Beverage Bartender

Resorts World Hudson Valley; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Resorts World Hudson Valley is seeking a Bartender to interact with guests, mix cocktails, and provide exceptional service in a high-volume environment. You will greet guests, verify ages, prepare drinks, and maintain a clean, well-stocked bar while handling transactions efficiently.

The role requires strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and knowledge of local alcohol regulations. A NYS Food Handlers Permit and a Tips Certification are necessary for employment at the property.

Qualifications

• Greet guests and take beverage orders directly from guests.
• Check IDs to verify age for alcohol purchases.
• Mix drinks, cocktails, and other bar beverages as ordered.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary bar and ensure it's fully equipped.
• Restock and replenish bar inventory and supplies.
• Comply with all food and beverage regulations.
• Process bills and handle transactions.
• Enforce rules to limit problems and liability.
• Develop an efficient work pace to satisfy guests at the bar and dining room.
• Understand local ID laws to prevent issues.
• Manage guest intake to prevent over-intoxication.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests and take beverage orders directly from guests.
• Mix drinks and bar beverages as ordered.
• Keep the bar clean, organized, and fully stocked.
• Handle transactions and process guest bills.
• Enforce regulations and ensure safety and compliance.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Fast-paced environment

Regulatory knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

ABC license

NYS Food Handlers Permit

Job description

The Bartender is responsible for positive guest interactions, as well as the ability to mix and serve beverages to guests in a high-paced environment. At all times, bartenders are expected to pay close attention to our guests needs and make them feel welcome, relaxed and comfortable. Must obtain a Tips Certification.

Essential Functions:

• Greet guests, take beverage orders directly from guests.
• Checks identification of customers to verify age requirements for purchase of alcohol.
• Mixes drinks, cocktails, and other bar beverages as ordered.
• Ensures that the assigned bar is neatly kept and fully equipped with tools and products needed for mixing beverages and serving guests.
• Maintains a clean and sanitary environment.
• Restocks and replenishes bar inventory and supplies.
• Complies with all food and beverage regulations.
• Processes guests’ bills, handle money and transactions in a cash register.
• Enforces rules and regulations to limit problems and liability.
• Develops an efficient work pace that keeps the guests at the bar and dining room satisfied at all times.
• Keeps bottles organized, and wash glasses as needed.
• Understands the local identification and drinking age laws in order to prevent problems.
• Manages the intake of each guest to prevent over intoxication and drinking and driving.

Performs other tasks as assigned.

Core Competencies:

• Demonstrates consistent regard and dedication to guests, vendors, colleagues and the Company by being engaged, interested and productive
• Demonstrates a working knowledge of our marketplace; actively and collaboratively assists in building the best practices necessary for the Company’s success
• Demonstrates an understanding of the impact actions and decisions have on the Company both financially and on guest relations
• Demonstrates the courage and initiative to present new ideas and perspective to create positive results
• Exhibits respectful consideration of viewpoints, situations and others
• Puts the guest at the forefront of every decision

Essential Requirements:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills required
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail required
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge in all applicable rules and regulations

Knowledge/Work Experience:

• Must be 21 years or older
• High school diploma or G.E.D preferred
• One (1) year experience in customer service and bartending in a high-volume establishment preferred
• ABC license
• Must have a NYS Food Handlers Permit