L'Avenue Waitstaff

Saks Fifth Avenue Llc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Exemplar Luxury Group's L’Avenue dining team in New York seeks a Restaurant Server to deliver warm, sophisticated hospitality by pairing deep menu knowledge with flawless table service in a luxury setting.

You will engage guests with gracious service, describe dishes, accommodate dietary restrictions, and maintain a polished dining station to ensure premium experiences for every guest in this high-end environment.

Responsibilities

• Gracious Hospitality: Managing table pacing and interacting with guests in a highly attentive, professional, and sophisticated manner.
• Epicurean Expertise: Utilizes a comprehensive knowledge of the food menu, including preparation methods, ingredients, and culinary terminology to describe dishes, articulate daily specials, and handle dietary restrictions.
• Beverage Craft & Pairing: Leverages a strong foundational knowledge of premium wine, beer, and spirits to offer tailored pairings and execute flawless technical beverage service procedures.

Job description

Salary Range $22.03 - $27.54*

Job Description:

WHO WE ARE:

Exemplar Luxury Group is the largest multi-brand luxury retailer in the world, comprising Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus, Bergdorf Goodman and Saks OFF 5TH. Powered by our talented colleagues, we are redefining luxury shopping by offering each customer a personalized experience across our store network and e-commerce platforms. Through strong partnerships with the world’s most esteemed brands, cutting-edge technology and the industry’s most comprehensive luxury customer data, Exemplar Luxury Group is shaping the future of retail.

YOU WILL BE:

As a Restaurant Server, you are the face of the L’Avenue dining experience. You will deliver warm, sophisticated hospitality by combining deep menu knowledge with flawless table service. Your ability to multitask with grace ensures every guest enjoys a premium, memorable meal that reflects our luxury brand standards.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

Luxury Guest Service & Order Execution

• Gracious Hospitality: Managing table pacing and interacting with guests in a highly attentive, professional, and sophisticated manner.

• Epicurean Expertise: Utilizes a comprehensive knowledge of the food menu, including preparation methods, ingredients, and culinary terminology to describe dishes, articulate daily specials, and handle dietary restrictions.

• Beverage Craft & Pairing: Leverages a strong foundational knowledge of premium wine, beer, and spirits to offer tailored pairings and execute flawless technical beverage service procedures.

Station Operations & Maintenance

• Service Readiness: Executes all pre-shift, post-shift, daily, and weekly side-work duties as assigned by the management team.

• Table Settings: Follows strict brand guidelines regarding the proper order of service, ensuring correct placement of fine china, luxury glassware, and flatware based on the kitchen ticket.

• Upkeep: Cleans, sanitizes, and maintains server workstations and active dining areas to guarantee a spotless floor environment.

• Physical Setup: Assists with the physical mechanics of the dining room when necessary, safely moving or lifting service objects (e.g., tables, chairs, and highchairs).

Financial Oversight & Professional Standards

• Financial Integrity: Adheres strictly to established accounting procedures for all guest transactions, accurately managing split checks and all authorized payment methods within the POS system.

• Team Synergy: Actively participates in daily pre-shift meetings to review daily covers, VIP reservations, and culinary updates.

• Luxury Standards: Maintains the highest level of personal hygiene and luxury presentation standards, including a clean, pressed uniform and professionally groomed hair and nails to eliminate any risk of food contamination.

Schedule & Shift Integrity

• Arrives to the workstation on time, fully dressed in proper uniform, and prepared to work with the tools necessary to perform daily duties.

• Exercises absolute integrity with scheduling by punching in/out accurately for all shifts and coordinating timed meal breaks seamlessly with the floor team.

• Follows established restaurant procedures for any schedule or shift changes, and coordinates all time-off requests proactively with management, placing the operational needs of the restaurant first.

Exemplar Luxury Group is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with Exemplar Luxury Group and would like to request special assistance or an accommodation, please contact [e-mail].

Compensation for this role varies by geographic location. The listed range reflects multiple markets, including higher-cost areas. Actual starting pay will be determined based on work location, experience, and other job-related factors.