Required Years of Experience
1 year
Job Details
**Sfoglina is currently undergoing an exciting renovation and is scheduled to reopen on September 1 **
Servers – Sfoglina | Fabio Trabocchi RestaurantsJoin an Award-Winning Hospitality Team
Fabio Trabocchi Restaurants, led by James Beard Award-winning and Michelin-starred Chef Fabio Trabocchi, is seeking an experienced server to join the team at Sfoglina, our celebrated neighborhood Italian pasta house in Washington, DC.
If you are passionate about genuine hospitality, exceptional cocktails, and creating memorable guest experiences, we invite you to grow your career with one of the nation's premier restaurant groups.
About Sfoglina
Sfoglina (pronounced sfoal-yee-nah) is Chef Fabio Trabocchi's tribute to the Italian dolce vita and the centuries-old craft of handmade pasta.
Named after the legendary female pasta artisans of Italy, Sfoglina celebrates authentic Italian cooking in a warm and welcoming neighborhood setting. Our guests enjoy handcrafted pasta made fresh daily, seasonal Italian cuisine, thoughtfully curated wines, handcrafted cocktails, and heartfelt hospitality.
Why Fabio Trabocchi Restaurants?
Since 2011, Fabio Trabocchi Restaurants has become one of the country's most acclaimed restaurant groups, recognized for exceptional cuisine, impeccable service, and an unwavering commitment to hospitality.
Our Recognition Includes
- Michelin Star – Washington, DC Michelin Guide
- James Beard Foundation "Outstanding Service Program" Semifinalist
- James Beard Foundation "Best New Restaurant" Semifinalist
- Washington Post Three-Star Rating
- Washingtonian "100 Very Best Restaurants"
- Bloomberg's "17 Most Exciting Restaurants Opening Around the World"
- RAMMY Awards Finalist for Best New Restaurant and Wine Program
Position Summary
Our Servers are hospitality professionals who create exceptional beverage experiences while delivering warm, attentive service. This role requires technical skill, product knowledge, efficiency, and the ability to build genuine connections with every guest.
The ideal candidate is energetic, personable, detail-oriented, and thrives in a fast-paced upscale dining environment.
What We Offer
Full-time team members enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Fabio Trabocchi Restaurants offers full-time employees company subsidized health insurance. A full-time employee must work on average 30 hours per week to qualify for health insurance benefits. Coverage begins on the first of the month after the 60th day of employment. The insurance enrollment period is between 30 and 90 days of employment.
- Optional dental and vision coverage
- Company-sponsored 401(k)
- Competitive earning potential
- Complimentary employee meals
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Opportunities for career growth within an expanding restaurant group
Qualifications
- Minimum of 1–3 years of server experience in an upscale, fine dining restaurant or luxury hotel
- Strong knowledge of classic cocktails, wine, spirits, beer, and responsible alcohol service
- Passion for creating memorable guest experiences
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to remain calm, organized, and professional in a high-volume environment
- Positive attitude with exceptional emotional intelligence
- Professional appearance and grooming standards appropriate for a premier dining establishment
- Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
Grow With Us
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of Sfoglina's next chapter. .
If you're ready to grow your career alongside some of Washington, DC's best hospitality professionals, we'd love to meet you.
Apply Today
Please submit your current resume through this posting.
We look forward to welcoming you to the Fabio Trabocchi Restaurants family.
Compensation Details
Compensation: Hourly ($10.30) plus tips
Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, 401k, Commuter Benefits, Dining Discounts, Wellness Program
Required Skills
Ability to work in a fast paced environment
Strong Communication Skills
Attention to Detail
Ability to Work in a Team
Customer Service Orientation
Adaptability in a Fast Paced Environment
Team Collaboration
Teamwork
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Part of Fabio Trabocchi Restaurants
Sfoglina is inspired by the female pasta makers of Italy who carried on the tradition and the art of making pasta by hand. This craft is showcased daily in our pasta rooms. In addition to our house-made pasta, Sfoglina serves light and seasonal salads, appetizers, shareable meat and seafood entrees, and authentic, family-favorite Italian desserts. Our charming venues feature a whimsical design and timeless Italian cocktails, approachable Italian wines, and comfy patios for al fresco dining.
Fabio Trabocchi Restaurants is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Fabio Trabocchi restaurants does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under state or local law.
