Bartender and Waiter / Waitress

Become one of the newest members of our Catering Staff! Long-standing Brooklyn Catering Hall (near Kings Plaza) looking to expand our team. We are looking for dining room staff to join us in providing service at celebrations of all types. Whether you are greeting a birthday celebrant, ushering a retiree into the grand ballroom, or serving dinner and drinks at a dream wedding, you are the key to making sure this night is something truly special. Responsibilities: Assist with the setup and cleanup of the bar area. Anticipate guest needs and exceed service expectations. Taking orders for and serving drinks to our patrons. Always maintaining a clean work station. What You Need to Succeed: Provide service with a smile! Work as a team with other members of the service staff. Maintain a professional and well-kept appearance. Must be able to remain on your feet for 5-7 hour durations and perform moderately heavy lifting of trays. Must be able to communicate well in English. On-the-job training is available. *All applicants must have bartender experience OR show proof of completion from a professional bartending course. *All applicants must be at least 18 years of age in accordance with NYC liquor laws, must possess a valid form of photo identification and must possess a social security card or another form of acceptable substitute documentation in accordance with the laws of NYC. WE LOOK FORWARD TO MEETING THE NEWEST MEMBERS OF OUR CATERING STAFF TEAM!

Responsibilities Mixing and serving drinks: Know classic cocktails and be able to experiment to make original drinks Maintaining the bar: Keep the bar clean, organized, and stocked Customer service: Be friendly, professional, and attentive Taking orders: Take orders accurately and make recommendations Handling cash: Process cash, credit cards, and other transactions accurately and quickly Inventory: Take opening and closing inventory, and keep track of inventory during shifts Skills Communication: Be able to carry conversations and defuse tense situations Multitasking: Be able to juggle multiple tasks at once Prioritization: Be able to stay organized and prioritize tasks Positive attitude: Have a passion for hospitality and be enthusiastic about the job Other considerations Bartenders may need to work evenings, weekends, and holidays Previous bartending experience is preferred Knowledge of wine and wine service is an asset