Bartender; Afterword’s Wine Bar​/Seasonal

Description : The is the familiar neighborhood coffee house where patrons can enjoy fresh baked pastries, soups, salads, sandwiches and desserts, and of course fresh brewed coffee and espresso. On Bestor Plaza, above the Chautauqua Bookstore, with indoor and outdoor seating. Afterwords Wine Bar is open from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. daily during the summer season.

About Your Compensation: Compensation for this position is $10.70/hour plus tipped earnings. Employees who are scheduled to perform work in a non-tipped capacity for 20%+ or more of their shift, attend required events like orientation or training, or do not average minimum wage with their combined tipped income each week will be paid a minimum wage of $16.00/hour.

• Bartender knowledge of beer, wine, and liquor.
• Consistently prepare mixed drinks according to Athenaeum hotel standards.
• Receive and prepare bar beverage orders from service staff.
• Quickly service guests at fast-paced events bars.
• Cleaning glasses and utensils, bar area.
• Restocking beer, wine, and glasses as necessary.
• Track all orders through POS System and report daily sales.
• Track complimentary, unwanted, or lost beverages.
• Know and understand NYS liquor laws.
• All other duties as assigned.

About the Referral Program: Chautauqua Institution’s is a talent solution to recruit, develop, and retain a diverse workforce that encompasses all the skills and experience necessary to deliver on our goals and objectives. Chautauqua Institution will provide a $500 referral bonus (less taxes) for active employees referring a new candidate who is hired and remains employed for at least 90-days from the first physical date of work.

In the case of seasonal positions working less than 6-months, the new candidate must remain actively employed for at least 30-days from the first physical date of work and until the closing date of the season. The closing date of the season is the last Sunday in August.

About Your

Schedule:

Chautauqua Institution and Chautauqua Hotel Company offer flexible schedules, full and part-time, for seasonal employment during summer operations starting annually each June and concluding in August. Seasonal employment may be available earlier (pre-season) and beyond season (post-season) based on business needs and candidate availability. Schedules typically include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays as a requirement. While you will confirm your final schedule with management at the time of an interview and offer of employment, you should generally anticipate the following schedule options for this position:
Typically work a six or eight-hour shift with a start time that varies between 5am to 5pm.

About Living on the Grounds: No employer-provided housing is available for this position, including onsite and off-grounds options. Applicants should plan to secure independent housing or reside within a commutable distance.

About Chautauqua Institution: Chautauqua Institution is a not-for-profit global convener of dialogue on the most significant issues of the day through engagement across four pillars of the arts, education, religion, and recreation. The Chautauqua community is located on the shores of Chautauqua Lake in southwestern New York State and comes alive each summer with a unique mix of visual and performing arts, lectures, interfaith worship/programs, and recreational activities.

Chautauqua Institution owns and operates a comprehensive hotel, food & beverage, conferencing, and events organization.

Discovering Your Chautauqua

Experience:

There are countless ways that our talent will engage with our mission, vision, and diverse communities, and you are invited to immerse yourself in our programming as a gateway to this experience. Employees will receive a traditional Chautauqua gate pass, free of cost, which provides access to many of our programs at the Amphitheater.

Our Commitment to IDEA: Chautauqua Institution values as a priority in our strategic plan. One of our five core values is “The dignity and contributions of all people.” We are committed to creating conditions where everyone can engage as complete and valued participants in the Chautauqua experience. The Institution is an…