Bartender

DEPARTMENT:
Front of House

REPORTING INTO:
Bar Manager/ General Manager 

PLACE OF WORK:
Ambassadors Club House, 1245 Broadway, New York NY 10001

(short walk from all train lines at Penn Station and Herald Sq)

JOB OVERVIEW:
A bartender is responsible for curating and executing an exceptional dining experience that reflects the ACH standards. This role requires knowledge of our signature classic and modern cocktails, advanced spirits and wine knowledge, impeccable service, and a polished, composed demeanor.  Bartenders are expected to maintain an organized bar while consistently delivering memorable guest experiences in line with the ACH's philosophy.  A bartender must uphold the standards of excellence that define JKS, professional etiquette and compliance with all health, safety and labor regulations. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide an exceptional level of hospitality, cultivating warm and genuine relationships with our guests to ensure their satisfaction and loyalty.
• Take a proactive approach to customer service, anticipating and addressing guests' needs and preferences before they arise.
• Craft cocktails with precision, speed and creativity using fresh, house-made, and premium ingredients.
• Prepare drinks to exact specifications of the restaurant’s curated and seasonal cocktail menus.
• Offer thoughtful, knowledgeable suggestions for cocktails, spirits, aperitifs, digestifs and wine offerings.
• Maintain deep knowledge of cocktail history, balance, technique and glassware selection
• Ensure pacing and beverage service complement coursed meals or tasting/feast menus.
• Educate guests on spirits, wine, or cocktail pairings upon request.
• Communicate confidently and professionally with guests, guiding them through the menu options articulately and accurately.
• Accurately place orders in the POS system and charge guests, ensuring allergen information is clearly noted and communicated to the kitchen.
• Set up and break down the bar station alongside barbacks to high standards of cleanliness and organization.
• Polish glassware, maintain tools and ensure mise en place is consistent throughout shift.
• Monitor and restock inventory of spirits, mixers, garnishes and ice alongside barbacks as needed.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and health code-compliant work area per NYS Department of Health and OSHA regulations
• Coordinate smoothly with barbacks, servers and managers to support service timing and delivery.
• Support floor service with beverage orders, wine/cocktail pairings, and guest interactions.
• Participate in pre-shift meetings and stay informed of menu updates, special events and VIP guests.
• Accurately place orders in the POS system and charge guests, ensuring allergen information is clearly noted and communicated to the kitchen.
• Assist with the development of junior staff members, providing guidance and support to enhance their skills and knowledge.
• Attend briefings, meetings, and training sessions to stay informed about menu offerings, service protocols and industry best practices.
• Complete relevant checklists and adhere to standard operating procedures (SOPs) to maintain consistency and quality in service delivery.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum (2) years in a similar position
• Good time-management and teamwork skills
• Pride in appearance.
• Proactive in learning about food, beverage and wine.
• Warm and professional in communicating with guests.
• Constantly strive to improve personal and professional development.
• Must be able to stand or walk for extended periods of time and lift up to 50 lbs.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that are to be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear and taste or smell. The employee is frequently required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

The statements in this job description are intended to describe the essential nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be ALL responsibilities or qualifications of the job.

JKS Restaurants (dba: Ambassadors Clubhouse) is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.