Server Assistant

Benihana - Manhasset; Town of North Hempstead (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Employee dining discounts

Paid time off

Job summary

The One Group is hiring a Server Assistant to support our service team at the Manhasset location in New York. You’ll help ensure tables are prepared, meals are delivered promptly, and guests receive an exceptional dining experience.

You’ll anticipate guest needs, assist servers, run food and drinks, and help maintain cleanliness and setup between courses. This role rewards teamwork, strong communication, and a guest-first hospitality mindset.

Qualifications

• Must be able to stand for extended periods.
• Basic English for guest interactions.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Able to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional guest service and create memorable dining experiences.
• Work with servers to deliver food and answer guest questions.
• Run food and drinks accurately and place tables properly.
• Pre-bus, clear, reset tables between courses.
• Maintain cleanliness of service areas and dining spaces.
• Stock service stations and assist front-of-house tasks.
• Communicate effectively with team to boost efficiency.
• Follow health and sanitation regulations in the workspace.

Skills

Guest-first mindset

Multi-tasking

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Stamina/standing

Flexibility with hours

Basic English proficiency

Job description

Join the Global Leader in Vibe Dining!

Why Join Our Team?

Comprehensive Benefits Package

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance for Full Time Restaurant Employees. Part Time Employees are not eligible for health benefits.
• Voluntary Short Term Disability Insurance – Employee Paid.
• Voluntary accident, Hospital Indemnity, and Critical Illness & Cancer Insurance – Employee paid.
• Traditional and Roth 401(k) Plan – All Employees

Exclusive Perks & Growth Opportunities

• Employee Dining Discounts and/or Complimentary Onsite Meals
• Career Development & Limitless Growth Opportunities
• If you reside in Arizona, California, Colorado, Illinois, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, or Washington, D.C., you are entitled to Paid Sick Time in accordance with state and local regulations.
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Commuter and Dependent Care Benefits

What You’ll Do

As a Server Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting our service team, ensuring tables are set, food is delivered efficiently, and guests receive an unparalleled dining experience. Your mission is to anticipate guest needs, assist servers, and help maintain THE ONE GROUP’s high standards of service.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional guest service, ensuring an elevated and memorable dining experience
• Work closely with servers to deliver food, answer guest questions, and maintain table standards
• Run food and drinks efficiently while ensuring accuracy and proper table placement
• Pre-bus tables, remove used tableware between courses, and reset tables promptly
• Clear, clean, and reset tables quickly to maintain seamless service flow
• Maintain restaurant cleanliness, ensuring service areas and dining spaces are neat and organized
• Assist with table setups, stocking service stations, and additional front-of-house tasks as needed
• Communicate effectively with team members to enhance efficiency and service speed
• Follow all health and sanitation regulations to maintain a safe and clean work environment

What We’re Looking For

• Guest-first mindset with a passion for hospitality and service excellence
• Ability to multi-task and work efficiently in a high-volume environment
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to anticipate guest and server needs
• Must be able to stand for extended periods, carry trays, and lift t20 lbs.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays
• Basic English proficiency required for guest interactions

Why THE ONE GROUP is Your Next Career Move

This is more than a job—it’s a career opportunity with limitless potential in an expanding global brand. If you’re ready to take the next step in your hospitality career, join us in delivering an unmatched dining experience!

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