What are the responsibilities and job description for the Server position at Shalel Lounge?
Shalel Lounge is a Mediterranean restaurant located on the Upper West Side, serving New Yorker's since 2000. Located in a highly unique and intimate underground space, featuring a waterfall, Shalel offers more than just a top-quality dining experience - it offers unparalleled ambience, and a reprieve from New York City life. For more information, please visit: https://shalel.kitchen/.
We are looking to hire a server for shifts lasting approximately 8-9 hours. It is important applicants exhibit independence, such as the ability to make decisions under pressure, self-suffiency on the floor, the ability to take initiative, excellent knowledge of food and wine (especially coastal Mediterranean cuisine), unparalleled attention to detail in regards to cleanliness and restocking/reordering, and closing responsibilities (lock-up at end of shift, etc.)
Wages start at 10.65/hour plus tips (average $250/night).
Responsibilities
- Prepare restaurant tables with special attention to sanitation and order
- Create seating plans and manage reservations with Open Table
- Attend to customers upon entrance
- Present restaurant menus and help customers select food/beverages
- Take and serve orders
- Answer questions or make recommendations for complementary products
- Direct and collaborate with other restaurant servers and kitchen/bar staff
- Deal with complaints or problems with a positive attitude
- Issue bills and accept payment
- Ensure restaurant cleanliness during shift
- Sign off on end-of-shift checklists (cleaning protocols, tip adjust, locking up)
- Conflict resolution
Skills
- Previous experience with Open Table a plus
- Proven restaurant serving experience
- Hands-on experience in cashier duties
- Attention to cleanliness and safety
- Patience and customer-oriented approach
- Excellent people skills with a friendly attitude
- Responsible and trustworthy
- Excellent knowledge of food and wine
- Decision making under pressure
- Self-sufficiency
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $20.00 - $50.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Food provided
- Paid sick time
Shift:
- 8 hour shift
- Evening shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $50