We are a local, artist-owned cocktail bar, restaurant and cafe in Ridgewood hiring an experienced bartender. Comprehensive experience in mixology, wine and food service are core requirements. Must have weekend availability and be ready to work minimum 3 shifts per week. Part time or full time depending on qualifications and availability.
Good growth opportunity for the bartender looking towards an eventual bar manager position or a combination of jobs.
We have a beautiful and spacious outdoor patio and nightly live music, literature events, etc.
Must be very self reliant, motivated to be an integral part of a great local space and familiar with keeping inventory and daily upkeep of the bar, communication with day staff and owners.
The right candidate is very well versed and at home in the service industry as well as the arts with a great work ethic, highly service oriented and motivated with eagerness to learn and adapt to being part of a team and a vibrant atmosphere, knowledgable in beverage and food service and able to work at a high pace while remaining calm and attentive to patrons. Must be highly dependable, able to work well both independently and as part of a team.
Please include a short cover letter with a few lines about yourself and a very brief summary of all relevant work experience in the email body of your reply.
Resumés without a cover letter in email body will not be considered.
Resumés without references will not be considered.
- Comprehensive knowledge of classic cocktail preparation.
- Experience and familiarity within the world of wine and craft beer.
- Barista/coffee skills is a plus. Please tell us about any experience in this field.
- Must have Food Handlers Certificate or be willing to obtain one.
- Dependable and a good communicator.
- Polite and respectful.
- Able to speak and understand English.
- Must have availability for minimum 3 shifts per week (can be a combination of nights and daytime).
Please do not reply to this add unless you are fully qualified for this particular job, have full availability starting this week and have all the skills listed above. This is for a long term committed bartender who is willing to prioritize the job and grow with the business during the coming years.