Lead Bartender (Afterwords Wine Bar)/Seasonal Employment
Chautauqua Institution, Chautauqua, NY, United States
Lead Bartender (Afterwords Wine Bar)/Seasonal Employment
Job Category: Restaurant Requisition Number: LEADB004504 Posted: February 10, 2026 Full-Time Rate: $13 USD per hour The Athenaeum Hotel 3 S Lake Dr Chautauqua, NY 14722, USA Job Details
Description
Afterwords Wine Bar is one of many food venues located on property at Chautauqua Institution. Patrons can savor everything from hearty handhelds to shareable Mediterranean dishes; each thoughtfully paired with hand-selected wines. Located on Bestor Plaza, above the Chautauqua Bookstore, we offer both indoor and outdoor seating for a relaxed, enjoyable atmosphere. Afterwords Wine Bar is open Sunday through Wednesday 11:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Thursday through Saturday 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. during the summer season. About Your Compensation Compensation for this position is $13.00/hour plus tipped earnings. Employees who are scheduled to perform work in a non-tipped capacity for 20%+ or more of their shift, attend required events like orientation or training, or do not average minimum wage with their combined tipped income each week will be paid a minimum wage of $16.00/hour. About Your Work Day Knowledge of beer, wine, and liquor. Consistently prepare mixed drinks according to Athenaeum Hotel standards. Receive and prepare bar beverage orders from the service staff. Provide guests with a fast-paced bar and cocktail service. Cleaning glasses and utensils, bar area. Restocking beer, wine, and glasses as necessary. Track all orders through POS System and report daily sales. Track complimentary, unwanted, or lost beverages. Know and understand NYS Liquor Laws. Oversee front-of-house staff and monitor restaurant operations. Interact with guests and ensure guest satisfaction is above and beyond. Maintain standards of fine dining establishment in a fast-paced atmosphere. Work alongside kitchen staff to ensure quality control of the product. Assist management in overall cost-effectiveness within budget and oversee front-of-house staff and monitor restaurant operations. Interact with guests and ensure guest satisfaction is above and beyond. Conduct training for seasonal staff. Responsible for directing employees to keep a clean space and atmosphere. All other duties as assigned. Qualifications
Skills
Preferred
Dependability
Expert Communication
Intermediate Decision Making
Some Knowledge Behaviors
Preferred
Dedicated
Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity Leader
Inspires teammates to follow them Team Player
Works well as a member of a group Motivations
Preferred
Ability to Make an Impact
Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization Goal Completion
Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks Self-Starter
Inspired to perform without outside help Experience
Preferred
1-3 years:
Culinary and food service supervisor experience. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Job Category: Restaurant Requisition Number: LEADB004504 Posted: February 10, 2026 Full-Time Rate: $13 USD per hour The Athenaeum Hotel 3 S Lake Dr Chautauqua, NY 14722, USA Job Details
Description
Afterwords Wine Bar is one of many food venues located on property at Chautauqua Institution. Patrons can savor everything from hearty handhelds to shareable Mediterranean dishes; each thoughtfully paired with hand-selected wines. Located on Bestor Plaza, above the Chautauqua Bookstore, we offer both indoor and outdoor seating for a relaxed, enjoyable atmosphere. Afterwords Wine Bar is open Sunday through Wednesday 11:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Thursday through Saturday 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. during the summer season. About Your Compensation Compensation for this position is $13.00/hour plus tipped earnings. Employees who are scheduled to perform work in a non-tipped capacity for 20%+ or more of their shift, attend required events like orientation or training, or do not average minimum wage with their combined tipped income each week will be paid a minimum wage of $16.00/hour. About Your Work Day Knowledge of beer, wine, and liquor. Consistently prepare mixed drinks according to Athenaeum Hotel standards. Receive and prepare bar beverage orders from the service staff. Provide guests with a fast-paced bar and cocktail service. Cleaning glasses and utensils, bar area. Restocking beer, wine, and glasses as necessary. Track all orders through POS System and report daily sales. Track complimentary, unwanted, or lost beverages. Know and understand NYS Liquor Laws. Oversee front-of-house staff and monitor restaurant operations. Interact with guests and ensure guest satisfaction is above and beyond. Maintain standards of fine dining establishment in a fast-paced atmosphere. Work alongside kitchen staff to ensure quality control of the product. Assist management in overall cost-effectiveness within budget and oversee front-of-house staff and monitor restaurant operations. Interact with guests and ensure guest satisfaction is above and beyond. Conduct training for seasonal staff. Responsible for directing employees to keep a clean space and atmosphere. All other duties as assigned. Qualifications
Skills
Preferred
Dependability
Expert Communication
Intermediate Decision Making
Some Knowledge Behaviors
Preferred
Dedicated
Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity Leader
Inspires teammates to follow them Team Player
Works well as a member of a group Motivations
Preferred
Ability to Make an Impact
Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization Goal Completion
Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks Self-Starter
Inspired to perform without outside help Experience
Preferred
1-3 years:
Culinary and food service supervisor experience. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.