About Marea

Global hospitality firm Altamarea Group is seeking passionate people join the opening team for Marea Beverly Hills, the first expansion of the iconic Marea in the U.S. outside New York.

Meaning “tide” in Italian, Marea charts the tide for restaurant culture, with exquisite food and unmatched service that set the stage for an experience like no other. The flagship concept for the Altamarea Group and an anchor of Central Park South, Marea is a dining destination and a New York City institution with an award-winning kitchen helmed by Corporate Executive Chef, Lauren DeSteno, and Executive Chef PJ Calapa. Marea New York is the recipient of the 2010 James Beard Award for Best New Restaurant, three stars from The New York Times, was named Best New Restaurant by Bon Appetit, Esquire, and GQ Magazines and was also named NYC’s Best Italian Restaurant by Zagat.

About The Role

Marea Beverly Hills, part of the renowned Altamarea Group, is seeking an experienced and professional server to provide an exceptional dining experience in our fine dining establishment. The ideal candidate will have an innate passion for hospitality, a strong understanding of luxury service, and the ability to deliver personalized and memorable experiences for our guests.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide a welcoming and polished dining experience that reflects the standard of excellence of Marea.
• Greet guests promptly, guide them through the menu, and make recommendations on dishes, beverages, and pairings, based on guest preferences.
• Deliver accurate food and drink orders to guests in a timely manner, ensuring the correct presentation and temperature.
• Monitor guest satisfaction, address requests or concerns proactively, and ensure their needs are met throughout their dining experience.
• Provide personalized service, especially for returning or VIP guests, maintaining a professional yet warm demeanor.
• Perform other duties as required by management.
• Be able to move, stand, bend, lift, walk, kneel, and climb steps for duration of shift.

Essential Duties

• Maintain an in-depth knowledge of the menu, including seasonal ingredients, preparation methods, and potential allergens.
• Follow all opening and closing procedures as outlined by the management team.
• Process payments and handle transactions accurately, ensuring the correct application of any discounts or promotions.
• Always uphold Marea’s standards of quality and service, adhering to health, safety, and sanitation regulations.
• Participate in pre-shift meetings to review menu changes, specials, and any specific guest requests.

What Marea Offers

At Altamarea Group, we are committed to creating a supportive and professionally rewarding work environment for all our team members. We are also pleased to offer the following benefits for our employees:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits with wide range of coverage options for families (30 days from date of hire)
• Paid Time Off (progressive with tenure)
• Career Development and Growth Opportunities
• Employee Dining Discount at All Altamarea Group Restaurants
• 401(k) Plan (one year from date of hire)

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum 2-3 years of experience as a server in an upscale or fine dining restaurant.
• Strong knowledge of food, wine, and beverage service, with an ability to describe dishes and make pairing recommendations.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills; ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional appearance with adherence to Marea’s dress code and grooming standards.
• Flexible schedule with availability to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Food Handler’s Certification and any other necessary certifications per California health regulations is a plus, but not required.

Altamarea Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.