Event Bartender
About this role
Major Food Group is hiring part-time Event Bartenders to join our team at THE POOL!
Situated in the landmarked Seagram Building, THE POOL has been home to New York's most storied parties and events for over half a century. With its soaring 20-foot ceilings, white-marble fountain, and shimmering chain curtains enveloping the walls, THE POOL is an iconic venue where the room itself is an occasion. Conveying mid-century elegance and fantastical grandeur in equal measure, THE POOL lends itself to a variety of configurations and is, simply put, the finest events space in all of New York City.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Prepare alcohol or non-alcohol beverages for bar and restaurant patrons
- Interact with customers, take orders and serve snacks and drinks
- Assess customers’ needs and preferences and make recommendations
- Mix ingredients to prepare cocktails
- Check customers’ identification and confirm it meets legal drinking age
- Restock and replenish bar inventory and supplies
- Stay guest focused and nurture an excellent guest experience
- Comply with all food and beverage regulations
- Greet guests in a timely manner and take orders
- Process cash and credit card transactions following appropriate procedures
- Maintain a safe and clean environment for guests and team
- Monthly liquor inventory
- Order bar sundries – ice, garnishes, bar mixers
- Inventory efficiency – ensure all product has application and purpose
- Invoice processing
- Receive and stock liquor product
- Liquor room - cleanliness and organization
REQUIREMENTS:
- The position requires at least 3 years of experience in the desired job
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
- Ability to work on-site for assigned schedule including nights, weekends and holidays
- Ability to operate point-of-sales system accurately and efficiently
BENEFITS:
- Competitive Salary
- Growth Opportunities
- Progressive Paid Time Off
- Generous Dining Allowance
- Unlimited Referral Program
- TransitChek Discount
Compensation: $50 / hour
Equal Employment Opportunity
Major Food Group considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. Major Food Group is an equal opportunity employer.
Company at a glance
Major Food Group (MFG) is a hospitality company founded by Mario Carbone, Rich Torrisi, and Jeff Zalaznick. In the span of a decade, MFG has evolved from operating a small restaurant in downtown Manhattan, Torrisi Italian Specialties, into one of the most acclaimed hospitality groups in the world. They have pioneered a celebratory style of dining at such iconic restaurants as CARBONE and The Grill, forged groundbreaking partnerships with leading designers and luxury brands, and opened hotels including The Ludlow Hotel in Manhattan and The Newbury in Boston. Since 2020, the company has expanded to several markets, from South Florida to Paris, while exploring new ventures like the private membership venue ZZ’s Club in Miami and The Crown Club at Brooklyn’s Barclays Center. In addition to building renowned restaurants, MFG is proud of its support of various social causes and its lasting partnership with the Robin Hood Foundation, one of New York City’s most important forces in the fight against poverty.
Major Food Group restaurants have collectively been awarded three Michelin stars historically, and Torrisi currently maintains one Michelin star.
MFG seeks to transcend traditional hospitality models by offering multi-dimensional, immersive experiences that are deeply-rooted in and inspired by relevant history and culture. Every aspect of each concept is meticulously designed and extensively researched with the goal of transporting guests upon arrival. They are created and operated in a way that is respectful of the past, exciting for the present, and sustainable for the future. More than brick and mortar establishments, MFG’s brands represent a way of life. They tell complete stories and provide guests with unforgettable experiences.
Top Benefits
- Competitive Salary
- Growth Opportunities
- Progressive Paid Time Off
- Generous Dining Allowance
- Unlimited Referral Program
- TransitChek Discount
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