Fine Dining Server - Joe Muer
Detroit, MI 48243
About the Job
We are looking for an experienced and passionate server to join our team! Ideally, someone with fine dining experience and someone who is comfortable handling fast paced environments. You will be responsible for assisting guests in choosing dinner and wine pairings, explaining and answering any questions regarding our food and drink menu, and effectively offering recommendations and up-selling to improve guests experience.
At the Joe Vicari Restaurant Group, we go above and beyond in everything we do. We are inspired by our guests and one another–and are driven to make things better. We love what we do, and we give it all we’ve got–on property and off.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Greet guests with eye contact and a smile
- Demonstrate detailed knowledge of menu/bar/wine
- Communicate with guests to ensure satisfaction and resolve complaints
- Clearly explain chef specials and answer questions
- Offer recommendations and up-sell to improve guests' experience
- Carry heavy trays of food and beverages
- Enforce rules and regulations in regard to alcohol consumption/purchase
- Arrange table settings and maintain a tidy dining area
- Provide checks and collect payment from guests
- Follow all health department regulations
- Arrive on time for all shifts, pre-shifts, ready to receive assigned tasks, review menu and event specifics
- Complete all side-work as directed and perform other duties as assigned
- Uphold the integrity of the Joe Vicari Restaurant Group by demonstrating ethical behaviors
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule available for full or part time. Compensation dependent on experience + tips.
- We reward hard working, dedicated and, charismatic service people with a desire to excel. We love to promote from within and take care of our family of employees. We have a passion for our jobs and value the people who work for us!
The Ideal Applicant Has::
- A passion for hospitality
- The ability to suggestively sell according to the guests’ interests
- An understanding of anticipatory service
- A composed, professional, and calm demeanor
- Excellent communication and team-oriented skills
- The ability to work in a fast-paced environment with frequent deadlines
- Reliable transportation
- A willingness to learn and teach
- Excellent attendance and punctuality
Qualifications:
Joe Muer is looking for hospitable, passionate, and hardworking individuals who understand the importance of impeccable service in a restaurant environment. This is an ideal role for someone looking to advance within the foodservice industry. 1 year of experience preferred in a fine dining atmosphere.
We are proud to continue a tradition of dining and service excellence that began in 1929. Enjoy classic fresh fish and creative seafood specialties, sparkling service and the best riverfront views in Detroit.
Join our dynamic team—the Joe Vicari Restaurant Group, home of Metro Detroit’s best-loved award-winning restaurants. For over 30 years, Detroit restaurateur Joe Vicari has opened restaurants based on three basic principles: Fresh, authentic cuisine; impeccable, attentive service; and a warm, inviting ambiance. We pride ourselves on providing this same atmosphere to our employees. We have many opportunities for training, advancement, and growth from within.