Bistro Service Attendant

Yora Nordic Spa; Portland (CT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Yora Nordic Spa in Brownstone, Connecticut is seeking Bistro Service Attendants to welcome and seat guests, prepare dining spaces, and support servers and bartenders. The role emphasizes hospitality, teamwork, and attentiveness to guest needs to create a welcoming wellness-focused atmosphere.

Ideal candidates are friendly, communicative, detail-oriented, and eager to learn about our Nordic wellness philosophy.

Qualifications

• Hospitality mindset and guest-focused service.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Team player with a proactive attitude.
• Keen attention to detail during busy periods.
• Willingness to learn about menu and wellness philosophy.
• Food safety or responsible alcohol service certifications are a plus, not required.
• Flexibility to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests with warmth and hospitality.
• Assist with guest seating, reservations, waitlists, and table availability.
• Clear, clean, reset, and prepare tables for service.
• Support Servers and Bartenders with food and beverage delivery and table maintenance.
• Maintain clean, organized dining areas and service stations.
• Communicate with Bistro and Kitchen teams for smooth service.
• Respond to guest questions with attentiveness and professionalism.
• Follow food safety and workplace safety standards.
• Assist with opening, closing, and daily service prep.
• Collaborate with teammates to create a relaxed guest experience.

Skills

Hospitality

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Learning mindset

Food safety cert (optional)

Flexibility

Job description

Bistro Service Attendant

Yora Nordic Spa | Brownstone, Connecticut

Anticipated Start Date: Late November 2026

Join Our Founding Team at Yora Nordic Spa!

At Yora Nordic Spa, we believe wellness is about more than relaxation. It's about creating space to slow down, reconnect, and enjoy life's simple moments.

Inspired by the Nordic tradition of wellness, Yora brings together nature, movement, heat, cold, rest, and genuine human connection. Our approach is Simple, Inclusive, Natural, and Social, creating an experience where everyone feels welcome.

As we prepare to open our newest location in Brownstone, Connecticut, we're looking for enthusiastic, hospitality-minded individuals to join our founding team.

The Opportunity

We're looking for Bistro Service Attendants who enjoy connecting with people, thrive in a team environment, and take pride in creating welcoming spaces.

At Yora, our Bistro is more than a place to eat. It's an important part of the wellness journey, where guests can pause, nourish themselves, and reconnect with others.

As a Bistro Service Attendant, you'll help bring this experience to life by welcoming and seating guests, preparing dining spaces, supporting our Servers and Bartenders, and ensuring service flows smoothly.

Whether it's a warm greeting, a perfectly prepared table, or anticipating a guest's needs before they ask, you'll play an important role in making every visit feel effortless and memorable.

What You'll Do

• Welcome guests with genuine warmth and hospitality, helping them feel comfortable and at ease.
• Assist with guest seating, reservations, waitlists, and table availability.
• Clear, clean, reset, and prepare tables to maintain a beautiful and welcoming Bistro environment.
• Support Servers and Bartenders with food and beverage delivery, water service, and table maintenance.
• Keep dining areas and service stations clean, organized, stocked, and guest-ready.
• Communicate with the Bistro and Kitchen teams to support smooth, efficient service.
• Respond to guest questions and requests with attentiveness and professionalism.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards.
• Assist with opening, closing, and daily service preparations.
• Work collaboratively with teammates to create a relaxed, social, and enjoyable guest experience.

What You Bring

• A genuine passion for hospitality and creating positive guest experiences.
• A friendly, approachable personality and strong communication skills.
• A team-first attitude and willingness to help wherever needed.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to stay organized during busy periods.
• A willingness to learn about our menu, service standards, and wellness philosophy.
• Previous restaurant, hospitality, or guest-service experience is an asset, but not required.
• Willingness to obtain required food safety or responsible alcohol service certifications, as applicable.
• Flexibility to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

This is an active role that involves standing, walking, bending, lifting, carrying, and moving throughout the Bistro during service.

Why Join Yora?

Be Part of Something New. Join our founding team and help shape the culture and guest experience of our newest Nordic Spa.

Make Meaningful Connections. Be part of an environment where genuine hospitality, teamwork, and human connection are at the heart of everything we do.

Learn and Grow. Develop your hospitality skills through training, collaboration, and opportunities to grow alongside an expanding wellness brand.

Bring Wellness to Life. Help create moments that allow our guests to feel nourished, relaxed, and connected.

Yora Nordic Spa is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where individuals are valued, respected, and encouraged to bring their authentic selves to work.