Upscale Fine-Dining Server

BGI 14TH STREET LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Bagatelle is seeking a Server in New York to deliver an elevated dining experience, leveraging expert menu knowledge, warm hospitality, and attentive service to create memorable moments. The role emphasizes personalized recommendations, dietary accommodations, and upselling to enhance guest satisfaction.

The ideal candidate will combine professionalism with in-depth knowledge of wine, cocktails, and fine dining service, maintaining Bagatelle’s luxury standards and guest relations throughout each

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of serving experience in upscale/fine dining.
• Passion for hospitality and delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Proven ability to build guest relationships and provide personalized service.
• Demonstrated success in food and beverage sales, suggestive selling, and upselling premium menu items.
• Extensive knowledge of fine dining service standards and etiquette.
• Comprehensive understanding of ingredients, dietary restrictions, food allergies, and beverage pairings.
• Strong knowledge of wine, champagne, cocktails, spirits, and responsible alcohol service.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; multilingual abilities are a plus.
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple tables with attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Basic math and POS proficiency.
• Knowledge of NYC DOH regulations and NYC food/beverage laws.
• Must be 18+ to serve alcohol in NY; ATAP certification preferred or required.
• NYC DOHMH Food Protection Certificate preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Guest Experience & Hospitality: warmly welcome guests and build rapport to encourage loyalty.
• Food & Beverage Knowledge: maintain expert menu knowledge and upsell appropriately.
• Dietary Restrictions & Allergy Awareness: communicate allergies accurately to kitchen.
• Sales & Revenue Generation: actively promote upsells and premium offerings.
• Service Excellence: execute steps of service to Bagatelle standards and process payments.
• Teamwork & Operations: support staff and maintain station cleanliness.
• Tips & Cash Handling: report tips and reconcile at end of shift.
• Compliance, Sanitation & Workplace Safety: comply with DOH regulations and safety standards.
• Professional Standards: maintain polished appearance and uphold hospitality values.

Skills

Serving experience

Hospitality

Upselling

Fine dining knowledge

Wine knowledge

Communication skills

Multilingual abilities

POS proficiency

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

ATAP certification (or ability to obtain)

Tools

None

Job description

Bagatelle is seeking a Server in New York to deliver an elevated dining experience, leveraging expert menu knowledge, warm hospitality, and attentive service to create memorable moments. The role emphasizes personalized recommendations, dietary accommodations, and upselling to enhance guest satisfaction.

The ideal candidate will combine professionalism with in-depth knowledge of wine, cocktails, and fine dining service, maintaining Bagatelle’s luxury standards and guest relations throughout each