The Arch at 550 Madison Avenue is a private club level and amenity space serving this prestige office building’s corporate clients. It is the heart of the building and a place where fine quality hospitality meet comfort and contemporary design. The space encompasses a 40 seat café, an espresso and wine bar, and nine separate private dining and conference rooms, including a library, screening room, billiards room and chef’s table with dedicated kitchen. 550 Madison Avenue, located in Midtown Manhattan, is NYC’s only landmarked building to achieve LEED Platinum Certification, a globally recognized symbol of sustainability achievement.

Great Performances operates the Club Level Amenity Space at 550 Madison Avenue. We are a hospitality management company committed to collaboration, innovation and quality in our seasonal menus, striking design, impeccable service and critical attention to detail. This woman owned business serving New York City for over 40 years is renowned for events catering as well as food service in celebrated New York City cultural institutions, including Jazz at Lincoln Center, Brooklyn Museum, Brooklyn Academy of Music, The Apollo Theater and others. Great Performances is the nation’s first caterer to own and operate its own organic farm, Katchkie Farm, located in Kinderhook, NY. Progressive from the start, Great Performances consistently sets the pace for industry best practices.

We are committed to the art of hospitality and seek food and beverage professionals who share our passion for customer service with a personable and positive attitude. Great hospitality, relies upon skill and knowledge, but above all a warm and welcoming demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Beverage service at wine bar, café and private dining and conferencing spaces
• Beverage stocking
• Bar set up and breakdown and event set-up and breakdown
• Supporting service team as needed throughout the operation
• Reporting to Beverage Manager regarding beverage inventory par stock and purchasing needs

Qualifications

• Minimum two year’s bar tending experience with some fine dining experience
• In depth wine, spirits and cocktail knowledge
• Professional demeanor with a warm and welcoming personality
• Anticipates guest needs and derives satisfaction from providing excellent customer service
• Strong work ethic, well organized, focused, attentive to details
• Dependable and punctual
• Thrives in a team spirited environment
• Experienced in using restaurant POS systems
• Ability to lift a minimum of 30 lbs and stand for at least 8 hours
• TIPS certified, a plus

Schedule: Full Time, On-Site

Pay Rate: $36 / hour

Benefits: PTO, 401K, Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, Transit, and FSA (Flexible Spending Account)

Great Performances is an Equal Opportunity Employer.