ASSISTANT SERVER (FULL TIME)

Compass Group USA; New York (NY); On-site; USD 15,153 - 17,908; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plan

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Voluntary Benefits

Job summary

Compass Group USA is seeking an Assistant Server at Marcel, our upscale dining venue on Madison Avenue in New York City. This full-time position supports servers in a bustling fine-dining service and requires flexibility in days and hours; prior upscale dining/serving experience is preferred.

We offer competitive benefits for both full-time and part-time associates, including retirement plans, health programs, and employee discounts, with compensation at $11.35 per hour.

Qualifications

• Prior upscale dining/serving experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist servers in preparing the dining room and table sets.
• Deliver orders to the table and bus tables.
• Follow HACCP standards and maintain proper presentation and temperatures.

Skills

Upscale dining experience

Serving experience

Job description

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• We have an opening for full time ASSISTANT SERVER positions.
• Location: 945 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10021 Note: online applications acceptedonly.
• Schedule: Full time schedules; open availability is preferred, days and hours may vary. More details upon interview.
• Requirement: Prior upscale dining/serving experience is required.
• Fixed Rate:$11.35 per hour.
• Why work with us?:
• Chase the dream of French cuisine, where culinary legends are made.
• Level up your game; aim to outshine everyone in the industry.
• Look up to the masters; learn from the chefs you admire.
• Bring that authentic French kitchen energy; intensity, passion, precision.
• Be the next rising star; an up-and-coming cook with big ambitions.
• Dream big, serve bigger; inspired by icons like Chef Juan.
• Work with the best of the best; top-tier tools, kitchens, and ingredients.

Marcel is located in the iconic Breuer building on Madison Avenue, a Roman and Williams-designed space created in partnership with Sotheby’s where cuisine, art, and design converge. Led by Chef-Partner Marie-Aude Rose and Executive Chef Juan Moncalvo, the restaurant serves refined continental cuisine rooted in French tradition and inspired by Chef Rose’s homage to the Paris she knows and loves. The menu blends classical technique with modern New York sensibilities, focusing on seasonality and highlighting carefully sourced local ingredients with minimal, thoughtful enhancement.

We are developing skilled culinary craftsmen and women who want to grow in their careers and strive for excellence. Often described as the “big brother” to downtown favorite La Mercerie, Marcel also features a celebrated pâtisserie program with handcrafted viennoiserie, madeleines, tarts, and entremets. The experience unfolds in a striking, design-forward space with an open kitchen, sculptural dining room, garden terrace, museum-quality art, and a wine program drawn from Sotheby’s cellar, all supporting Marcel’s mission to be a culinary destination of excellence in New York City.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Enforce compliance with established kitchen standards, procedures, departmental policies, and sanitation guidelines.
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of recipes, ingredients, allergens, and proper food presentation.

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

• Possess extensive knowledge of diverse culinary styles and demonstrate mastery across all line-level cooking stations.
• Experience working in an upscale, high-volume fine dining environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills that support a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

Job Summary

Summary: Assists servers with various dining room activities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supports servers in preparing the dining room and table sets.
• Delivers orders to the table. Busses table.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Ensures proper presentation, portion control and maintenance of serving temperatures; follows HACCP standards.
• Personal commitment to your own safety and that of others.
• Abides by all Company policies and procedures including but not limited to:
  • The use of a medium weight cut gloves when handling or using knives, peelers, choppers, mandolins or cleaning a slicer.
  • The use of oven mitts, fryer gloves or steamer gloves when handling hot pans from ovens, warmers or steamtables.
  • The use of slip-resistant shoes and proper lifting techniques.

Qualifications:

• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Ability to walk or stand for long periods of time.

Associates at RestaurantAssociates are offered many fantastic benefits.

Both full-time and part-time positions offer the followingbenefits to associates:

• Retirement Plan
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program

In addition, full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates:

• Medical
• Vision
• Life Insurance/AD
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Abides by all Company policies and procedures including but not limited to:

• The use of a medium weight cut gloves when handling or using knives, peelers, choppers, mandolins or cleaning a slicer.
• The use of oven mitts, fryer gloves or steamer gloves when handling hot pans from ovens, warmers or steamtables.
• The use of slip-resistant shoes and proper lifting techniques.

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation.Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.