Bartender

Bartender 3.3 3.3 out of 5 stars Pound Ridge, NY $17 an hour - Full-time The Inn at Pound Ridge by Jean-Georges 3 reviews $17 an hour - Full-time The Inn at Pound Ridge is Seeking Experienced Bartenders! •

LOCATED IN WESTCHESTER, NY

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POSITION SUMMARY

The Inn at Pound Ridge is now hiring experienced Bartenders to join our team! The ideal bartender embodies both hospitality and caring, works well in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, and is passionate about providing superb hospitality to both our guests and our community. We require you to be organized and quick on your feet while working effectively under pressure with a smile.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Complete opening side work as directed by Management Greet customers immediately with a smile and present beverage menus Make recommendations and answer all menu inquiries Check the identification of all customers who appear under 21 to verify they are of legal drinking age prior to serving them Take orders from customers, ensuring 100% accuracy when entering orders into POS prior to delivering the order to the customer Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages in accordance with standard recipes Peel, slice, and pit fruit for garnishing beverages, following company standards Process transactions using the POS system; Prepare checks for guests and process payments Maintain proper loss prevention standards including cash handling procedures, tip handling, and cash deposits; Count the cash register at the start and close of each shift Maintain organization and aesthetic appeal of the bar counter Complete closing side work as directed by Management, including cleaning the bar and securing all alcoholic product Maintain sanitation to Department of Health standards; Keep work area clean and organized Inform the Manager on Duty immediately of any DOH or OSHA/workplace safety violations Inform Management of any product or supply needs Deal with guest complaints by finding a way to say yes; always inform the Manager on Duty and involve as needed Update knowledge and skills continually by participating in staff training opportunities

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS

Minimum 2-year bartending experience in a high-volume, fine-dining restaurant operation In-depth knowledge of beer, wine, sake, and spirits Prior related experience requiring cash handling, excellent customer service, service recovery, and problem-solving skills Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while managing the needs of guests Ability to work cohesively with co-workers throughout the restaurant Possess a passion for hospitality and a love of the food & beverage industry Organization and multi-tasking skills An enthusiastic and outgoing demeanor Ability to work a flexible schedule

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 lbs. Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time. Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly frequent movements from place to place within the work area and property. Bend, lift, carry, reach/extend arms, and hands above shoulder height frequently, or otherwise move in a constantly changing environment. Climbing steps regularly.

COMPENSATION

The base pay range for this position is paid a minimum wage and a tip credit is taken when applicable. The determination of what a specific employee in this job classification is paid within the range depends on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, prior employment history/job-related knowledge, qualifications and skills, etc. We thank you in advance for submitting your resume! Chef Jean Georges introduces a casually elegant restaurant ensconced in the picturesque town of Pound Ridge, New York. Here, Jean Georges cultivates a truly seasonal, farm-to-table cuisine, with ingredients sourced from the Hudson Valley and New England, whenever possible. Constructed in 1833 as a residence and serving later as an inn, the building has been painstakingly renovated to preserve as many of the original materials as possible, including four working fireplaces. "Jean-Georges is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to excellence through diversity." More detail about The Inn at Pound Ridge by Jean-Georges part of Restaurants by Jean-Georges