Bartender

About Us As part of a reimagined Top of the Rock experience, the most iconic vantage point of Manhattan now includes The Weather Room Bar and Café. Named after the formerly functioning National Weather Service's Doppler radar that sits atop the 70th floor of Rockefeller Center, The Weather Room offers distinctly New York food and beverages in the clouds.  All ingredients and prepared foods are sourced from fine purveyors across Rockefeller Center's campus and throughout the five boroughs. Guests can enjoy wine, beer, cocktails, espresso drinks, baked goods, sandwiches, and snacks while taking in the iconic view from Top of The Rock. Position Summary The Bartender is responsible for providing an exceptional experience through friendly and efficient guest service and impeccable order execution, upholding the standards of the bar recipes, and creating a hospitable atmosphere for all guests. At The Weather Room, Bartenders are part of our Counter Team, and work closely with others to provide elegant, but efficient, guest service at Top of the Rock. The Weather Room offers full-time employees health insurance, Paid Time Off, free coffee, and more! We are hiring for a full-time (5 days per week) bartender, with preference for those with availability on Sundays . Service Prepare and serves alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages in accordance with standard recipes for guests at the bar as well as the main dining room.  Ensure the ongoing excellence in quality of bar ingredients and materials by providing regular quality assurance checks. Ensure efficiency of beverage ticket times.  Coordinate with Assistant Manager and Shift Leads to compile all bar-related liquor, produce, and dry-goods orders on a weekly basis. Assist in the opening and closing of The Weather Room, ensuring all service stations are set up and broken down efficiently. Complete opening and closing checklists. Warmly greet and engage with guests, making them feel welcome and valued throughout their visit.  Answer questions about menu items, provide recommendations, and determine available options for guests based on their preferences and/or restrictions. Process guest payments via cash and credit card transactions, ensuring accuracy of checks. Maintain an organized and calm demeanor during peak service times, ensuring that all guest tickets are completed efficiently, and guest needs are met promptly.  Communicate closely with the team to ensure that guest orders, special requests, and timing are handled smoothly.  Support all aspects of service as needed to provide the best possible guest experience. Maintain complete knowledge of The Weather Room's policies and procedures and ensure that all practices and policies are being upheld. Adhere to posted schedules. Complete other duties as assigned by management. Menu Knowledge Maintain a deep knowledge of The Weather Room's food and beverage menu, ingredients, and preparation. Understand different types of allergy restrictions and help communicate potential issues to floor and kitchen staff. Sanitation, Hygiene, and Safety Adheres to all Department of Health and Safety standards related to food handling, hygiene, and alcohol service, including reviewing identification of all guests to verify they are of legal drinking age. Maintain complete knowledge of correct maintenance and use of equipment; use equipment and tools only as intended, properly and safely. Inspect the cleanliness and working condition of all tools, equipment and supplies, ensuring everything complies with standards. Inform supervisor on duty immediately of any DOH or OSHA/workplace safety violations. Maintain proper storage procedures as specified by Department of Health requirements. Qualifications    2 years as a bartender in a similar caliber concept. Strong knowledge of cocktail and beverage service as well as culinary concepts and terminology. Fluency in written and spoken English. High school diploma or GED. TIPS certification required within 60 days of hire. Familiarity with Toast POS system is preferred. Ability to work a variable schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays, per the needs of the business. Good interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills. Excellent time management, organizational skills, and problem-solving skills. Adaptable in fast-paced and challenging work environment. Polished personal presentation that meets Company standards. Passion for exceptional hospitality, food, and beverage. Essential Functions and Physical Demands This job requires meeting specific physical demands to perform essential duties effectively. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform those essential functions. While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:  Exert well-paced mobility for periods of up to 10 hours per day. Lift and carry up to 25 pounds. Frequently stand, walk, reach, bend, stoop, push, pull, and kneel. Frequently utilize the stairs, often while lifting and carrying items. Occasionally crouch and climb. Be exposed to hazards including, but not limited to, burns, cuts, scrapes, and frequent exposure of hands to water. Withstand fluctuations in temperature within the work environment, from high heat to below freezing. Be exposed to common allergens and unique ingredients. EEO Statement The Weather Room is dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace environment where all individuals have equal opportunities. We value talent, skills, and potential, and strive to create an atmosphere that promotes diversity and equality.

Created: 2025-02-23