Main Responsibilities of a Bartender:

• Taking and serving orders
• Preparing beverages for customers
• Recommending beverages based on bar customers' needs and preferences

Bartender Job Description:

We are looking for a qualified bartender who can provide our customers with an outstanding guest experience. The bartender must be able to meet all the needs of our customers, compelling them to come back again.

Making beverage recommendations based on the needs and preferences of bar customers is a crucial factor for improving guest drinking experience and our bar's profitability. Communicating with guests in a professional and friendly manner is a must for excellent customer experience.

A good job candidate must be able to perfectly prepare alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, which includes mixing ingredients to prepare classic and innovative cocktails. Knowledge of craft beers is a plus. They also need to keep the bar clean and well-organized, as well as ensure it is always fully stocked.

Responsibilities of a Bartender:

• Taking orders and serving drinks and snacks to bar customers
• Preparing alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
• Mixing classic and innovative cocktails
• Communicating with customers in a friendly and professional manner
• Nurturing customers to provide an exceptional guest experience
• Making menu recommendations based on customers' needs and preferences
• Keeping the bar clean, stocked, and well-organized
• Checking customers' IDs to ensure they meet the legal drinking age

Bartender Job Requirements:

• 3+ years experience as a bartender
• Knowledge of preparing and mixing beverages
• A bartending certificate is a plus
• Basic computer and math skills
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Professional and positive disposition
• Ability to keep the bar clean, stocked and well-organized
• Flexibility and willingness to work in shifts

About The Garrison

The Garrison is nestled in the Hudson Highlands. Located on the grounds, Valley Restaurant provides world-class cuisine and banquet facilities for weddings and special events.
Nestled in the idyllic Hudson Highlands just an hour north of Manhattan, The Garrison comprises 300 stunning acres with a world class view of the Hudson River to the distant Catskill mountains. Our countryside retreat offers the bridal couple a choice of banquet rooms, stone flagged covered terraces, a small Inn with seven overnight rooms, and our signature Valley restaurant. The manicured grounds of The Garrison create an atmosphere of sophistication and elegance enhanced by the exceptional beauty of the surrounding landscape.

Job types: Part-time

Education: No education required

Work location: On-site