Bartender - Executive & Admin

Job Description

Our team members are the key to our company’s success, and their health and well‑being, as well as that of their families, is very important to us. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that allows our team members stay healthy, plan for their future and maintain a healthy work‑life balance. Benefits may vary with employment status. To see our full list of Team Member Benefits please visit our career site:

Located in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, Hard Rock Hotel New York delivers a dynamic blend of elevated hospitality and cultural energy. Our hotel is more than a destination, it is a stage where music, design, and service come together to create unforgettable moments. At Hard Rock, our employees are Band Members, each bringing their individuality, passion, and expertise to the guest experience.

Together, we create an environment that is vibrant, refined, and authentically Hard Rock.

We are seeking a Bartender to join our team! In this role, your day is shaped by movement, energy, and connection. You’ll spend your time providing prompt and courteous service to all bar guests, including taking orders, suggestive selling, preparing and serving beverages, and the clearing/setting of the bar top and tables. You will play a key role in fostering a high‑energy environment driven by passion for excellence.

This includes delivering fast, accurate service while maintaining a friendly, engaging presence with guests seated at the bar. You are expected to execute all responsibilities with professionalism, precision, and a consistent focus on creating an exceptional guest experience. Each interaction presents an opportunity to deliver a memorable experience by anticipating guest needs, exceeding expectations, and establishing genuine connections.

• At least four years of prior experience, ideally within a four‑ or five‑star hotel environment
• Ability to communicate clearly, stay patient under pressure, and approach every situation with tact and professionalism
• Comfortable reconciling transactions at the end of each shift, cash out, and maintaining a balanced bank
• Ensure sequence of service is followed for all guests
• Accommodate guests’ special requests whenever possible
• Process payments according to POS and cash handling procedures and ensure all checks are closed out timely
• Additional language skills beyond English are an advantage
• Understand the rhythm of lifestyle hotels
• Ready to work evenings, weekends, and holidays when the property is at its most vibrant
• Active, hands‑on role: spend a good portion of your shift working with guests and with your team, assisting coworkers as needed to complete required activities and deliver amplified service
• Always smiling and offering a warm greeting to all

• Anticipate guest needs and act with intention
• Deliver service that is both polished and personal
• Take ownership of every detail of the guest journey
• Contribute to a collaborative, energized, and high‑performing culture
• Be detail‑oriented, highly organized, and thrive in a fast‑paced, high‑expectation environment
• Be a natural leader who communicates effectively, leads with professionalism, and inspires those around you to perform at their best
• Have the ability to anticipate needs, solve problems, and maintain high standards

This is a non‑union, hourly position. We offer a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, retirement savings, and employee perks.

Pay Range: $2 - $25/

Hard Rock Hotel New York is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

Be Iconic represents the roots of our culture. The Seminole Tribe of Florida remains the only unconquered tribe in the United States of America. The Tribe established Seminole Gaming in 1979, when it opened the first high‑stakes bingo hall in the United States. Building on its rich heritage of courageous and groundbreaking achievements, the Seminole Tribe of Florida acquired Hard Rock International in March 2007—the first transaction of its kind by a Native American tribe.

Today, Hard Rock International remains one of the most globally recognized companies in the world, with Hard Rock Hotel, Casino, Cafe and Rock Shop® venues in over 74 countries. With the continued growth of Seminole Gaming and Hard Rock International, Seminole Hard Rock Support Services was created to support all of our brands and lines of business. With the largest global footprint in the hospitality industry for over 50 years, our number‑one job is to bring fun and excitement to our team members and our guests!