Server - Legasea New York

Tao Group Hospitality•New York, NY

About The Position

The Server at Legasea New York actively takes orders, provides complete food and beverage service, and monitors guests’ dining experiences. The role interacts courteously with guests, team members, and supervisors to provide gracious hospitality. Servers maintain thorough knowledge of food and beverage menus, follow sanitation and alcohol-service standards, and support the venue’s service operations and team.

Requirements

At least 2 years of server experience or equivalent related Tao Group Hospitality experience.
At least 2 years of food and beverage experience.
Comprehensive knowledge of classic cocktails.
Basic familiarity with wine varietals and classic wine regions around the world.
Ability to read, write, and communicate verbally, and to print legibly.
Ability to stand for extended periods, move quickly, and push and lift up to 75 pounds with or without assistance.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, busy, and somewhat stressful environment and interact professionally with guests, managers, and co-workers.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and a professional, neat, well-groomed appearance in accordance with company standards.

Nice To Haves

Fine dining experience.
Experience in a high-volume restaurant, nightclub, or lounge.

Responsibilities

Anticipate and accommodate guests’ needs and provide professional, exceptional service.
Present menus, answer questions, make suggestions, communicate specials and prices, and ask each guest about allergies or dietary restrictions.
Enter orders accurately in the POS system, follow cash and payment-card procedures, deliver food and beverages, and complete end-of-shift financial procedures.
Maintain cleanliness of assigned stations and the venue; set up tables and side stations and complete assigned opening and closing duties.
Report equipment or furniture breakage and damage promptly to management.
Serve beverages in accordance with state regulations and alcohol-awareness training standards, and comply with Department of Health and company sanitation standards.
Communicate guest needs to Front-of-House and Heart-of-House staff, managers, and chefs; follow supervisors’ instructions and support co-workers.
Attend and participate in daily pre-service meetings, training sessions, and departmental meetings.
Learn from and share knowledge with team members, lead by example, and maintain a positive, professional attitude.
Demonstrate knowledge of Tao Group Hospitality, its partners, and supporting hotel environments.
Assist with additional tasks as assigned.