The Dinex Group, Chef Daniel Boulud ’s internationally acclaimed restaurant group, is seeking experienced and enthusiastic Server Assistants to join our team at the Blue Box Café by Daniel Boulud. This luxury, high-end fine-dining cafe is located within Tiffany and Co. in midtown Manhattan.
The Server Assistant is responsible for preparing the dining room for service, table maintenance and for delivering all dishes from the kitchen to the appropriate guest in the dining room. They will know all of the dishes on the menu and be prepared to answer questions from guests. The Server Assistant is also responsible to prepare and deliver beverages to guests in an efficient and timely manner. They should have the ability to provide the highest standard of service, superior communication and interpersonal skills, exceptions organizational skills and the ability to handle a high-volume environment.
Essential Duties :
- Prepare dining room for service throughout the shift
- Maintain table cleanliness and steps of service throughout shift
- Work closely with servers to contribute to a positive dining experience for guests
- Deliver food, beverages and bread to the guests at their table or bar, as needed
- Polish glassware and cutlery as directed
- Prepare and maintain bread station and coffee station
- Open, close and maintain the dining room and beverage station as needed
- Be knowledgeable of menu items and cuisine
- Greet all guests with enthusiasm and friendliness
- Engage the guests to create positive dining experiences
- Execute on-going, pre- and post-shift side work
- Expedite, as needed
- Additional tasks as directed by a Manager or Chef
Competencies & Qualifications :
least 2 years of experience in a fine dining environmentGeneral knowledge and interest in food and wine with a desire to learn and growActively practice food safety proceduresAble to take direction and complete tasksOrganizational skills with careful attention to detailPleasant demeanor and professional composureSuperior written and oral communication skillsAbility to engage guests successfully and build a relationshipImpeccable grooming as defined by management and dress codeKnowledge of tableside etiquette in an upscale environmentPunctual with a strong sense of urgency and work ethic with the ability to multitaskA warm, compassionate, and team-focused approachAbility to lift up to 25lbs if necessaryStand for long periods during servicePosition requires :
Daytime and weekend availabilityReference checkThe Dinex Group LLC is an equal opportunity employer. The Dinex Group LLC does not discriminate in employment with regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex, gender (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service or any other characteristic protected by law.