Elevated Bartender & Maître D — Cocktails & Guests

Simplevenue; New York (NY); On-site; USD 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tips included

Job summary

Sushi by Bou is seeking a Bartender/Maître d’ to enhance the guest experience through beverage service, guest engagement and service coordination. Depending on the shift, duties may focus on bartending or Maître d’ responsibilities.

Ideal candidates bring strong beverage knowledge and a confident, guest-focused presence. Responsibilities include greeting guests, coordinating seating, crafting cocktails and offering wine recommendations, while maintaining smooth service and collaboration with the

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of bartending and front of house experience in upscale hospitality.
• Strong knowledge of cocktails, wine and spirits.
• Able to shift between beverage and guest-facing duties.
• Approachable, perceptive and confident with guests.
• Clear communication and good judgment.
• Strong organization and attention to detail.
• Ability to remain composed during busy service.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Must meet applicable age and certification requirements for serving alcohol.

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests and coordinate reservations and seating.
• Prepare cocktails and serve sake, wine and other beverages.
• Make informed recommendations based on guest preferences.
• Support the timing and organization of each seating.
• Communicate with chefs and front-of-house team members throughout service.
• Respond to guest needs and concerns appropriately.
• Maintain stocked and orderly service areas.
• Complete opening and closing responsibilities.

Skills

Bartending

Front of house

Cocktails

Wine & Spirits

Communication

Organization

Guest service

Evenings/weekends

Job description

Sushi by Bou is seeking a Bartender/Maître d’ to enhance the guest experience through beverage service, guest engagement and service coordination. Depending on the shift, duties may focus on bartending or Maître d’ responsibilities.

Ideal candidates bring strong beverage knowledge and a confident, guest-focused presence. Responsibilities include greeting guests, coordinating seating, crafting cocktails and offering wine recommendations, while maintaining smooth service and collaboration with the