Bartender

Located in the heart of midtown Manhattan, The Wayfarer is an American Grille serving fresh takes on classic dishes in an airy and sophisticated setting. A bi-level restaurant, featuring a second floor lounge and three private dining rooms, The Wayfarer often has many private events, along with a regular breakfast, lunch and dinner service.

The Barbacks responsibilities include; Supporting the bar team to ensure smooth execution, stocking the bar throughout the shift, aiding in full detail clean shut down, ensuring our guests are having an awesome experience!

Position Requirements
• Adhere to the “Steps of Service” as outlined in the service manual.
• Have detailed knowledge of the menu. Stay abreast of menu changes.
• Have general knowledge of liquor, know the origin and general characteristics of each brand.
• Help Management conduct regular physical inventory of all alcoholic beverages.
• Know how to open the bar.
• Know how to close the bar.
• Adhere to your work schedule.
• Adhere to the restaurant grooming, uniform, and hygiene standards.
• Act professional and accommodating and always maintain your composure.
• Serve alcohol responsibly.

During Service
• Perform assigned side work.
• Take all guests’ orders as necessary.
• Provide food service detailed in service manual.
• Understand thoroughly and articulate with enthusiasm the details of our menu, wine list and cocktail program.
• Anticipate needs of the guest and exceed their expectations.
• Minimize breakage with proper handling of glassware.
• Clean and maintain your work area at all times. Clean floors, no overflowing trash cans, clean service wells and bar top.

Communication
• Be aware if a guest is unhappy while he/she waits for a table and notify the Anchor or a Manager.
• Know how and when to provide information that the guest needs, wants and does not yet know
he/she wants, tactfully and with confidence.
• Communicate all countdowns and 86’ed items with Management and floor staff.
• Identify and report any problems to management immediately.
• Be able to answer general questions about the property, restaurant and other E2 restaurants.


Why work with us??:
• Competitive hourly rates & opportunity for growth (we are expanding!)
• Paid Time Off
• Full benefits package after 90 days with 75% paid premiums
• 401k with employer match
• Flex Spending Accounts for Parking, Transit, Medical & Dependent Care
• Gym Discount (NYHRC)
• Shift meal, dining discounts in other E2 restaurant locations, and a great work environment!

If you think you are a great fit for this role, please let us know by applying today! The Wayfarer is a part of E2 Hospitality, who is proud to be an EOE. We look forward to hearing from you!

Located in the heart of midtown Manhattan, The Wayfarer is an American Grille serving fresh takes on classic dishes in an airy and sophisticated setting. A bi-level restaurant, featuring a second floor lounge and three private dining rooms, The Wayfarer often has many private events, along with a regular breakfast, lunch and dinner service.

The Barbacks responsibilities include; Supporting the bar team to ensure smooth execution, stocking the bar throughout the shift, aiding in full detail clean shut down, ensuring our guests are having an awesome experience!

Position Requirements
• Adhere to the “Steps of Service” as outlined in the service manual.
• Have detailed knowledge of the menu. Stay abreast of menu changes.
• Have general knowledge of liquor, know the origin and general characteristics of each brand.
• Help Management conduct regular physical inventory of all alcoholic beverages.
• Know how to open the bar.
• Know how to close the bar.
• Adhere to your work schedule.
• Adhere to the restaurant grooming, uniform, and hygiene standards.
• Act professional and accommodating and always maintain your composure.
• Serve alcohol responsibly.

During Service
• Perform assigned side work.
• Take all guests’ orders as necessary.
• Provide food service detailed in service manual.
• Understand thoroughly and articulate with enthusiasm the details of our menu, wine list and cocktail program.
• Anticipate needs of the guest and exceed their expectations.
• Minimize breakage with proper handling of glassware.
• Clean and maintain your work area at all times. Clean floors, no overflowing trash cans, clean service wells and bar top.

Communication
• Be aware if a guest is unhappy while he/she waits for a table and notify the Anchor or a Manager.
• Know how and when to provide information that the guest needs, wants and does not yet know
he/she wants, tactfully and with confidence.
• Communicate all countdowns and 86’ed items with Management and floor staff.
• Identify and report any problems to management immediately.
• Be able to answer general questions about the property, restaurant and other E2 restaurants.


Why work with us??:
• Competitive hourly rates & opportunity for growth (we are expanding!)
• Paid Time Off
• Full benefits package after 90 days with 75% paid premiums
• 401k with employer match
• Flex Spending Accounts for Parking, Transit, Medical & Dependent Care
• Gym Discount (NYHRC)
• Shift meal, dining discounts in other E2 restaurant locations, and a great work environment!

If you think you are a great fit for this role, please let us know by applying today! The Wayfarer is a part of E2 Hospitality, who is proud to be an EOE. We look forward to hearing from you!