Head Bartender: Compass Group in New York

Bar And Club; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Compass Group, Restaurant Associates, is hiring a Head Bartender for Marcel (Breuer Building) at 945 Madison Ave, New York, NY. This full-time hourly role focuses on bar setup, guest service, beverage presentation, cash handling, and compliance with NY liquor laws.

Ideal candidates have previous fine-dining experience, can work open availability, and will manage supplies, garnishes, stock, and bar organization during service.

Qualifications

• Previous fine-dining experience required.
• Open availability is essential.
• Ability to set up bar and manage supplies and garnishes.

Responsibilities

• Set up bar and stock supplies.
• Greet guests, take drink orders, mix drinks and present them.
• Check identification and ensure responsible alcohol service.
• Handle cash and charges and maintain bar security.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the bar area.

Skills

Fine-dining experience

Guest service

Cash handling

Bar setup & prep

Identification checks

Job description

# Head Bartender: Compass Group in New York**Compass Group**945 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10021 Start Date10/18/2026$22.00 USD Full-TimeMessage This Member NowCompass Group is hiring a Head Bartender for a full-time hourly position at 945 Madison Avenue in New York, NY. The role pays a fixed $22.00 per hour. The head bartender prepares and serves beverages, sets up the bar, manages supplies, handles guest orders and payments, and follows New York liquor laws. Previous fine-dining experience is required, and open availability is part of the schedule.The position sits within Compass Group's Restaurant Associates brand at Marcel in the Breuer building on Madison Avenue. The work covers bar preparation, guest service, beverage presentation, cash control, sanitation, and responses to intoxication or identification issues. The position includes access to the employer's full-time benefit programs, subject to plan terms and applicable rules.* **Role:** Head Bartender* **Employer:** Compass Group, Restaurant Associates* **Location:** 945 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10021* **Employment:** Full-time, hourly* **Pay:** $22.00 per hour* **Experience:** Previous fine-dining experience required* **Schedule:** Days and hours vary; open availability requiredApply for This PositionApplicants have the Head Bartender title, fine-dining experience, and availability for varying days and hours ready before applying. The position requires the ability to perform its essential functions satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodation available when applicable.## Bar Service At 945 Madison AvenueThe head bartender sets up each bar, stocks supplies, prepares garnishes and perishables, and returns bottles to storage after service. Beverage service includes greeting guests, taking drink orders, mixing drinks, presenting them, and checking identification.Service also includes cash and charge handling, product security, and bar organization. The bartender arranges bottles and glassware, washes and sterilizes stemware, and keeps the work area clean while service continues.* Prepare and serve alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages.* Stock supplies and prepare garnishes.* Check identification and respond to intoxication.* Handle cash, charges, products, and bar equipment.* Clean, organize, and sterilize service items.## Fine-Dining Experience And Guest CarePrevious fine-dining experience is the stated qualification for the role. Guest care depends on accurate drink orders, clear beverage presentation, responsible alcohol service, and direct attention to identification requirements.New York liquor laws govern the service of alcohol at the bar. The bartender also protects cash and product while maintaining the service area, so guest interaction and operational control remain part of the same shift.The bar work category includes roles built around beverage preparation, guest service, and venue operations. The job listings cover additional hospitality positions across the United States.## Restaurant Associates And MarcelRestaurant Associates is the Compass Group brand connected with the Madison Avenue position. The brand provides dining and event catering for museums, performing arts centers, and corporate settings.Marcel operates in the Breuer building on Madison Avenue. Roman and Williams designed the space in partnership with Sotheby's, while Chef-Partner Marie-Aude Rose and Executive Chef Juan Moncalvo lead a French-rooted continental menu with a pastry program and wine from Sotheby's cellar.The restaurant setting gives the role a service scope beyond drink mixing. Bar preparation, wine and beverage presentation, guest communication, and the care of glassware all take place within a fine-dining operation.## Full-Time Benefits And Work StandardsCompass Group lists medical, dental, vision, life and accidental death coverage, disability coverage, commuter benefits, an Employee Assistance Program, and flexible spending accounts among its full-time programs. The full-time benefits are subject to eligibility and plan terms.Additional programs include a retirement plan, Associate Shopping Program, health and wellness programs, Discount Marketplace, identity theft protection, pet insurance, and voluntary coverage for critical illness, accidents, hospital stays, legal services, and auto or home needs. Paid or unpaid time off may apply under local law.New York applicants can compare this role with other New York openings in hospitality and nightlife. Local bartenders work alongside employers that depend on accurate beverage service, licensed alcohol handling, and guest-facing standards.The Restaurant Associates operation connects the bar role with dining and event service in a landmark Madison Avenue setting.## Application Preparation In New YorkApplicants should have a clear account of previous fine-dining bar work and the service duties handled in those positions. Useful preparation includes examples of beverage setup, guest orders, cash handling, sanitation, identification checks, and responses to intoxication.Open availability matters because days and hours vary. The role also requires the physical and operational capacity to perform its essential functions, with reasonable accommodation available when applicable.Local New York nightlife businesses and nightlife professionals operate within a dense hospitality network, while this position centers on a fine-dining bar at 945 Madison Avenue.Compass Group's equal opportunity policy applies to the position. The benefits package, hourly rate, and full-time classification give the role defined employment terms before the interview addresses scheduling details.The hiring team can assess beverage technique, responsible service, guest communication, and bar organization during the selection process. A prepared application can connect prior fine-dining service to the role's stated duties without adding responsibilities that the posting does not require.