Bartender - Café Boulud

Café Boulud is inspired by Daniel Boulud’s four culinary muses: la tradition (classic French cuisine), la saison (seasonal delicacies), le potager (the vegetable garden), and le voyage (flavors of world cuisine). Having earned three stars in the New York Times as well as a star in the Michelin Guide, Café Boulud is both a destination and a neighborhood gem for casually elegant dining, seasonal wine tasting dinners, Sunday brunch, and intimate private events.

About the role

This is a pooled-tip service role that works closely with the management team and all other front-of-house and back-of-house team members. The Bartender is responsible for creating cocktails for guests, developing the cocktail list, and managing liquor inventory and purchasing.

Responsibilities

• Greet all guests with enthusiasm and friendliness
• Engage guests to create positive dining experiences
• Create and maintain the cocktail list
• Prepare the mise en place for the bar
• Pour all drinks for bar guests and from printed tickets for servers
• Execute ongoing side work
• Open and close the bar as needed
• Assist with inventory of all alcohol and beverages
• Maintain the bar clean at all times
• Be knowledgeable of food items and the wine list

Requirements

• Previous experience in a fine dining environment
• Knowledge of and interest in fine cuisine and wines
• Outstanding knowledge of liquors and spirits
• Actively practice food safety procedures
• Able to take direction and complete tasks
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Pleasant demeanor and positive, clear written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Ability to engage guests successfully and build relationships
• Impeccable grooming as defined by management and dress code
• Reference check required