Required Years of Experience
3 years
Job Details
BARTENDER — BUDDY AND SON
Location: Buddy and Son at PUBLIC Hotel, Lower East Side, New York, NY
Reports to: Beverage Director and General Manager
Employment type: Full-time or part-time, hourly, tipped
Compensation: $11.35 per hour plus tips
ABOUT BUDDY AND SON
Buddy and Son is a seasonal brasserie inside PUBLIC Hotel on the Lower East Side, with 95 seats in the dining room, 35 in the bar area, and a 60-seat garden.
The cooking is ingredient-driven and unfussy: sophisticated in sensibility, simple in execution, and built around thoughtful sourcing and seasonality. The beverage program follows the same approach—classic foundations, well-made drinks, useful wine knowledge, and none of the theater getting in the way of hospitality.
THE ROLE
We are looking for experienced Bartenders who can deliver excellent drinks while creating the warmth and rhythm that make a great bar feel alive.
Our Bartenders are responsible for the guests seated at the bar as well as the timely execution of beverages for the dining room. The right candidate has strong technical fundamentals, works cleanly and efficiently, and understands that conversation, awareness, and hospitality matter just as much as what is in the glass.
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
- Prepare cocktails, wine, beer, coffee, and nonalcoholic beverages accurately and efficiently.
- Provide warm, attentive service to guests seated at the bar.
- Develop a complete understanding of the cocktail, spirits, beer, wine, and food menus.
- Make thoughtful recommendations based on each guest’s preferences.
- Maintain speed and accuracy while supporting service-bar volume.
- Follow established recipes, specifications, pours, and presentation standards.
- Accurately ring orders, process payments, and maintain responsibility for assigned checks.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked bar throughout service.
- Complete bar prep, opening duties, closing duties, and inventory-related assignments.
- Monitor product quality, waste, breakage, and low-stock items.
- Verify identification and follow all responsible alcohol-service requirements.
- Communicate effectively with Servers, Table Support, Hosts, managers, and the kitchen.
- Assist with training and support the continued development of the beverage program.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
- Warm, composed, and comfortable building relationships with regulars and first-time guests.
- Strong knowledge of classic cocktails, spirits, beer, and wine.
- Fast and precise without sacrificing cleanliness or hospitality.
- Able to manage multiple priorities and remain aware of the entire bar.
- Organized, reliable, and accountable.
- Generous with knowledge and willing to support the larger team.
- Interested in helping establish the culture of a new restaurant.
EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS
- At least two years of bartending experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant or cocktail bar preferred.
- New York City bartending experience is strongly preferred.
- Working knowledge of classic cocktail techniques and common wine varietals and regions.
- Familiarity with Toast or a comparable POS system is helpful.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds safely.
- Ability to stand and work behind the bar for the duration of a shift.
- Availability to work evenings, weekends, brunches, and holidays as required.
DETAILS
This is an on-site position at PUBLIC Hotel on the Lower East Side. Buddy and Son is committed to building a safe, respectful, and inclusive workplace and is an equal-opportunity employer.
Compensation Details
Compensation: Hourly ($11.35) plus tips
Required Skills
Strong Technical Fundamentals in Bartending.
Ability to Create a Warm and Inviting Atmosphere.
Excellent Conversational Skills.
Awareness of the Bar Environment and Guest Needs.
Ability to Manage Multiple Priorities Effectively.
Organizational Skills to Maintain a Clean and Stocked Bar.
Reliability and Accountability in Job Responsibilities.
Generosity in Sharing Knowledge With Team Members.
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Buddy & Sons Cafe is an all-day neighborhood cafe located inside the iconic PUBLIC Hotel in downtown Manhattan. Rooted in warm hospitality, quality ingredients, and thoughtful execution, Buddy & Sons blends the energy of a New York cafe with the comfort and familiarity of a true neighborhood gathering place.
Our menu focuses on seasonal food, exceptional coffee, fresh pastries, and a hospitality experience that feels genuine, relaxed, and welcoming from morning through late afternoon. Inspired by classic New York cafes, European brasseries, and modern downtown culture, Buddy & Sons is built around consistency, community, and creating a space guests want to return to every day.
We are building a team of passionate hospitality professionals who care deeply about guest experience, teamwork, craftsmanship, and creating meaningful moments through food and service.
