Craft Beverage & Guest Experience Specialist

Avion Hospitality; Town of Fishkill (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Avion Hospitality is seeking a Bartender to prepare drinks, serve beverages and meals, and coordinate lounge/bar activities in a fast-paced setting. You will verify ages, present menus, and handle orders from guests and staff while maintaining a high level of service.

The role requires 3–6 months of related experience, an Alcohol Awareness Certification, and strong English communication. You will ensure responsible service and keep the bar area organized, clean, and compliant with safety

Qualifications

• Three to six months related experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Alcohol Awareness Certification (must comply with State regulations).
• Requires the ability to read, write, and speak the English language.

Responsibilities

• Checks identification of customers to verify age requirements for purchase of alcohol.
• Presents menu, answers questions and takes food and beverage orders from guests and/or serving staff.
• Prepares drink orders including wine, liquor, and beer.
• Prepare appetizers and food items according to recipes and standards.
• Monitors seating in lounge/bar area ensuring all guests are served.
• Computes bill and accepts payment; tracks and balances sales receipts.
• Attempts to limit problems and liability related to customers' excessive drinking by taking steps such as discontinuing alcohol service and notifying management of potential problem(s).
• Cleans bars, work areas, and tables, as well as glasses, utensils, and bar equipment.
• Maintains kitchen and lounge station by keeping area tidy; clean and stock kitchen and bar at the end of each shift.
• Plan, organize, and control the operations of the lounge/bar area.
• Slice and pit fruit for garnishing drinks.
• Arrange bottles and glasses to make attractive displays.
• Create drink recipes.
• Inventories liquor, food, supplies and equipment weekly. Order or requisition supplies as needed.
• Ensures tips are reported properly for tax processing.

Skills

English proficiency

Customer service

Problem solving

Professionalism

Time management

Education

Alcohol Awareness Certification

Job description

Avion Hospitality is seeking a Bartender to prepare drinks, serve beverages and meals, and coordinate lounge/bar activities in a fast-paced setting. You will verify ages, present menus, and handle orders from guests and staff while maintaining a high level of service.

The role requires 3–6 months of related experience, an Alcohol Awareness Certification, and strong English communication. You will ensure responsible service and keep the bar area organized, clean, and compliant with safety