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Backwaiter
Restaurant Serenade
6 Roosevelt Ave, Chatham, NJ 07928
Restaurant Serenade hiring Backwaiter in Chatham, NJ

Restaurant Serenade hiring Backwaiter in Chatham, NJ

Backwaiter

Restaurant SerenadeMore Info

6 Roosevelt Ave, Chatham, NJ 07928
Full Time • Hourly ($25.00 - $45.00) plus tips
Archived: Jan 10, 2026

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Required Years of Experience

0-1 years


Job Details

Restaurant Serenade is seeking enthusiastic and dedicated Backwaiters to join our esteemed team. Whether you're experienced or new to the industry, we provide comprehensive training to ensure you excel in your role.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist servers in providing an exceptional dining experience for our guests.
  • Support the seamless operation of the restaurant by setting tables, refilling water, and ensuring the dining area is clean and inviting.
  • Collaborate with our kitchen and front-of-house teams to maintain the highest standards of service and presentation.

Opportunity Highlights:

  • Earn Up to $40 per Hour: Our pooled tipping system allows backwaiters to earn between $30 to $40 per hour.
  • Learn from the Best: Work alongside our award-winning Chef James Laird and a team dedicated to culinary excellence.
  • Dynamic Menu: Engage with a menu that celebrates seasonal and local ingredients, offering an ever-changing gastronomic experience.
  • Extensive Wine Knowledge: Gain exposure to our vast wine collection and enhance your understanding of wine pairings.

Requirements:

  • Availability for dinner shifts, including weekends, nights, and holidays.
  • A positive attitude and a commitment to providing outstanding customer service.
  • A willingness to learn and grow within a fast-paced, fine dining environment.

Details:

  • Job Type: Full-time
  • Salary: $30.00 - $40.00 per hour
  • Benefits: Health insurance
  • Shift: 8-hour shifts, typically from 4:15 PM to close on weekends and 5:00 PM to close on weekdays.
  • Location: Restaurant Serenade, a top 25 restaurant in New Jersey, known for its exquisite French cuisine with an American twist and a dedication to seasonal and regional ingredients.

Join our team at Restaurant Serenade and be part of a culinary journey that celebrates passion, excellence, and the art of fine dining. Apply now to start your adventure in the world of gastronomy!

Restaurant Serenade is an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment.


Compensation Details

Compensation: Hourly ($25.00 - $45.00) plus tips

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance


Required Skills

Assisting Servers in Providing Exceptional Dining Experience

Setting Tables and Ensuring Dining Area is Clean and Inviting

Collaborating With Kitchen and Front of House Teams for High Service Standards

Knowledge of Seasonal and Local Ingredients

Understanding of Wine Pairings

Availability for Dinner Shifts, Weekends, Nights, and Holidays

Positive Attitude and Commitment to Outstanding Customer Service

Willingness to Learn and Grow in a Fast Paced, Fine Dining Environment

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