Head Bartender / Mixologist & Head Cook /Chef (New rochelle)

🌟 Join the Ava Ava RBL Team 🌟 📍 13 Division St, New Rochelle, NY 🎉 Celebrating 5 Years of Excellence We’re hiring for two leadership positions at Ava Ava Restaurant & Lounge: 🍸 Head Bartender / Mixologist (Full-Time) We are seeking a professional female mixologist/head bartender with the right mix of skill, leadership, and hospitality. Duties & Responsibilities: • Create and serve classic cocktails, signature drinks, and seasonal menus. • Train, supervise, and schedule bar staff. • Ensure bar is fully stocked, organized, and clean at all times. • Manage inventory, order supplies, and control bar costs. • Provide excellent guest interactions — engaging, welcoming, and professional. • Maintain compliance with health, safety, and liquor regulations. • Handle cash and POS transactions with accuracy. • Work closely with management to coordinate promotions, events, and specials. Requirements: • Minimum 2–3 years bartending/mixology experience. • Strong knowledge of spirits, wine, beer, and cocktail trends. • Exceptional communication and hospitality skills. • Leadership ability to run a team effectively and efficiently. • Positive, people-friendly personality. • Must be available for full-time, on-the-books employment. 📞 Contact Bryan at 917-642-1804 or 📧 avaavarbl@gmail.com. ⸻ 👨‍🍳 Head Cook / Chef (Full-Time) We are looking for a serious, experienced chef who can take charge of our kitchen operations and deliver exceptional dining experiences. Duties & Responsibilities: • Lead and manage the kitchen team — scheduling, training, and supervision. • Plan and execute menu items with creativity, consistency, and presentation standards. • Monitor food quality from prep to plate, ensuring excellence at every stage. • Manage inventory, order supplies, and track food costs to maintain profitability. • Control portion sizes and waste while maintaining high quality. • Maintain a safe, clean, and organized kitchen environment. • Develop prep lists, production schedules, and staff responsibilities. • Work with management to plan specials, banquets, and private events. • Handle administrative tasks (staff scheduling, reviews, food costing) with basic computer/Microsoft Word skills. Requirements: • Proven experience as a chef or head cook in a full-service restaurant. • Strong leadership and organizational skills. • Ability to calculate food costs and manage labor efficiently. • Excellent knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and culinary techniques. • Creative mindset with a focus on presentation and customer satisfaction. • Reliable, serious, and ready to take ownership of the kitchen. 📞 Contact Bryan at 917-642-1804 or 📧 avaavarbl@gmail.com. ⸻ 💡 At Ava Ava, we pride ourselves on delivering a classy, fun, and professional dining and nightlife experience. If you’re ready to lead and grow with us, we want to hear from you.