Come for the Job — Stay for the Career
IMPORTANT — PLEASE READ: This is a dual-location position requiring regular shifts at both Nektar Wine Bar (New Hope, PA) and The Clinton House (Clinton, NJ), approximately 35 minutes apart.
This role is ideal for candidates seeking consistent hours, full-time potential, and growth across two established restaurants.
About Our Locations
Nektar Wine Bar | 8 West Mechanic Street, New Hope, PA
Featuring world-inspired small plates, curated wine and whiskey selections, craft beer, and a scenic waterside patio.
The Clinton House | 2 West Main Street, Clinton, NJ
A historic landmark steakhouse on the Raritan River with a classic, upscale ambiance. Serving as a premier dining destination in Hunterdon County since 1743. Upcoming renovations include expanded dining venues and a boutique inn.
Beyond serving and bartending, we intentionally create opportunities within the restaurant that allow individuals to uncover their natural skill sets and interests. We develop people into roles that align with both the company’s needs and the individual’s strengths—without requiring someone else to leave so you can advance. There is room here to invest in something meaningful and build a role that goes beyond traditional server or bartender paths.
Why Work With Us?
We believe hospitality careers are built through education, mentorship, and trust.
Our training and development program includes:
- Customized compensation packages for individuals seeking increased responsibility and growth into leadership, mentorship, or management-track roles
- Wine, spirits, beer, and food tastings
- Paid solo or group excursions (Past experiences include: Sonoma & Napa Valley, Finger Lakes, New York, Oregon’s Willamette Valley, Local craft beer tours, Murray’s Cheese Caves (New York), Unionville Vineyard grape harvesting)
- Paid support for Sommelier & WSET certifications
- Paid sick time
- Employee meals and discounts
- Closed on Christmas Day
- Yearly staff party and team events
- Ability to purchase rare wines and specialty food items at cost
- A mix of tipped and hourly shifts, with overtime and customized bonus structures based on performance, strengths, and leadership interest
Who We’re Looking For
We are seeking part-time or full-time Servers and Bartenders who:
- Have experience in full-service fine dining
- Bring wine, spirits, steak, and seafood base knowledge
- Are reliable and consistent
- Are interested in long-term career growth—not just picking up shifts
Availability Requirements:
- Must be available to work weekends (Sundays) and holidays
- Minimum availability of 20 hours per week
- Reliable, trustworthy, consistent, takes initiative
Commitment & Expectations
Due to the depth of our training and investment in our team, we seek a minimum two-year commitment following a successful 90-day trial period.
If you are motivated, professional, curious, and excited to build a career in hospitality—not just work another restaurant job—we’d love to meet you.
Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $35,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
Application Question(s):
- 1. This role requires reliable transportation, the ability to work at both locations (Nektar Wine Bar in New Hope, PA, and The Clinton House in Clinton, NJ), and availability on weekends (Sundays included) and holidays. If hired, are you able to meet all of these requirements?
- 2. How far do you currently live from both our locations?
- 3. If you live more than 30 minutes away, are you able to consistently arrive on time for scheduled shifts, including early call times, traffic, and weekends?
- 4. This role requires availability on weekends and select holidays (excluding Christmas Day, when we are closed). Are you able to meet this requirement?
- 5. How many years of serving experience do you have in a full-service fine dining restaurant?
- 6. This is a career-focused role with extensive training and mentorship. Following the 90-day trial period, we seek a minimum two-year commitment. Are you open to this expectation?
- 9. Leadership Interest (Preferred). Are you interested in leadership or management-track responsibilities in addition to server/bartender shifts?
Work Location: In person
