Bartender

Job Overview

Job No.: 000291 The Blinded Tiger Full-time
• On-Site

• Flexible Hours
• Rotating Shifts

Required Experience:

Mid Level

Location:

John

F. Kennedy International Airport NY Expires:
Feb 24, 2026

The Premium Bartender delivers an elevated guest experience through exceptional service and precise cocktail and food execution at upscale airport dining establishments. This role requires expertise in premium spirits, wine, beer, and crafted cocktails while engaging guests through personalized beverage education and maintaining the highest standards of operational excellence in food and beverage service.

$16.50 Per Hour

• 401K Matching
• Holiday Pay
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off

• 3+ years of closely related bartending experience in high-volume bar or fast-casual dining environment
• 1 year of experience in high-end cocktail bar environment
• Must meet state minimum age requirements for serving alcoholic beverages
• Ability to obtain Serv Safe Food Handler and Alcohol certifications
• Strong knowledge of beer, wine, spirits including preparation and presentation techniques
• Understanding of current cocktail trends and recipes
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with ability to interact with public and coworkers in a friendly, enthusiastic, and outgoing manner
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to converse comfortably with customers and provide educational information about beverages
• Capability to remain calm and professional in fast-paced airport environment
• Flexibility to work various shifts including early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays
• Attention to detail for precise cocktail preparation and presentation
• Multitasking abilities to manage multiple orders and customers simultaneously
• Ability to lift and move up to 40 pounds regularly
• Capability to walk, bend, twist, and stand for extended periods
• Manual dexterity for handling glassware, bar tools, and beverage preparation equipment

• Greets customers warmly and takes food and beverage orders while providing personalized service recommendations
• Engages and educates guests on premium spirits and specialty cocktails, making informed recommendations based on customer preferences to ensure an elevated dining experience
• Utilizes high-quality spirits, liqueurs, fresh fruits, herbs, and spices to create exceptional craft cocktails and beverages for guests
• Maintains bottles, glassware, and bar displays in an attractive and functional manner to support efficient drink preparation and beverage promotion
• Supports food and bar service preparation by following recipes and product directions precisely for food items and beverage mixing
• Maintains quality control and timeliness of all food and beverage items while adhering to Serv Safe Food Handler certification requirements
• Operates POS systems following established cash handling policies and procedures for all transactions using company cash recyclers
• Manages inventory levels appropriately and ensures proper stock rotation and storage of bar products
• Follows alcohol awareness procedures for preventing intoxication and managing intoxicated guests in accordance with Serv Safe Alcohol certification standards
• Maintains cleanliness and sanitation protocols of bar areas including completion of daily assigned tasks throughout operations and prior to shift end or closing

• The Premium Bartender typically reports to the Store Manager or General Manager
• This is a non-exempt, hourly position under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is eligible for overtime pay

The Company is an equal opportunity employer. The Company prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and provides equal opportunities to applicants and team members without regard to actual or perceived protected characteristics.