Senior Bartender

Scarlet, the Upper West Side's hottest new cocktail bar opening co-owned by Michael & Victoria Imperioli, is searching for a Senior Bartenderto join our team.

The role will start in a part-time capacity with the opportunity to add more shifts with experience. At least 5 years' experience working as a bartender in an upscale cocktail bar setting in NYCis required. Local candidates (UWS or surrounding areas) are preferred.

Core Responsibilities:

- Create Bartender's Choice cocktails on the fly based on guest preferences
- Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages to guests
- Take guest orders and provide recommendations on drink selections
- Maintain a clean and organized bar area
- Check identification to verify legal drinking age
- Provide excellent customer service and address customer inquiries and concerns
- Monitor customer behavior and ensure a safe and enjoyable environment

- Collaborate with bar team to stock spirits, wine & beer, fresh juices and house made syrups and infusions

Skills:
- Proficient in using POS systems for order processing and payment handling
- Strong organization and time management skills to efficiently handle multiple drink orders simultaneously
- Excellent customer service skills to provide a positive experience for guests
- Upscale bartending expertise in mixing, garnishing, and serving drinks according to recipes and/or customer preferences

- Deep knowledge of cocktails, mixology and spirits required
- Cash register operation proficiency for accurate cash handling and change distribution
- Hospitality and service first mindset to create a welcoming atmosphere for guests

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned by the employer.

Please note that this position requires a minimum age of 21 years old due to legal requirements for serving alcohol.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $250.00 - $600.00 per day

Expected hours: 20 – 30 per week

Restaurant type:

• Bar

Shift:

• Evening shift
• Night shift

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• cocktail bar: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: In person