SERVER ASSISTANT (FULL TIME)

Compass Group USA; New York (NY); On-site; USD 15,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plan

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Critical Illness Insurance (Voluntary)

Job summary

Restaurant Associates is hiring a full-time Server Assistant for Marcel, NY. Shifts run 6:00 AM to 3:00 PM with breakfast and lunch schedules; weekend availability is required. Prior fine dining experience is required.

The role involves supporting servers, delivering orders, and maintaining proper dining room standards in a French-inspired kitchen. Location is 945 Madison Avenue, with extensive safety policies and benefits for staff.

Qualifications

• Previous fine dining experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Assists servers in preparing the dining room and table sets.
• Delivers orders to the table. Busses table.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Ensures proper presentation, portion control and maintenance of serving temperatures; follows HACCP standards.
• Personal commitment to your own safety and that of others.
• Abides by all Company policies and procedures including but not limited to: glove, oven mitts, slip-resistant shoes and lifting techniques.

Skills

Fine dining experience

Job description

Restaurant Associates

• We have an opening for full timeSERVER ASSISTANT positions.
• Location: Marcel - 945 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10021. Note: online applications acceptedonly.
• Schedule: Full time; Days may vary, 6:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Breakfast and lunch schedules are needed, and weekend availability is required. More details upon interview.
• Requirement: Previous fine dining experience is required.
• Fixed Pay Rate:$11.35 per hour.
• Why work for us?:
  • Chase the dream of French cuisine, where culinary legends are made.
  • Level up your game; aim to outshine everyone in the industry.
  • Look up to the masters; learn from the chefs you admire.
  • Bring that authentic French kitchen energy; intensity, passion, precision.
  • Be the next rising star; an up-and-coming cook with big ambitions.
  • Dream big; inspired by icons like Chef Juan.
  • Work with the best of the best; top-tier tools, kitchens, and ingredients.

Marcel is located in the iconic Breuer building on Madison Avenue, a Roman and Williams-designed space created in partnership with Sotheby's where cuisine, art, and design converge. Led by Chef-Partner Marie-Aude Rose and Executive Chef Juan Moncalvo, the restaurant serves refined continental cuisine rooted in French tradition and inspired by Chef Rose’s homage to the Paris she knows and loves. The menu blends classical technique with modern New York sensibilities, focusing on seasonality and highlighting carefully sourced local ingredients with minimal, thoughtful enhancement.
We are developing skilled culinary craftsmen and women who want to grow in their careers and strive for excellence. Often described as the "big brother" to downtown favorite La Mercerie, Marcel also features a celebrated pâtisserie program with handcrafted viennoiserie, madeleines, tarts, and entremets. The experience unfolds in a striking, design-forward space with an open kitchen, sculptural dining room, garden terrace, museum-quality art, and a wine program drawn from Sotheby's cellar, all supporting Marcel’s mission to be a culinary destination of excellence in New York City.

Job Summary

Summary:Assists servers with various dining room activities.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supports servers in preparing the dining room and table sets.
• Delivers orders to the table. Busses table.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Ensures proper presentation, portion control and maintenance of serving temperatures; follows HACCP standards.
• Personal commitment to your own safety and that of others.
• Abides by all Company policies and procedures including but not limited to:
  • The use of a medium weight cut gloves when handling or using knives, peelers, choppers, mandolins or cleaning a slicer.
  • The use of oven mitts, fryer gloves or steamer gloves when handling hot pans from ovens, warmers or steamtables.
  • The use of slip-resistant shoes and proper lifting techniques.

Qualifications:

• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Ability to walk or stand for long periods of time.

Associates at RestaurantAssociates are offered many fantastic benefits.

Both full-time and part-time positions offer the followingbenefits to associates:

• Retirement Plan
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program

In addition, full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/AD
• Disability Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Abides by all Company policies and procedures including but not limited to:

• The use of a medium weight cut gloves when handling or using knives, peelers, choppers, mandolins or cleaning a slicer.
• The use of oven mitts, fryer gloves or steamer gloves when handling hot pans from ovens, warmers or steamtables.
• The use of slip-resistant shoes and proper lifting techniques.

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

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About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.