Joe Allen Restaurant has been operating since 1965 and is a Restaurant Row staple. We serve many loyal regulars as well as a healthy Broadway crowd. Guests love our warm atmosphere, scrumptious food, and classy bar service.
We are currently hiring for a full time server, 5 shifts. Our service is elevated from the typical high volume restaurant, but high volume experience tends to transfer well to our style. However, anyone with serving experience who is willing to adapt and accept feedback is welcome.
A few key points in plain English:
Compensation listed is tips, plus hourly. It reflects a full schedule. The busiest few weeks are generally higher and some of the slowest weeks may be slightly lower. The amount and flow of busy weeks really follows the theater seasons.
Shifts can be 8-9 hours, but they include a pre-shift meal as well as a fed break in the middle, as well as two shift drinks at the end.
We do not employ bussers or porters, so the job does require running glass racks, carrying bus tubs, and bussing your own tables.
The house is pooled, so team work is a requirement.
We are a pre-theater restaurant, so speed is a top priority.
The training is five shifts, all paid, and if you pass, you will be put on the schedule and allowed to pick up shifts immediately.
Here is the more technical description:
A Server coordinates the entire service station and communicates with front of the house and back of the house personnel to provide a dining experience that exceeds guest expectations. Reports to the Restaurant Manager.
• Greets guests and presents them with the menu.
• Informs guests of specials, menu changes, answers questions regarding food, beverages and allergies.
• Receives food and beverage orders from guests and relays to kitchen staff and bartender using a POS system.
• Communicates with the hosts, table support team, kitchen staff and bartenders to coordinate.
• Presents and opens some drinks.
• Stocks work stations.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
• Knowledge of the sequence of service and dining room procedures.
• Excellent communication skills.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
• Availability to work onsite with a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds.
• Ability to exert well-paced mobility for up to 10 hours, including standing, walking, bending and squatting.
• Must be able to perform simple mathematical calculations, as well as the ability to handle cash.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with employees and guests.
• Must be knowledgeable of all menu items, specials and descriptions.
Please feel free to ask any questions...
