About Ardesia:
We are a casual neighborhood wine bar seeking a server/bartender to join our tight knit team. Wine is the star of the show here with an international by-the-glass and bottle list (Awarded Best Small List (200 or less wines) by the Star Wine List, Wine Spectator Award of Excellence), but we also have a full service bar with spirits, cocktails and beer as well as an eclectic small plates menu. Now in our 15th year, we were voted Best Bar for the second year in a row by local publication W42ND ST. We aim to create an experience for our guests and welcome everyone who walks in the door like a regular whether it is their first or 100th visit. We do this by maintaining a strong internal culture of learning and an emphasis on providing warm hospitality to all of our guests.
About You:
The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of service experience and be well versed in casual but proper service technique as well as the ability to handle a high-volume environment. Wine knowledge is a must for this role. We are a small and very close knit team looking for candidates with a positive attitude and willingness to take direction but also jump in and take initiative. The position includes 2-3 open shifts (with opportunities for additional pick-ups) and includes weekends.
We believe in teaching up. We are looking for people with interest in growing in the hospitality industry as well as those simply interested to learn and grow their knowledge.
Requirements:
Solid wine knowledge is a must, including: base knowledge of major regions and varietals and describing selections to guests with accuracy but without pretense, as well as proper bottle service technique. WSET, CMS or ASA study preferred.
Basic cocktail knowledge & technique.
Ability to work under pressure in a fast paced, high-volume (yet super fun and positive) environment
A friendly and engaging personality with the ability to be casual while maintaining professional procedures.
A true passion for creating a great experience for our guests
Minimum 2 years of service industry experience