Server

New York Institute of Technology; Village of Old Westbury (NY); On-site; USD 27,552 - 33,062; Part time

Job summary

The New York Institute of Technology is seeking part-time Servers to deliver exceptional dining experiences at DeSeversky Mansion. Responsibilities include attentive table service, maintaining cleanliness, and effective communication with the team.

A positive demeanor and reliable transportation are essential. The role requires the ability to lift heavy items and adapt to varying work conditions. Competitive pay is offered at $20.00 - $24.00 per hour, making this a promising opportunity for dedicated individuals.

Qualifications

• Fluent in English with strong listening skills.
• Must possess reliable transportation.
• Ability to work in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Provide attentive table service and maintain proper dining etiquette.
• Communicate with staff respectfully at all times.
• Prepare rooms for clients utilizing floor plans.

Skills

Positive demeanor

Excellent communication skills

Teamwork

Ability to lift 25-50 lb

Job description

The New York Institute of Technology’s DeSeversky Mansion seeks part‑time Servers to offer exceptional service to all guests and ensure they have a great dining experience, while supporting the Dining Room Manager and team in all dining service areas.

Server’s Responsibilities

• Provide attentive and efficient table service to guests creating a memorable dining experience by means of maintaining proper dining etiquette including but not limited to: menu descriptions, order taking, beverage service, delivering items, fulfilling customer needs, removing courses, replenishing utensils, refilling glasses.
• Represent the university in the most upstanding way possible.
• Communicate to staff in a respectful manner at all times.
• Prepare rooms for clients utilizing floor plans.
• Maintain flow of function via the use of issued work plans created by supervisors.
• Be on the floor 100% of the time during a meal service period to oversee, but not limited to, tables assigned by captain.
• Maintain open communication with the dining room captain, service team and kitchen regarding any allergies or special needs.
• Identify any guests that have consumed an excessive amount of alcohol and notify management and captains to cut them off.
• Any fruit and dessert cakes left at the end of the event are to be wrapped and sent to outside refrigerator for Campus Dining.
• Ensure proper use, storage and maintenance of all catering related equipment. Storage cabinets are to be cleaned and maintained weekly.
• Maintain all equipment that pertains to the service areas such as linens, chafing and serving dishes, glassware, and flatware through Standard Operating Procedures and training.
• All props, tables and linens not being used for the next event setup are to be returned to their designated storage area.
• Coffee urns need to be cleaned with urnex weekly on the last day of the week.
• Each room is to be set up appropriately according to floor plans and only shut down with the captain’s and/or management’s approval.
• When moving chairs, tables, furniture and glass racks from one room to another, furniture and walls need to be respected.
• Communicate departmental needs, items in need of repair, guests’ complaints or other deficiencies to the dining room captain.
• Maintain high standards of safety and cleanliness in all areas of the mansion.
• Participate in line ups to communicate special details required for the event.
• Follow opening/closing procedures and checklists.
• Attend all training and development programs as scheduled.
• Follow policies on grooming, appearance and professionalism standards consistently.
• Understand and communicate house history, summary of products and services we offer.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Positive and professional demeanor and works well within a team setting.
• Possesses reliable transportation.
• Must be able to speak English fluently and exercise excellent communication and listening skills.
• Varying schedule that may include weekends, holidays and 9‑hour shifts as business dictates.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Stand and walk for long periods of time.
• Able to lift/manage trays of food and glasses with weights at times exceeding 25 lb; occasionally lifts items up to 50 lb.
• Must be willing to work in both indoor and outdoor settings where varying weather and temperature conditions can be expected.
• May work near or with machinery that can reach temperatures exceeding 165 °F (i.e., dishwasher/coffee machine).

Salary

• USD $20.00 /Hr.
• USD $24.00 /Hr.