Bar Captain

Nura is a restaurant in Greenpoint who believes that individuals thrive best when in a space they are supported, respected and treated fairly. As a tight knit group we're looking for someone who loves what they do and being apart of a team. 

Overview:
We’re looking for a Full-Time Head Captain to lead the bar team at our restaurant. This is a hands-on role designed for someone who thrives during service, sets the tone behind the bar, and leads by example every shift. You’ll be responsible for maintaining a high standard of execution, consistency, and hospitality while supporting seasonal beverage development and light bar operations.

Service Leadership

• Act as a lead bartender during service, ensuring quality, pace, and hospitality remain high
• Set and uphold standards for bar cleanliness, prep, and presentation
• Be a steady, positive presence behind the bar and help maintain a smooth, supportive team dynamic
• Communicate with management and the floor team throughout service to support flow and guest experience
  
  

Beverage Execution & Menu Support

• Collaborate with leadership on seasonal cocktail development and R&D
• Ensure cocktails are made to spec and consistent across shifts
• Maintain prep systems (juicing, batching, garnishes) to ensure daily readiness
• Help identify opportunities to refine and streamline drink execution
  
  

Team Development

• Offer on-the-floor training and mentorship to bartenders and barbacks
• Lead by example in service, pace, hospitality, and teamwork
• Support onboarding and bar training for new team members
  
  

Operational Support

• Assist with weekly inventory and help track par levels
• Communicate product or equipment needs to management
• Help maintain bar organization and cleanliness in line with DOH standards
  
  

• 3+ years of bartending experience, including some leadership or trainer experience
• Confident and calm in high-volume, guest-facing environments
• Passionate about service and hospitality, not just speed
• Skilled in classic technique, seasonal cocktails, and prep systems
• Values communication, consistency, and teamwork
• Organized and proactive in maintaining a clean, efficient bar
  
  

• $20/Hr + Tips