Lead Bartender

Bar Bianchi, owned and operated by Golden Age Hospitality—the group behind Le Dive, The Nines, The Happiest Hour, Deux Chats, and more—is seeking an experienced Lead Bartender to join our team.

Bar Bianchi is a bustling Italian-inspired restaurant and bar focused on traditional Italian dishes, natural wine, spritzes, Negroni variations, and warm, energetic hospitality.

We are looking for a skilled bartender and natural leader with at least three years of experience in a high-volume cocktail bar, restaurant, or nightlife setting. This position combines hands-on bartending with team leadership, beverage operations, administrative responsibilities, and opening and closing supervision.

The Lead Bartender will work closely with the General Manager and Assistant General Manager to maintain exceptional service standards, ensure consistency across the beverage program, and support the daily operations of the restaurant.

Our goal is to create an environment that feels fun, effortless, and unpretentious while delivering a memorable New York dining experience.

You Are Someone Who

• Is passionate about cocktails, spirits, wine, food, and hospitality

• Has a strong understanding of New York City cocktail and nightlife culture

• Is outgoing, confident, and comfortable leading a high-volume bar

• Leads by example and holds themselves and others accountable

• Enjoys training, coaching, and developing team members

• Communicates clearly and handles challenges with professionalism

• Is organized, detail-oriented, and proactive

• Thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

Responsibilities

Service and Team Leadership

• Prepare and serve cocktails, beer, wine, and spirits with consistency, efficiency, and attention to detail

• Provide warm, knowledgeable, and engaging hospitality to all guests

• Lead bartenders and barbacks during service, reinforcing company standards and expectations

• Monitor drink consistency, including flavor, presentation, technique, and execution

• Proactively coach the bar team to maintain exceptional beverage and service standards

• Support management in addressing service challenges and guest concerns

• Ensure all complimentary, spilled, or wasted beverages are accurately recorded in the POS

• Foster a positive, respectful, and accountable team environment

Beverage Operations and Inventory

• Review coffee, liquor, beer, wine, and bar grocery orders entered into Craftable

• Oversee daily bar preparation, including batching, garnishes, syrups, and other beverage production

• Establish and adjust prep pars based on sales reporting and operational needs

• Monitor batch consistency, preparation standards, storage practices, and team productivity

• Maintain the cleanliness, organization, and appearance of all bar and back-bar areas

• Conduct weekly inventories of bar tools and communicate replenishment needs to management

• Participate in the monthly beverage inventory count on the first of each month, before service

• Monitor equipment, maintenance needs, and overall bar readiness

• Ensure opening, closing, cleaning, and operational checklists are completed consistently

Training and Beverage Standards

• Train new bartenders and barbacks on recipes, service procedures, preparation standards, and company expectations

• Provide ongoing coaching and development to existing bar team members

• Maintain current cocktail specifications and beverage recipes in shared company documents

• Communicate recipe updates and changes to the bar team

• Maintain strong knowledge of the food, cocktail, spirits, beer, and wine offerings

• Participate in team meetings, tastings, and continued beverage education

• Work with management to identify opportunities to improve consistency, efficiency, and overall beverage execution

Opening and Closing Supervision

The Lead Bartender will support the management team by serving as an opening or closing supervisor during designated shifts.

Opening Responsibilities (As Needed)

• Ensure the restaurant is properly set and ready to open on time

• Confirm the dining room and bar atmosphere, including music, lighting, and temperature, meet company standards

• Communicate service updates and operational priorities during preshift meetings

• Confirm scheduled team members have arrived and communicate staffing issues to the GM

• Verify bartender opening bank counts

• Prepare server floor plans based on staffing, reservations, and weather conditions

• Assist with seating early reservations and coordinating guest service

• Address guest concerns and service issues in coordination with management

Closing Responsibilities

• Supervise closing procedures during Thursday through Sunday shifts

• Coordinate last call according to company standards, no earlier than 30 minutes before closing

• Work with security to ensure guests exit the premises safely and efficiently

• Ensure the restaurant and bar are thoroughly cleaned, organized, and secured

• Verify bar cash counts and employee cash drops in accordance with company cash-handling procedures

• Complete closing management checklists and confirm all required procedures are followed

• Secure the premises, including doors and gates, and release security after closing procedures are completed

Communication and Administration

• Communicate beverage, inventory, maintenance, and staffing needs to management

• Collaborate with the GM and AGM on beverage operations and service improvements

• Maintain accurate and organized beverage specifications and operational documentation

• Complete assigned administrative responsibilities within designated administrative hours

• Support additional operational projects and responsibilities as assigned by management

Safety and Compliance

• Uphold Department of Health regulations, responsible alcohol service practices, workplace safety standards, and company policies

• Reinforce safe handling, sanitation, storage, and beverage preparation procedures

• Maintain a safe environment for guests and employees

• Obtain the NYC Department of Health Food Protection Certificate within one month of starting

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of bartending experience in a high-volume cocktail bar, restaurant, or nightlife environment

• Previous Lead Bartender, Head Bartender, or supervisory experience preferred

• Strong knowledge of classic cocktails, spirits, beer, and wine

• Familiarity with Italian spirits, natural wines, spritzes, and aperitivo culture is a plus

• Experience with beverage inventory, ordering, batching, and recipe management preferred

• Experience with Craftable and restaurant POS systems is a plus

• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills

• Ability to multitask, prioritize responsibilities, and remain composed under pressure

• Comfortable overseeing opening and closing procedures

• Availability for late nights, weekends, and holidays

• New York City hospitality experience preferred

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly compensation plus tips for eligible service shifts

• Growth opportunities within Golden Age Hospitality

• Medical benefits for eligible full-time employees

• 401(k)

• Commuter benefits

• Paid time off

• Wellness program

• Company-wide dining discounts

Please submit your resume and availability for consideration.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Golden Age Hospitality is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.