Bartender - Avenue Sky New York

Part-time team members who meet the requirements are eligible for:  * State Applicable Time Off * Pet Insurance * 401(k) Retirement Program with Employer Match * Employee Assistance Program * TAO Savings Marketplace * Employee Discounts and much more!    Prepares all beverages for guests and venue servers.  Actively takes orders, conducts full and complete food/beverage service, and monitors guests’ bar/dining experience. Interacts with the bar guests, team members, and supervisors in a polite and courteous manner to ensure gracious hospitality.  ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO: * Anticipate and accommodate the needs of the guests. * Provides professional and exceptional service. * Presents menus, answers questions, and makes suggestions for all food and beverage items. * Inform guests of all food and beverage specials, with prices. * Required to solicit any allergy or dietary restrictions from each guest. * Accurately enter all orders into the POS system and follow proper cash/payment card procedures. * Ensures the delivery of all food and beverage to the guests at the bar and lounge (where applicable). * Maintain general cleanliness of bar and bar area and the entire venue. * Makes sure all liquor displays and shelving are organized, and par levels are maintained. * Follow supervisor’s instructions, communicate with and support co-workers, and be a team player. * Possesses in-depth knowledge of all food and beverage menus and the company. * Serves all alcoholic beverages in accordance with all state regulations and alcohol awareness training standards. * Complies with Department of Health and company sanitation standards. * Accurately completes all end-of-shift financial procedures. * Communicates the needs of the guests to Front-of-House and Heart-of-House support staff, managers, and chefs. * Properly sets up the bar stations, performs side-work and other opening/closing procedures as directed by management, including:  * Ensures the bar and bar area is clean and free of debris * Sets bar with proper equipment, and settings as required * Wipes down bar-top, bar stools, lounge tables, and chairs * Stocks bar stations with prescribed supplies  * Completes opening duties as assigned or directed. * Completes closing duties as assigned or directed. * Reports all breakage, and damage of equipment or furniture immediately to management. * Attends and participates in daily pre-service meetings. * Attends and participates in any training sessions or departmental meetings. * Learn by listening, observing other team members, and sharing knowledge while leading by example. * Portrays a positive and professional attitude. * Demonstrates knowledge of Tao Group Hospitality, its partners, and supporting hotel environments. * Works as part of a team and provides help and support to all fellow team members. * Assist and/ or complete additional tasks as assigned TRAINING REQUIREMENTS: * Tao Group Hospitality in-venue bartender training   EDUCATION/WORKING KNOWLEDGE: * Minimum 2 years bartender experience or equivalent related Tao Group Hospitality  experience required. * Minimum 2 years of food and beverage experience. * Experience in a high-volume restaurant/nightclub/lounge. * Comprehensive knowledge of classic cocktails.  * Basic familiarity with wine varietals and classic regions around the world.   SKILLS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT / SCHEDULE  The work environment characteristics and/or physical demands described here are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions * Ability to write, read, and verbally communicate * Must have good positive energy throughout the day * Must be able to print legibly for Team Members, management, and guests to read * Must be able to stand for extended periods of time * Must be able to move quickly  * Must be able to push and lift up to 75 lbs. with or without assistance * Work in an environment that is subject to varying levels of noise, crowds, and smoke, the severity of which depends upon the guest volume * May work extended hours irregular shifts, evening and/or weekend shifts, and holiday work may be required * Exposure to cleaning materials * May work extended hours irregular shifts, evening and/or weekend shifts, and holiday work may be required * Office, Casino, Nightclub, Bar, Lounge, and/or Restaurant working environment * Maintain a professional, neat, and well-groomed appearance adhering to Company standards * Must be effective as part of a team; ability to interact with internal and external customers, managers, and co-workers in a professional, courteous manner * Ability to maintain confidentiality * Ability to handle a fast-paced, busy, and somewhat stressful environment