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 environment
- General knowledge and interest in food and wine with a desire to learn and grow
- Actively practice food safety procedures
- Able to take direction and complete tasks
- Organizational skills with careful attention to detail
- Pleasant demeanor and professional composure
- Superior written and oral communication skills
- Ability to engage guests successfully and build a relationship
- Impeccable grooming as defined by management and dress code
- Knowledge of tableside etiquette in an upscale environment
- Punctual with a strong sense of urgency and work ethic with the ability to multitask
- A warm, compassionate, and team-focused approach
- Ability to lift up to 25lbs if necessary
- Stand for long periods during service
Position requires:
- Daytime and weekend availability
- Reference check
The 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.
