Server at Warren Street Hotel

Crosby Hotel LLC•New York, NY

12d•Onsite

About The Position

We seek eager individuals to join our Wonderful Food & Beverage team. The ideal candidates will be trained professionals who can provide top-level service, to match the cuisine level and product quality we serve. We are looking for individuals who communicate well, are dependable, and enthusiastic. The candidates will have a passion for food and beverage equally, and understand how to read a guest properly to ensure quality service, leaving a lasting impression and memorable experience.

Requirements

2+ years of experience as a restaurant server in a fine dining environment.
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing using systems to update room status.
A demonstrated passion for and strong knowledge of food and beverage (wine and champagne knowledge a plus).
Experience upselling a product.
Must understand how to use a POS program such as Micros, Aloha, or POSitouch.
Be able to stand for a complete 8-hour shift, 5 days a week.
Ability to read, review, enter, and retrieve information from, and into a Point of Sale System, preferably Micros.
Able to use a computer keyboard and mouse and telephone system.
Ability to communicate both written and verbal and use systems to document activities.
Visual acuity to see restaurant menus and Micros screens, take customer orders, review customer bills and smoothly navigate dining room, kitchen, and other restaurant areas.
Ability to balance dishes, bend, stoop, and reach to place and retrieve plates, glassware and other serving items.
Can multitask with a keen sense of attention to detail to make certain tables are served and bussed properly.
Demonstrates the basics of polishing, marking, spot-checking, and crumbing tables.
Available to work a flexible schedule that can include days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

Greet guests warmly and promptly.
Present menus, explain and actively promote daily specials, and answer questions about food and beverage offerings.
Take food and beverage orders accurately, upselling when appropriate, and making recommendations based on guest preferences and any dietary restrictions.
Builds rapport with customers to facilitate a memorable dining experience and boost restaurant sales, staying current with each seasonal menu.
Have a comprehensive knowledge of the menu and wine list, always aiming to memorize the menu.
Ensure timely and accurate order delivery by inputting information correctly into Micros, and communicating effectively with kitchen and bar staff about any requests or notes.
Take all necessary steps to ensure appropriate timing and steps of service.
Maintain a clean and inviting dining area by clearing plates and all serving areas.
Check-in with guests regularly to ensure satisfaction and promptly address any concerns.
Report any guest complaints immediately to the Manager/ Supervisor.
Process payments promptly, accurately, and efficiently.
Collaborate with colleagues to provide a seamless dining experience for all guests.
Practice and promote teamwork by assisting fellow servers, back servers, and colleagues whenever necessary and when time is available during service.
Ensure all allergy procedures are followed in the event of a guest allergy, be prepared to respond to questions about ingredients and ask questions to ensure understanding the details of any ingredient restrictions.
Carry out daily side work assignments without exception.
Adhere to all safety, sanitation, and food handling procedures.
Understand and adhere to New York City Health Department standards and regulations
Ensure mise en place is always ready to facilitate guest service.
Consistently demonstrate Firmdale Core Values, Attention to Detail, Enthusiasm, Passion, Relationships and Resilience.
Work effectively and efficiently while maintaining high levels of service during periods of heavy volume of service and increased pressure.
Communicate consistently and accurately with other departments of the hotel.
Promote other Firmdale Hotels and restaurants