Server

The Modern; New York (NY); On-site; USD 15,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Dining discount

Paid time off

Parental leave

Life insurance

Employee relief fund

Transit benefits

Job summary

The Modern, a Michelin-starred contemporary American restaurant at MoMA in New York, seeks servers to ensure guests enjoy hospitality, delicious food and drinks, and exceptional service. The role supports Enlightened Hospitality and requires a minimum of 1 year in guest-facing roles, with English fluency and optional multilingual skills.

Employees receive competitive hourly pay with tips, comprehensive health coverage, paid time off, a 401(k) plan, dining discounts, commuter benefits, and access

Qualifications

• 1+ years’ experience in a guest-facing restaurant role.
• English fluency; additional languages preferred but not required.
• Ability to stand or walk for long periods.
• Ability to balance & carry multiple plates, glass racks and/or glasses, and lift objects up to 30 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Consistently support Enlightened Hospitality.
• Demonstrate expertise of all food and beverage menu items with sound knowledge of all ingredients and preparations.
• Consistently follows steps of service with efficiency and grace, while maintaining a sense of urgency throughout service.
• Anticipates guest needs, ensuring constant communication with colleagues, management, and the kitchen at all times during service.
• Maintains the high standards of cleanliness and appearance throughout all areas of the restaurant both before, during and after service.

Skills

Guest-facing experience

English fluency

Multilingual preferred

Job description

The Modern
9 W 53rd St
New York, NY 10019, USA

Description

The Modern is a Michelin-starred contemporary American restaurant at the Museum of Modern Art. The restaurant features refined, unexpectedly playful dishes that highlight exceptional ingredients and seasonality in two distinct culinary experiences: a bold tasting or prix fixe menu in the dining room and an à la carte menu in the lively Bar Room. An extensive selection of wines showcases exceptional diversity and value in both classic and emerging regions.

The Modern holds two Michelin stars, a Three Star review in the New York Times, four James Beard Awards, and the Grand Award from Wine Spectator and is part of Danny Meyer’s Union Square Hospitality Group.

Who you are:

Servers are responsible for ensuring that all guestswho dine with us have memorable experiences filled with hospitality, delicious food and drinks, and exceptional service. The Server is the backbone of our Service team and is ultimately responsible for the sale and service of our food and beverages, while acting as a leader on the floor and providing our guests with warm and attentive hospitality.

What you’ll do:

• Consistently support a culture of Enlightened Hospitality
• Demonstrateexpertiseof all food and beverage menu items with sound knowledge of all ingredients and preparations.
• Consistently follows steps of service with efficiency and grace, while maintaining a sense of urgency throughout service.
• Anticipates guest needs, ensuring constant communication with colleagues,management, and the kitchen at all times during service.
• Maintains the high standards of cleanliness and appearance throughout all areas of the restaurant both before, during and after service.
• Demonstrates an eagerness to continue to learn and grow.

What we need from you:

• 1+ years’ experience in a guest-facing restaurant role
• English fluency and additional languages preferred, but not required
• Ability to stand or walk for long periods of time
• Ability to balance & carry multiple plates, glass racks and or/glasses, and lift objects up to 30 lbs.

What you’ll get from us:

At Union Square Hospitality Group, extending Enlightened Hospitality is at the heart of everything we do. We believe our people are our greatest ingredient. Joining our team means becoming part of a culture rooted in care, creativity, and growth. As a Server, you'll enjoy:

• Competitive pay: Hourly rate of $11.35/hour plus tips
• Quick access to earnings: Eligibility for the USHG Digital Wallet, where you'll have next-day access to earnings and flexible saving options
• Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus flexible spending options for healthcare and dependent care
• Time to recharge: Generous paid time off and paid parental leave to support life outside of work
• Invest in your future: A matched 401(k) plan to help you grow long-term savings
• Peace of mind: Life insurance, employee assistance programs, and exclusive access to primary care, mental health, and other wellness services
• Support in times of need: Access to the USHG HUGS Employee Relief Fund, offering direct assistance to team members facing unexpected hardship
• Dining Discount: A 51% dining discount across the entire USHG family of restaurants to share unforgettable meals with friends and loved ones
• Convenience & flexibility:Pre-tax commuter benefits for transit and parking
• Growth and community: Opportunities for learning, mentorship, and collaboration with some of the most passionate people in hospitality

Putting Enlightened Hospitality into Practice

Integral to our culture are our six behaviors. Our behaviors guide how we work together.

• We play to win with humble swagger.Hospitality is a team sport where everyone deserves an opportunity to thrive and belong
• Turn over the rocks and always be connecting dotsto build uplifting experiences and relationships
• Center the salt shakerwith an unwavering commitment to excellence and the values that matter most
• Write a great next chapter.The road to success is paved with mistakes well-handled
• Bring a charitable assumptionand err on the side of generosity
• Leave our campsite better than we found it;always responsible for the impact of our wake

*The above represents the expected hourly range for this position. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we'll consider your experience and other job-related factors.

The responsibilities outlined above are not exhaustive. This role may be required to take on other duties or projects as necessary to support organizational goals, in alignment with their skills, experience, and the evolving needs of the business.

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