Server

The Inn at Pound Ridge; Town of Pound Ridge (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Inn at Pound Ridge in Westchester, NY is seeking professional Servers to provide exceptional table service. You will take orders, deliver meals and beverages, and ensure guests have a memorable dining experience.

Ideal candidates bring at least two years of restaurant experience, including fine dining and high-volume environments, with a strong hospitality mindset and the ability to upsell and multitask in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years restaurant experience; fine dining and high-volume experience required.
• Passion for food, wine and service; strong sense of urgency and organization.
• Ability to deliver unsurpassed hospitality and guest experience; strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Anticipate guests’ needs and be an expert on the menu options.
• Describe food and beverage items with vivid origin, taste, and preparation details.
• Communicate guest orders to the kitchen using point-of-sale system; coordinate timing between courses.
• Upsell strategically and process payments accurately.
• Maintain assigned section with urgency and multi-task across dining room.

Skills

Two years restaurant experience

Fine dining experience

High-volume service

Excellent hospitality

Strong communication

Upselling skills

Basic math

Flexible schedule

Job description

Jean-Georges is seeking Servers for hisWestchesterrestaurant The Inn at Pound Ridge.

*LOCATED IN WESTCHESTER, NY*

THE BRAND

Jean-Georges Management is built on a powerful culinary foundation and has evolved into a reputable
and award-winning restaurant group. From inception, Chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten placed emphasis
on the importance of providing the very best in culinary and tailored hospitality, which has resulted in
the success of an acclaimed constellation of international restaurants. With over 60 restaurants located
worldwide, we continuously strive towards excellence and rely on the support of our culinary and
hospitality team members to contribute to our worldwide operations.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Server will be responsible for providing excellent table service to guests by taking orders for food and beverages, delivering orders to the table, and ensuring that patrons have a pleasant dining experience

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Anticipate the guests’ needs and as an expert on the menu options
• Describe the selection of food & beverage menu items to guests
• Offer interesting, and vivid descriptions of each item’s origin, taste, and preparation methods
• Communicate guest orders including any special needs or requests to the kitchen using point-of-sales system
• Expertly coordinate food timing between courses
• Check completed kitchen orders with the guest’s original order
• Anticipate guest needs to ascertain satisfaction and respond urgently and appropriately to guest concerns and requests
• Ability to appropriately upsell
• Properly process payments
• Complete side work and tasks as assigned by management
  
• Maintain assigned section with urgency while able to multi-task and observe entire dining room
  

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS

• Minimum of two (2) years of restaurant experience; fine dining and high-volume experience required
• A passion for food, wine and service
• A strong sense of urgency
• Strong organization skills
• Ability to deliver unsurpassed hospitality and guest experience
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Mastery of tableside etiquette
• A desire for growth
• Have long-term goals in the service industry
• A rigorous attention to detail
• Ability to take direction and execute
• Basic Math skills
• High standards for cleanliness of workspace and service areas
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including days, nights, weekends, and holidays
• Professional demeanor, polished appearance with the ability to exceed guest's expectations

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to perform essential job functions safely and successfully consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to25lbs; Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time and climb steps regularly.
• Ability to physically maneuver through work areas; bend, lift, carry, reach/extend arms, and hands above shoulder heightfrequently, or otherwise move in a constantly changing environment.

COMPENSATION

The base pay range for this positionisminimum wage and a tip credit is taken when applicable.The determination of what a specific employee in this job classification is paid within the range depends ona number offactors, including, but not limited to, prior employment history/job-related knowledge, qualifications, and skills, etc.

Jean-Georges is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Compensation: Minimum Wage