A neo-bistro with New York sensibility and global influences, Acru is the first restaurant from Chef/Partner Daniel Garwood (previously Sous Chef at the Michelin-starred Atomix), in partnership with NA:EUN Hospitality Group, which is behind some of New York and the world’s most renowned concepts including Atomix, Atoboy, and Naro.

Acru is looking for Bartenders to join our opening team. We are looking for passionate and enthusiastic beverage professionals with endless curiosity and love for the restaurant industry to learn and grow with our restaurant. 

Our Bartenders will work in conjunction with the Restaurant’s Beverage Manager and Acru Beverage Director, Jhonel Faelnar, in leading the team in all beverage and service-related areas. This team member will provide assistance in maintaining the bar program, collaborating with cocktail creation, providing continued education for our team, and demonstrating exemplary hospitality and beverage service to our guests. This is an ideal position for someone whose passion for beverage is matched by their deep commitment to guest service & hospitality. 

Bartender responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Bar setup/breakdown, maintaining stock of all beverages according to service needs, and ensuring the team is well-prepared to execute a successful service.
• Responsible for serving bar guests and providing a memorable dining experience.
• Have beverage conversations of varying depths with our guests, guiding them through our list, in a gracious manner.
• Produce consistent and well-made cocktails in an efficient manner.
• Assist in managing the day-to-day needs of the beverage program (POS management, communicating ordering and prep needs, stocking, menu updates, timely staff updates, etc.).
• Assist with bar prep (e.g. making syrups, batching cocktails, etc.).
• Assist with weekly inventory and ordering.
• Maintain proper glassware inventory and breakage logs.
• Assist with inventory audits at the close of each financial period.
• Assist with the creation and implementation of cocktail, spirits, and beer training for new hires and continued education for existing staff members - testing regularly to check for understanding and structuring classes and tastings to encourage high engagement levels.
• Expected to be constantly growing, learning, and expanding their knowledge base.

Qualified Bartenders must be energetic, enthusiastic, and have a great attitude, as well as:

• At least 1 year of bartending experience (preferably in a fine dining setting).
• Must be able to demonstrate an extensive depth of food and beverage knowledge.
• Ability to work in a clean, organized, and efficient manner
• Ability to assist with ordering and inventory
• Previous experience with cocktail creation is a plus but not required

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 25lbs if necessary
• Safely and effectively use all necessary tools and equipment
• Stand and walk for an entire shift, including moving safely through all areas of the restaurant