Substitute Bar Server

Negotiable
Experience
3-5 years
Job Type
Full Time
Location
United States, New York
Job Description

Substitute Bar Server

Mandarin Oriental New York
is looking for a Substitute Bar Server to join our Food and Beverage team in our
exciting new outlet The Bar.

Are you a master of craft?
Do you thrive in a team that succeeds together, demonstrating integrity
and respect while acting responsibly? Do you embrace a growth mindset? We invite
you to become a fan of the exceptional.

Mandarin Oriental Hotel
Group is the award-winning owner and operator of some of the most luxurious
hotels, resorts and residences located in prime destinations around the world,
with a strong development pipeline. Increasingly recognized for creating some
of the world’s most sought-after properties, the Group provides legendary
service inspired by Asian heritage whilst representing the very cutting-edge
of luxury experiences.

A stunning fusion of modern design
with stylish oriental flair, target="_blank">Mandarin Oriental, New York features href="http://www.mandarinoriental.com/newyork/accommodation/"
target="_blank">244 elegant guestrooms and suites — all with breath-taking
views of Manhattan and Five-Star hospitality.

Luxurious amenities include MO Lounge, all-day dining overlooking Central Park
and the Manhattan skyline; a 14,500 square-foot href="http://www.mandarinoriental.com/newyork/luxury-spa/"
target="_blank">Five-Star Mandarin href="http://www.mandarinoriental.com/newyork/luxury-spa/"
target="_blank">Oriental Spa; and a state-of-the-art fitness center with
a 75-foot lap pool.

In addition, there is premium meeting and event space, including a href="http://www.mandarinoriental.com/newyork/hotel-venues/meeting-facilities/"
target="_blank">6,000 square-foot pillar-less ballroom with three walls
of windows overlooking Central Park.

About
the job

Based at the Mandarin Oriental New York within the Food
and Beverage Department in New York the Substitute Bar Server maintains all
dining room environment and equipment clean and tidy, assists guests when
they have questions about the menus offerings, and takes order from guests,
anticipates guests’ needs and addresses them accordingly.

Substitute Bar
Servers reports to the The Bar Manager/Food and Beverage
Manager.

As Substitute Bar Server, you will responsible
for the following duties:

  • Support company's philosophy
    and company culture through the use of Pillars of Legendary Quality Experiences
    on a daily basis to ensure Guest Satisfaction and the achievement of our Mission
    Statement
  • Support company's philosophy and company culture through
    the use of Departmental Legendary Quality Experiences on a daily basis to ensure
    Guest Satisfaction and the achievement of our Mission Statement
  • Support
    company's philosophy and company culture through the use of Guiding Principles
    and D.E.L.I.G.H.T as part of ensuring Guest Satisfaction and the achievement
    of our Mission Statement.
  • Retrieve supplies at beginning of shift
    from C2 and other areas as required for service
  • Retrieve wines
    and other beverages from wine racks and other storage
  • Retrieves
    completed food and/beverage orders from kitchen or bar; confirms accuracy
    of order and delivers to guests with appropriate condiments. When serving
    beverages, abides by all state, federal and corporate liquor regulations
    pertaining to serving alcoholic beverages to minors and intoxicated guests.

  • Checks assigned station (which will rotate weekly) before, during and after
    shift for proper set up and cleanliness
  • Work in a team effort
    with other Bar servers and Bar bartenders regardless of sections to ensure
    legendary quality experience for all internal and external guests.

  • Greets guests in a friendly and courteous manner and explain any specials
    cocktails
  • Records the details of the order from guests, repeating
    as necessary, to check for accuracy.
  • Remain attentive to guests’
    allergy and dietary restrictions, ensuring all orders comply with their needs
    and are communicated accurately to the kitchen and bar teams

  • Replenishes beverages as necessary and checks with guest for overall
    satisfaction
  • Presents the check to the guest in a timely
    and anticipatory manner, then collects and processes payment.
  • Maintain
    the service area clean and organized by keeping chairs and banquettes free
    of debris and ensuring tables are properly wiped down
  • Vacuum around
    tables and service area as needed after each service
  • Make sure that all
    silver and glasses are wiped and spotless
  • Ensure the snack station
    is properly set and table lights are in place prior to guest arrival

  • Mark tables appropriately to food order for each course
  • Enter
    and close out all sales in POS without errors. Double check list of items before
    “sending”.
  • Make sure that all product served are accounted for on
    the final bill before presenting it.
  • Set up tables according to Bar
    Manager / F&B Manager communication
  • Up keep and clear tables between
    courses throughout the service
  • Make sure that all product served
    are accounted for on the final bill before presenting it.
  • Verify guest
    satisfaction with each table during each course served
  • Anticipate guest
    needs, as to where guests will never have to ask for anything
  • To wish
    each and every guest a warm farewell and thank them for coming
  • At
    the end of the shift deliver all checks and report to the appropriate place
    according to rules
  • Responsible for closing all guest checks daily
    to ensure accurate billing and avoid any open transactions
  • Perform all
    opening duties to set up for successful service and closing duties to set up
    for next day service
  • Follow all Forbes and LQE Standards of service
    at all times

Additional Duties
and Responsibilities

  • Report all suspicious persons or activities
    and hazardous or unsafe conditions to the management
  • Follow TIPS
    standards for service of alcoholic beverages
  • Provide excellent service
    at all time to all of our guests
  • Assist Guest courteously
    and efficiently
  • Maintain the cleanliness of service areas at all
    the time
  • Provide instruction and/or guidance for guest and employee
    safety in fire or other emergency situations
  • Respond to all guest
    questions. Provide guest assistance, direction and information as requested when
    working in public areas
  • Extensive knowledge of food and beverage
    in order to service and up sell our product, including liquors
    and cocktails.
  • Demonstrate thorough knowledge of the cocktail menu,
    the overall bar concept, and all beverages offered
  • Set up side station
    and complete all side work daily
  • Assist MO Lounge cocktail server
    in lounge when necessary
  • Assist Food and Beverage coordinator
    in seating guests when necessary
  • Perform any general cleaning task
    as needed, perform a variety of other duties as assigned
  • Attend all
    food and beverage training classes
  • Following the posted opening
    and closing duties and side work sheet
  • Attend daily pre
    meal/communication meeting
  • Attend monthly department meeting

  • Generate a good atmosphere

As Substitute Bar
Server, we expect from you:

  • Reading, writing and oral
    proficiency in the English language.
  • Willing to work a flexible
    schedule and holidays.
  • Be a self-motivator and motivator
    of others.
  • Work in a safe, prudent, and organized manner.
  • Have
    an in-depth knowledge of food and preparation.
  • Have a good knowledge
    of wine.
  • Have a excellent knowledge of mixed drinks and cocktails

  • Be able to relate to all levels of guests and management.
  • Have
    a minimum of 3 years’ experience in similar position in luxury setting.

  • Have the ability to handle multiple tasks at one time.
  • Have
    excellent communication and organization skills.
  • Maintain a clean
    and healthy personal hygiene and grooming.
  • Be able to consistently
    delight and satisfy our guest.
  • Have the ability to handle guest
    requests in a detailed manner.

Our commitment to
you

  • Learning & Development. Your success is our success.

    We craft unique learning and development programmes for various stages in your
    career so that you grow, continuously.
  • MOstay. When you work as hard
    as our colleagues do, it’s important to take time off. As a member of
    the #MOfamily, you can stay with us wherever you go in the world. The MOstay
    programme offers complimentary nights and additionally attractive rates on rooms
    for you and your loved ones.
  • Heath & Colleague Wellness. Finding
    the right work-life balance is important.

    Your wellbeing matters to us. A variety of health benefits and wellness
    programmes are offered to all our colleagues, globally.
  • Retirement
    Plans. When you show commitment to us, we reciprocate. We offer different
    retirement plans depending on the length of your service and your role.

Pay and Benefits:

  • Pay $17.95 to $23.93
    hourly- commensurate with experience and the IWA guidelines
  • A
    competitive benefits package offered through the Employee Benefits Fund

It is Company policy to comply with the Americans
with Disabilities Act, including by providing reasonable accommodations that
do not constitute an undue hardship on the Company. Colleagues or candidates
should direct requests for accommodation to the Director of People
and Culture.

We’re Fans.

Are you?

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group is a well-known luxury hotel group. It was founded in 1963 and is headquartered in Hong Kong, China, under the Jardine Matheson Group. The group's brand logo is a folding fan with 11 segments. In 2025, the group upgraded its brand identity with a modern fan design, simplified text, and custom fonts, while also introducing new colors like celadon green and launching a new member app. As of 2025, the group operates 43 hotels in 27 countries and regions and manages several residential projects.