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Captain / Lead Server
Caviar Russe
538 Madison Avenue, New York, NY, United States
Caviar Russe hiring Captain / Lead Server in New York, NY

Caviar Russe hiring Captain / Lead Server in New York, NY

Captain / Lead Server

Caviar RusseMore Info

538 Madison Avenue, New York, NY, United States
Full/Part Time • Hourly ($11.00) plus tips
Expired: Jul 5, 2025

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Required Years of Experience

3 years


Job Details

Caviar Russe is looking for Front Waiters to join the team at our flagship restaurant on Madison Ave in NYC. Located in the heart of Midtown, we offer two distinct dining experiences, The Bar & Lounge and The Dining Room. The Bar & Lounge offers caviar, raw bar, and bites in a relaxed and refined setting. The Dining Room features our Michelin Starred tasting menu in an intimate and elegant setting. Both spaces feature extensive Champagne, high end French wines and signature cocktails.

This is an excellent opportunity for hospitality professionals looking to advance their career. The ideal candidate will have a keen understanding of the fundamentals of French food, wine and service standards as well as a professional demeanor and, most importantly, the desire to learn and potential for growth in the company. Each candidate must be able to multitask and pivot from Bar and Lounge service to Dining Room service. Previous experience is a must with 3 years minimum in fine dining.

The Front Waiter is responsible for serving guests in a warm, accommodating and professional manner to ensure total guest satisfaction.

Flexible shift options are available.

If you are interested in joining a company that values dedication, hard work and a commitment to genuine hospitality, please submit your updated resume.

Caviar Russe is an equal opportunity employer.


Compensation Details

Compensation: Hourly ($11.00) plus tips

Estimated Weekly Tips: $2,000

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off


Required Skills

Wine Service

Keen Understanding of French Food, Wine, and Service Standards

Customer Service

Professional Demeanor

Fine Dining Service

Desire to Learn and Potential for Growth in the Company

POS Systems

Multitasking Ability

Wine Knowledge

Previous Experience in Fine Dining (Minimum 3 Years)

Food Safety Knowledge

Warm, Accommodating, and Professional Customer Service

Attention to Detail

Flexibility in Shift Options

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French, Seafood

Fine Dining

1 Employee RecommendationSee Details

Opened in 1997, the Main Dining Room at Caviar Russe specializes in Caviar pared with contemporary and refined cuisine, earning it one Michelin star from 2014-2023 and a 4 star rating from Forbes Travel Guide in 2025.
The Bar and Lounge on the ground floor opened in 2021 which features caviar service, an extensive raw bar selection, bites and plates highlighting the freshest seafood.

Awards / Distinctions
2025
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016
2015
2014
Leadership
Edgar Panchernikov

Executive Chef