Restaurant Associates · 2 weeks ago
WAITER/WAITRESS (SEASONAL)
New York, NY, US
Full-time, Part-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$30/hr - $30/hr
1+ years expRestaurant Associates is the industry’s leading provider of dining and event catering for prestigious museums, performing arts centers, and corporations. They are seeking seasonal Waiters/Waitresses to take food and beverage orders and deliver items to dining room guests efficiently.
EducationFood and BeverageTravel
Responsibilities
Promptly and warmly greet guests in the dining room; takes food and beverages in an efficient manner, following established steps of service
Delivers food promptly and professionally; maintains safe food handling and sanitation standards. Follows up periodically to assist with any additional needs or requests
Demonstrates complete understanding of menu items and ingredients. Advises guests on appropriate combinations of food and drinks when requested; accommodates reasonable requests and notes preferences. As needed, demonstrates knowledge of specialized diets and allergens
Communicates directly with back-of-the-house staff to ensure that orders are delivered correctly and special requests are accommodated
Exhibits exceptional communications skills and demonstrates ability to get along well with others. Remains flexible and patient when communicating with guests and staff
Collects tickets and follow proper cash-handling procedures
Promotes a clean, safe and neat environment for guests
Maintains a high level of sensitivity and confidentiality regarding personal or medical information that is shared
Promptly addresses complaints or issues; relays relevant information or complaints directly to supervisor
Ensures that the dining room is properly set up prior to and after the service period; keeps area clean and neat while meeting established sanitation standards
Operates a variety of equipment, including fire extinguishers, telephones, iced tea/soda machines, soup wells and coffee machines
Works with staff of other departments to perform job duties during special events and functions
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
At least 1 year of experience required
Benefits
Retirement Plan
Associate Shopping Program
Health and Wellness Programs
Discount Marketplace
Identity Theft Protection
Pet Insurance
Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance/AD
Disability Insurance
Commuter Benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Company
Restaurant Associates
Restaurant Associates is a premium food providing service to museums art performing centre educational institutions
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Ed Brown
Chief Executive Officer
Recent News
EIN Presswire
2025-08-20
Crain's New York Business
2025-08-19
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