We are seeking a dedicated and proactive Server Assistant to join our team at a prestigious fine dining French restaurant. The Server Assistant plays a crucial role in supporting the front-of-house team by assisting with table setup, food running, drink refills, and maintaining a clean and organized dining environment to ensure exceptional guest experiences.
Benefits:
- Team Member Meal Benefit Program - STEEP Discounts on Food & Beverage at ALL of our restaurant group's locations
- 401K WITH Company Match
- EVERYONE is eligible for Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance within first 30 days of Employment.
- FREE $25,000 Life Insurance Policy
- FREE Lifetime enrollment in our Industry-leading Employee Assistance Program
- FREE Lifetime enrollment in our "Perkspot" (Think of it like Groupon, but better)
- An INCREDIBLE work culture that focus on Team Member enrichment
- A schedule that works for you, we are SUPER flexible and understand people have lives outside of work.
- Deeply Discounted: $40 ServSafe Manager Course & Exam (5 Year Certification)
- American Red Cross: CPR / First Aid / AED / Narcan Certification (2 Year Certification)
Responsibilities:- Assist servers in setting up dining areas before service, including arranging tables, chairs, tableware, and linens to meet presentation standards.
- Welcome guests and guide them to their tables, providing assistance with seating arrangements and coat check if applicable.
- Refill water glasses, breadbaskets, and condiments promptly throughout the meal, ensuring guests' needs are anticipated and met.
- Assist servers in delivering food orders from the kitchen to the appropriate tables, following service protocols and timing guidelines.
- Clear and reset tables efficiently after guests depart, removing used dishes, glassware, and utensils while maintaining cleanliness and organization.
- Collaborate with the kitchen and bar staff to ensure timely delivery of food and beverages, communicating any special requests or guest preferences.
- Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of the dining room, including sweeping, vacuuming, wiping surfaces, and ensuring restrooms are well-maintained.
- Assist in stocking and replenishing supplies such as napkins, utensils, condiments, and cleaning materials as needed.
- Support servers and bartenders during peak service periods, handling tasks to facilitate smooth service flow and guest satisfaction.
- Adhere to food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards at all times, following proper procedures for handling and disposing of food and waste.
Qualifications:- Previous experience as a server assistant, busser, or similar role in a restaurant environment, preferably in fine dining or upscale establishments.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, taking direction from servers and management while maintaining a positive and helpful attitude.
- Strong attention to detail, with the ability to prioritize tasks and work efficiently in a fast-paced setting.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a friendly and approachable demeanor towards guests and colleagues.
- Physical stamina and dexterity to lift and carry trays, move furniture, and perform cleaning tasks as required.
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed based on restaurant operations.
- Knowledge of basic food and beverage service principles is a plus but can be learned on the job with training.
- A commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness, organization, and guest satisfaction in the dining environment.
A commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness, organization, and guest satisfaction in the dining environment.
Supplemental payBenefits- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Referral program
- Employee discount
- Paid training