Server / Bartender

The Russian Tea Room; New York (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the culinary scene is seeking energetic and enthusiastic servers to join their team. This role is pivotal in ensuring guest satisfaction through exceptional service and a positive attitude. Responsibilities include understanding the menu, making cocktails, and providing expert food and drink pairing recommendations. Ideal candidates will thrive in a fast-paced environment, possess strong communication skills, and be flexible with their availability. If you are passionate about hospitality and eager to contribute to a vibrant dining experience, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar role.
• Strong communication skills and ability to thrive under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Ensure guest satisfaction and overall service quality.
• Accurately enter orders into POS and assist with service duties.

Skills

Bartending

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Customer Service

Wine Knowledge

Tools

POS Systems

Job description

Must have open availability and able to work Holidays and Weekends.

• Servers will play a crucial role in ensuring the success of guest satisfaction and overall service.
• Responsible for understanding and describing the menu to guests, make cocktails and bartend, and are able to provide food and drink pairing recommendations with a positive and approachable attitude.
• Responsible for completing pre-service and post-service duties with team members including, but not limited to preparing the dining room for service and having seamless communication with both FOH and BOH staff to ensure a successful service
• Must be able to accurately enter orders into POS in a timely manner, and ensure food orders are finished being plated and coursed out before serving to guests
• Clean and stock service stations, polish silverware/glassware as needed
• Assist other stations or areas of the restaurant when requested by management.

Qualified servers must be energetic, enthusiastic, and have a great attitude, as well as:

• Have least 2 years of experience in a similar capacity
• Have at least 2 years of bartending experience
• Have strong communication skills
• Thrive in a fast paced environment, and be able to problem solve under pressure
• Be able to work flexible shifts, including weekends and holidays as needed
• Stand and walk for an entire shift, including moving safely through all areas of the restaurant
• Be able to move, pull, carry or lift at least 20lbs
• Have previous wine knowledge
• Must be Clean Shaven.