POSITION: Bar Prep
EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt
REPORTS TO: General Manager, Assistant General Manager, Bar Manager, Dining Room Manager, Lead Bartender, Bartender
PURPOSE:
The Bar Assistant supports the bar to keep all operations running smoothly. The Bar Assistant partakes in taking care of the guests by providing genuine care and hospitality while upholding the quality of food, beverage, and service. The Bar Assistant should have a genuine passion for working specifically behind the bar and eagerness to learn and grow in that field.
KEY RESPONSIBILITES:
- Takes direction and guidance from the Bartenders
- Restocks the bar with spirits, batches, juices, garnishes, etc.
- Runs food and beverages to guests behind the bar
- Clears dishes and glassware from guests behind the bar
- Resets the bar in a timely manner for the next turn
- Polish glassware and restocks the station with silverware
- Provides attentive and quality service
- Strong communication skills with the team. This includes the following, but not limited to: bartender, expo, kitchen, manager on duty
- Upholds food knowledge by learning the ingredients, allergens, and preparation of each dish
- Familiarity of common food allergies
- Knowledge of products (such as spirit brand, beers, etc.) we carry behind the bar and the structure of the cocktail menu
- Maintain the cleanliness and appearance of the bar
- Clean all equipment, tools, and supplies and maintain equipment in good working order
In addition to performing the key responsibilities listed above, this position is required to perform a combination of the following:
- Be a team player and support other roles during service
- Share input and feedback to what can be improved in service to the management team
- Additional duties as necessary and assigned
- Ability to maintain composure in a fast-paced environment
- Upholds Department of Health Standards
- Upholds uniform guidelines and a polished appearance
- Consistently reports to scheduled shifts on time
- Provides attentiveness and excellence in service. Adheres to steps of service. Follows all company policies, procedures, and guidelines
COMPANY VALUES:
Our Commitment
Orchard Street Restaurant Management’s ethos is share, not sell.
Our Mission
Orchard Street Restaurant Management exists to establish an elevated, welcoming homebase in Downtown New York. A place that celebrates the creative culture and singular energy of the neighborhood and its community. Every strategic touchpoint will work to cement this message. Together, we share the responsibility of creating a consistently original narrative that supports our single-minded truth.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee in this position. Employees will be required to perform any other job-related duties assigned by their supervisor.
Due to the nature of the hospitality industry, employees may be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the hotel which may include overtime, weekends, and holidays. The employee will carry out any other duties as are within the scope, spirit and purpose of the job as requested by the manager. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship. The employee will actively follow Company policies addressed in the Employee Handbook.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
