENDER

The Server at Grimm Tavern is responsible for executing a high-standard dining and beverage experience. This role requires a technical focus on high-volume table management and a deep, functional understanding of our kitchen and brewery production. You are expected to move with speed, maintain a “full hands” efficiency, and serve as the primary expert on our rotating food and beverage menus.

Reports To:

General Manager / Bar Lead

Overall duties include (but are not limited to):

• Mastery of table service with an anticipatory service mindset.
• Works with a full hands approach.
• Assisting with food running.
• Demonstrate an understanding of craft beer and Grimm portfolio
• Confidently guide guests through menu, including detailed knowledge of ingredients, allergens, and pairings
• Capable of solving floor issues independently
• Bridge the gap between the bar, kitchen, and guests with clear, effective messaging.
• Actively promote a culture of respect, inclusiveness, and a positive employee experience.
• Capable of clearly communicating needs to the bar, kitchen from guests.
• Constantly look for ways to improve steps of service and inventory management.
• Execute orders with speed on our POS system.
• Ability to stand and walk for long shifts, navigate stairs while carrying heavy trays, and work in a variable-temperature brewery environment.compromise.

Qualities of the Grimm Tavern Server

• Confident, proactive and resourceful
• Communicates messages clearly and effectively
• Conscientious, detail-oriented, organized
• Delegates responsibilities and empowers FOH staff
• Must support and promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, and a positive employee experience.
• Constantly refining steps of service and inventory management

Requirements:

• 2+ years of high-volume server experience in a full-service restaurant or craft-focused tavern.
• Proficiency in tray service, multi-course pacing, and seat-number ordering.
• Must be able to continuously stand, walk, and carry large food trays or heavy bus tubs.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and committed to an anticipatory work ethic.
• Strong knowledge of craft beer, and wine
• Experience with crafting new cocktails preferred but not required
• Experience with Toast required
• Ability to continuously stand, walk up and down stairs, frequently bend, reach, and push; and work in confined spaces and close quarters with others
• Must be comfortable in a fast-paced, variable temperature environment and to work within our 38ºF cold box.

Schedule & Compensation:

• Flexibility and ability to work days, nights, weekends and holidays

Grimm Artisanal Ales is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, pregnancy, military status or any other category protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Grimm Artisanal Ales expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Grimm’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.