Job Description

PLEASE NOTE: This is a hybrid position. If hired, you will have shifts as a server and other shifts as a bartender. Candidates must have prior experience BOTH as a server and also as a bartender. Please consider this and read the entire ad before applying.

Server/Bartender needed for Chambers, a busy, full-service restaurant that opened one year ago, the recipient of a glowing NY Times review, and included in the 2022 Michelin Guide.

At Chambers, the entire FOH Team is fully and equally cross-trained and will have shifts both on the floor and also on the bar each week. Overall, we are seeking true hospitalitarians who thrive in an environment that promotes growth and excellence.

The entire concept has been built around the goal of eliminating the pressure-cooker-environment restaurants are known for. The restaurant operates 5 days a week, with the same small team day in and day out. Tuesday - Saturday from Labor Day - Memorial Day; Monday - Friday for the Summer, with a paid Summer holiday for all. The restaurant will open at 5:30pm daily, with the last seating at 9:30pm or 10pm depending on the day, with a smaller menu that changes rather frequently. Therefore this is a full time position. We do not hire part time employees.

While the beverage program offers excellent cocktails, spirits and beer, candidates must possess demonstrable wine knowledge that will be absolutely necessary for this position. This will not be an environment where one can get away with “faking” one’s beverage knowledge with guests by using vague generalities to describe the product. Disciplined study of the information provided to you is needed in order to properly perform, and (paid) beverage-oriented classes are offered. Having a personal enthusiasm for wine, fine spirits, craft beer, and market driven local cuisine will be a huge asset. 

Comprehensive Health, Dental and Vision benefits are available, as is a pre-tax transit benefit program.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

-Curating and maintaining a warm and hospitable work environment for yourself, your colleagues and our guests

-Performing opening and closing duties to standards required

-Setting up and detailing dining room, bar, and stations to standards required

-Stocking and preparing service related items

-Oversee and guide guest’s complete dining and bar experience

-Provide knowledgeable, approachable, efficient, energetic, and thoughtful service at all times

-Full knowledge of food and beverage menu items including the major components of a dish/drink; this may include ingredients and their source, simple descriptions of unfamiliar ingredients, preparation, and/or execution of correct food and beverage service

-Prioritize proper pacing of setting and clearing items such as silverware and plates

-Ensure food and beverage arrive to guests quickly and correctly; and confirming guest satisfaction

-Ensure proper table maintenance, including water service, pre-bussing, etc.

-Uphold standards of quality when assembling alcoholic beverages for guests

-Responsibly serve alcoholic beverages

-Confident and correct use of Toast POS system for order entry and payment processing

-Ensure guests are charged correctly and receive proof of payment in a timely manner

-Maintain the cleanliness of tools and relevant work areas

-Communicate respectfully with chefs (and kitchen team) as necessary

-Engage management for any guest issue or complaint

-Effectively communicating service irregularities to all

-Adhere to all health and safety standards + understand and execute food safety and allergies protocols

-Respond appropriately to guest requests, communicating requests to others as needed

-Assist team members by communicating 86s, menu changes, and/or other food related information

-Support team members in the completion of their duties to ensure satisfaction of all guests before, during, and after service

Skills & Requirements:

-Minimum 2 years of both serving & bartending experience in a high volume environment

-Must have a strong personal interest in food & wine & a passion for the business of hospitality

-2+ years of fine/casual fine dining experience, willing to train the right person

-Solution oriented with the ability to demonstrate quick thinking and adaptability in a constantly changing environment

-Receptive to constructive criticism and general performance feedback

-Exceptional communication, interpersonal and service floor skills 

-Must possess exceptional work ethic, strong attention to detail, and a collaborative attitude

-Must possess strong empathy and team spirit

-Ability to work in an organized and meticulous manner with strong attention to small details

-Uncompromising work ethic with a relish for new challenges

The physical demands for this position are seeing, hearing, speaking, reaching, lifting up to 25 pounds, occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds, sitting, standing, for 4 to 8 hours, bending, and moving intermittently during working hours. These physical requirements may be accomplished with or without reasonable accommodations. The duties of this position may change from time to time. We reserve the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the restaurant or its managers. This job description is intended to describe the general level of work being performed. It is not intended to be all-inclusive.

The duties of this position may change from time to time. We reserve the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the Company or its managers. This job description is intended to describe the general level of work being performed. It is not intended to be all-inclusive.

It is the policy of the Company to provide equal opportunity with regard to all terms and conditions of employment. The Company prohibits discrimination in employment on the basis of race, age, ancestry, creed, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, marital status, domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking victim status, national origin, alienage or citizenship, handicap, physical or mental disability, veteran's and/or military status, genetic information, or predisposing genetic characteristic, or any other characteristic as protected under applicable federal, state and local law. The Company also provides reasonable accommodation(s) to qualified individuals with a disability in accordance with applicable laws.

Please visit to complete an online application. Once the application is complete, those who meet the qualifications will receive an email in response to schedule an introductory meeting.

This position pays $15/hr-$15/hr, subject to the NYS $5 tip-credit when applicable.

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