Bartender

Ikigai


Date: 7 hours ago
City: Brooklyn, NY
Contract type: Full time
Ikigai is a 10-course Japanese Kaiseki restaurant located in Fort Greene, Brooklyn.

The shifts are Tuesday-Saturday nights, averaging 38 hours per week.

Responsibilities:

  • Crafting and serving cocktails that highlight Japanese ingredients, seasonal flavors, and thoughtful pairings with the tasting menu.
  • Guiding guests through sake, wine, whisky, beer, and non-alcoholic offerings with accuracy, enthusiasm, and hospitality.
  • Designing and presenting beverage experiences that complement the flow of a 10-course Kaiseki meal.
  • Preparing classic and house cocktails with precision and consistency.
  • Supporting dining room service, including drink delivery, clearing, resetting, and overall guest care.
  • Collaborating with the kitchen team to ensure seamless pairings and service throughout the evening.
  • Upholding restaurant-wide standards of organization, cleanliness, and teamwork.
  • Contributing to a team-based service model, including setup, breakdown, and shared responsibilities.

Requirements:

  • Strong knowledge of sake, Japanese whisky, and spirits, plus enthusiasm for Japanese flavors and ingredients.
  • Experience creating cocktails, with a focus on balance, creativity, and precision.
  • Ability to explain beverages and cocktails to guests in an engaging, approachable way.
  • Prior bartending or beverage-focused fine dining experience preferred.
  • Excellent communication, multitasking, and teamwork skills.
  • Attention to detail and a strong commitment to hospitality.
  • Physical stamina to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.

More detail about Ikigai, please visit https://culinaryagents.com/entities/677484-Ikigai

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