Bartender

Location: Soho Lounge, Terminal 8 – JFK Airport, NYC
Company: Sodexo

The Bartender is responsible for executing high-volume lounge beverage service with precision, speed, and hospitality discipline. This role requires strong technical bartending skill, composure under pressure, and strict adherence to airport security and alcohol compliance standards. The bartender represents the lounge brand through product knowledge, presentation, and controlled service flow.

• Prepare and serve cocktails, wine, beer, and non-alcoholic beverages according to standardized recipes

• Maintain consistent pour control and cost awareness

• Execute high-volume service while maintaining quality standards

• Monitor guest alcohol consumption and enforce responsible service practices

• Maintain bar cleanliness, sanitation, and organization at all times

• Conduct opening and closing bar procedures accurately

• Restock liquor, wine, beer, garnishes, glassware, and bar tools

• Monitor inventory levels and communicate shortages proactively

• Maintain compliance with TSA and airport operational protocols

• Support overall lounge operations during peak service periods

• Strict adherence to food safety and sanitation guidelines

• Compliance with all local and state alcohol service laws

• Maintain professional grooming and uniform standards

• Uphold guest confidentiality and premium hospitality standards

• Minimum 2 years bartending experience in high-volume or upscale hospitality environment

• Strong knowledge of classic cocktails, wine varietals, and beer styles

• Ability to execute service efficiently in a fast-paced airport setting

• Valid alcohol service certification (e.g., TIPS or equivalent)

• Ability to pass airport background check and obtain required security clearance

• Lounge, hotel, or fine-dining bar experience

• Familiarity with POS systems and inventory controls

• Experience working in union or corporate hospitality environments

• Ability to stand for extended periods

• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs

• Comfortable working early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays

• Deliver consistent beverage quality

• Maintain speed without sacrificing accuracy

• Control waste and over-pouring

• Contribute to a disciplined, team-oriented service culture