Cocktail Server - Avenue Sky Lounge New York

Tao Group; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pet Insurance

401(k) Retirement Program

Employee Discounts

State Applicable Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

TAO Savings Marketplace

Job summary

Tao Group is seeking part-time team members for a cocktail server position in New York City. Candidates should have a passion for hospitality and be able to provide exceptional service in a fast-paced environment.

The role includes taking orders, serving food and beverages, and ensuring a clean and welcoming experience for guests. Previous experience in hospitality, particularly as a cocktail server, is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have previous hospitality and cocktail server experience.
• Ability to communicate and interact with guests professionally.
• Physical ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 75 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Take orders and provide complete beverage/food service.
• Maintain cleanliness of stations and venue.
• Communicate guests' needs to support staff.

Skills

Customer service

Food and beverage knowledge

POS system operation

Team collaboration

Physical stamina

Education

Previous hospitality experience

Cocktail server experience

Experience in high-volume environments

Job description

New York, NY, United States

Job Description

Part-time team members who meet the requirements are eligible for:

State Applicable Time Off

Pet Insurance

401(k) Retirement Program with Employer Match

Employee Assistance Program

TAO Savings Marketplace

Employee Discounts and much more!

Actively takes orders, conducts full and complete beverage/food service, and monitors guests’ lounge/bar experience. Interacts with the lounge/ bar guests, fellow team members, and supervisors in a polite and courteous manner to ensure gracious hospitality.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

Anticipate and accommodate all needs of the guests

Provides professional and exceptional service

Presents menus, answers questions, and makes suggestions for all beverage and food items

Inform guests of all food and beverage specials, with prices

Required to solicit any allergy or dietary restrictions from each guest

Accurately enters all orders into the POS system

Ensures the delivery of all food and beverage to the guests

Maintain general cleanliness of assigned stations and the entire venue

Reports all breakage, and damage of equipment or furniture immediately to management

Follow supervisor’s instructions, communicate with and support co-workers, and be a team player

Possesses in-depth knowledge of all food and beverage menus and the company

Serves all beverages in accordance with all state regulations and alcohol awareness training standards

Follows all company procedures when providing bottle service

Complies with Department of Health and company sanitation standards

Accurately completes all end-of-shift financial procedures

Communicates the needs of the guests to Front-of-House and Heart-of-House support staff, managers, and chefs

Properly sets-up cocktail lounge/bar and side stations, performs side-work and other opening/closing procedures as directed by management, including:

Ensures all lounge furniture is clean and free of debris

Sets tables with proper settings

Stocks side-stations with prescribed supplies

Completes opening duties as assigned or directed.

Completes closing duties as assigned or directed.

Attends and participates in daily pre-service meetings

Attends and participates in any training sessions or departmental meetings

Learn by listening, observing other team members, and sharing knowledge while leading by example

Portrays a positive and professional attitude

Demonstrates knowledge of Tao Group Hospitality, its partners, and supporting hotel environments

Works as part of a team and provides help and support to all team members

Assist and/ or complete additional tasks as assigned

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

Tao Group Hospitality in-venue cocktail server training

EDUCATION/WORKING KNOWLEDGE:

Previous hospitality experience preferred

Previous cocktail server or floor server experience preferred

Experience in a high-volume restaurant/nightclub/lounge

SKILLS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT / SCHEDULE

The work environment characteristics and/or physical demands described here are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions

Ability to write, read, and verbally communicate

Must have good positive energy throughout the day

Must be able to print legibly for Team Members, management, and guests to read

Must be able to stand for extended periods of time

Must be able to move quickly

Must be able to push and lift up to 75 lbs. with or without assistance

Work in an environment that is subject to varying levels of noise, crowds, and smoke, the severity of which depends upon the guest volume

May work extended hours irregular shifts, evening and/or weekend shifts, and holiday work may be required

Exposure to cleaning materials

May work extended hours irregular shifts, evening and/or weekend shifts, and holiday work may be required

Office, Casino, Nightclub, Bar, Lounge, and/or Restaurant working environment

Maintain a professional, neat, and well-groomed appearance adhering to Company standards

Must be effective as part of a team; ability to interact with internal and external customers, managers, and co-workers in a professional, courteous manner

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Ability to handle a fast-paced, busy, and somewhat stressful environment

Job Info

• Job Identification 9570
• Job Category Peak New York
• Posting Date 09/24/2026, 05:57 PM
• Job Schedule Part time
• Locations 30 Hudson Yards, New York, NY, 10001, US