Japanese Restaurant Captain Assistant

Maxime's; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits at a prestigious private member's club in NYC! As a Captain Assistant, you'll play a crucial role in delivering exceptional dining experiences. Join a dedicated team committed to unparalleled hospitality, where you'll support the dining room, interact with guests, and ensure a seamless service. With a focus on Japanese cuisine and culture, this position offers a unique chance to grow in the hospitality industry. Enjoy comprehensive benefits, including a generous paid time off program, and be part of a vibrant team in a stunning setting. Don't miss your chance to be part of this innovative dining experience!

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits plan

Generous paid time off

401k with company match

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Work life and wellness benefits

Discount program

Freshly prepared staff meal

Uniform and dry cleaning

$1000 refer a friend bonus

Sundays off

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in a Japanese/Sushi fine dining restaurant.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills required.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent guest experience and meet expectations.
• Support dining room team and maintain clear communication.

Skills

Exceptional hospitality

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Knowledge of Japanese culture

Attention to detail

Education

2 years in Japanese/Sushi fine dining

TIPS Certification

NYC DOH Certification

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We are hiring for a Captain Assistant for Maxime’s Sushi Bar!

Maxime’s is NYC’s newest private member’s club from entrepreneur Robin Birley; owner of prestigious private member’s clubs 5 Hertford Street and Oswald’s in London. Opening in early 2025, Maxime’s mission is to provide exceptional and discreet service for our members through unparalleled hospitality. Our members will feel as though they are in a private home, enjoying outstanding food and wine surrounded by stunning decor.

We're hiring for a Captains assistant to join our Sushi Bar team. Our Captains Assistants will be responsible for dining service, working with and supporting the dining room team to provide a level of service that exceeds guest expectations.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provides excellent guest experience and ensures guest expectations are consistently met and exceeded.
• Understands, promotes, and embodies Maxime’s culture.
• Monitors services and procedures on a daily basis, noting areas of opportunity for improvement and working with the Restaurant Manager to implement.
• Ability to step in and support the dining room during service.
• Maintains thorough knowledge of food and beverage menu items and ability to assist guests with any dietary concerns or issues, including any dietary preferences and/or food allergies.
• Maintains control of their sections and assigned tables during service.
• Maintains clear communication with the restaurant manager throughout service.
  
  

Candidates can expect:

• Professional work collaboration with experts in the food and hospitality field
• Opportunity to work with a exceptional products and in unique environments
• To be part of a growing team and regularly engage together in cross- company dialogue and exchange
  
  

Compensation And Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits plan, including medical, dental, vision and life insurance.
• Generous paid time off programs (vacation and personal days).
• 401k retirement savings plan with company match.
• Pre-tax commuter benefits.
• Work life and wellness benefit platform.
• Discount program offering Retail, Restaurants & Activities discounts.
• Freshly prepared Staff Meal whilst on duty.
• Uniform and dry cleaning provided.
• $1000 refer a friend bonus
• Sundays off
• & more!
  
  

Position Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of working in a Japanese/Sushi fine dining restaurant or hotel environment in a similar capacity.
• Familiarity with Japanese culture, sake, and language.
• Have a passion for exceptional hospitality in food and beverage.
• Demonstrates strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Operates at a high level of integrity, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• TIPS Certification preferred.
• NYC DOH certification preferred.
• Able to work full time, nights, weekends and holidays, per the needs of the business.
• Willingness to maintain a clean, healthy, and safe working environment.
• Ability to coordinate multiple activities with attention to detail.
  
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Ability to be flexible with job demands and open-minded when being asked to complete tasks.
• Ability to operate and use all equipment necessary to run the restaurant.
• Ability to operate with grace under pressure.
• Ability to move or handle equipment throughout the restaurant generally weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work varied hours/days as business dictates.
• Ability to stand for up to 8-10 hours a day.
  
  

Maxime’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis race, color, creed, religion, gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related condition, sexual and reproductive health decisions, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual violence, or stalking, or any other legally protected status.

More detail about Maxime's part of Robin Birley Holdings, please visit https://culinaryagents.com/entities/704194-Maxime%2527s

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Customer Service

• Industries

  Hospitality

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