About Atoboy:
Atoboy, established in 2016, has become a standout in New York City’s New Korean cuisine movement with its approachable banchan-inspired tasting menu. It earned a two-star review from The New York Times. In 2024, Wells ranked Atoboy at #30 on his list of the Best Restaurants in NYC, while Conde Nast included it in their list of The 32 Best Restaurants in New York City.
Position Overview:
This is for a hybrid Sommelier / Server role who will work in both positions throughout the week.
We are looking for a passionate and enthusiastic Sommelier / Server with a strong work ethic and an endless curiosity to learn and grow with our restaurant.
Sommelier responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
- Beverage station setup/breakdown, maintaining stock of all beverages according to service needs, and ensuring the team is well-prepared to execute a successful service.
- Responsible for serving guests and helping to orchestrate the flow of dining room service - Sommeliers at the Atoboy will be an integral part in curating a memorable dining experience for all our guests.
- Having wine conversations of varying depths with our guests, guiding them through our list, in a polished and poised manner.
- Work together with the service staff and kitchen leadership to conduct seamless and refined wine service for tables.
- Assist with service needs while on the floor (e.g. running food, running beverages from bar, clearing and re-miseing tables, etc.).
- Assist in managing the day-to-day needs of the beverage program (POS management, communicating ordering needs, stocking, menu updates, timely staff updates, etc.).
- Assist with weekly inventory and ordering.
- Maintain proper glassware inventory and breakage logs.
- Assist with inventory audits at the close of each financial period.
- Assist with the creation and implementation of wine training for new hires and continued education for existing staff members - testing regularly to check for understanding and structuring classes and tastings to encourage high engagement levels.
- Expected to be constantly growing, learning, and expanding their knowledge base.
Server responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
- Greet guests, spiel, take orders
- Input POS orders with accuracy and detail
- Maintain mise, water, silverware, and glassware
- Mastery of food menu knowledge, including dietary accommodations
- Lead communication for allergies, celebrations, and accommodations
- Payment processing (GC, split checks, prepay)
- Beverage: BTG, beer, and sool with pairing accommodations made by server
- Beverage: BTB service
- Build guest rapport, share any pertinent information with host team to be entered into Resy
- Delegate to SA / Food Runner and maintain section flow
- Complete all checklists: open, close, detail
- In addition to primary Server responsibilities, this role includes the following ongoing sidework as secondary priorities:
- Tray maintenance
- Restocking service stations and glassware
- Refilling water carafes
- Maintaining the back service station
- Preparing mise for the next course
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift up to 20 - 30 lbs if necessary
- Safely and effectively use all necessary tools and equipment
- Stand and walk for an entire shift, including moving safely through all areas of the restaurant
Benefits:
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits
- 401k
- ATO Scholarship: a chance to win $1,500 to apply towards the cost of any educational endeavor
- Dining Discount
- Family Meals
- On site Educational Classes
Atoboy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender (including gender identity or expression), pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, marital status, domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking victim status, ancestry, national origin, alienage or citizenship, age, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, or other protected status.
