Bartender/Server

About Us

Sylvia Woods, the "Queen of Soul Food," was the founder and owner of the world famous Sylvia's Restaurant, located in the historical village of Harlem, since 1962. In 1944, Sylvia and her Husband Herbert, moved to Harlem NY, where she became a waitress at Johnson's luncheonette. After several years of dedicated service, Mr. Johnson recognized Sylvia's entrepreneurial spirit and sold her the luncheonette.The once small luncheonette which consisted of 15 stools and six booths, has now flourished into a family-owned enterprise which consists of: Sylvia's Restaurant in Harlem, Sylvia's Also, a full-service catering hall, Special Events Division, a nationwide line of Sylvia's Food Products, two deliciously amazing cookbooks, and ATOC, Inc., a real estate holding company.

The world famous Sylvia's Restaurant is seeking Bartenders to join our team. We are looking for enthusiastic bartenders to provide an excellent guest drinking experience. Under the direction of our Managers, the Bartender is responsible for serving our guests by providing good customer service, taking orders, delivering food and beverages, mixing ingredients to prepare cocktails, and answering any questions regarding the menu. Good bartenders will be able to create classic and innovative drinks exceeding customers' needs and expectations while complying with all food and beverage regulations.

Qualified candidates must:

• Bartender License
• Basic mathematical skills
• Knowledge of spirits, wine, champagne and mixed cocktails
• Be able to mix drinks according to Sylvia's recipes
• Enthusiastically greet and welcome guests
• Have a great work ethic and commitment to uncompromising quality
• Be able to work positively in a fast-paced environment.
• Have knowledge of a POS system
• Have basic to intermediate English communication skills. Second language a plus
• Maintain the bar and facility with regards to cleanliness, neatness and customer accessibility
• Work as a team member to support other restaurant employees in their duties
• Perform other duties as assigned by our Management Team
• Be able to stand, walk for extended periods of time and the ability to grasp, lift and/or carry up to 50 lbs as needed

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Referral program
• Pre-tax medical plan
• Tax saving transportation
• Paid time off

Physical Setting:

• Bar
• Casual dining restaurant
• Fine dining restaurant

Schedule:

• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Experience:

• Restaurant Experience: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location:

• One location