Server - Brasserie Boulud - New York
About the role
Brasserie Boulud, Chef Daniel Boulud’s celebrated French brasserie on the Upper East Side, is seeking experienced and passionate Servers to join our team. The Server plays a key role in delivering an exceptional dining experience by providing warm, knowledgeable, and attentive service that reflects the restaurant’s commitment to hospitality excellence.
After two decades of success on the UWS with his three restaurants across from Lincoln Center at 1900 Broadway, Daniel Boulud has decided to boldly combine the spaces into one spectacular dining destination, opening this fall. With over 10,000 square feet spanning two floors, the new restaurant will offer a multi-faceted, modern take on a classic French brasserie. Designed by David Rockwell’s Rockwell Group, it will feature a light and airy main dining room with an impressively large central bar, as well as an intimate speakeasy and elegant private dining rooms. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, the restaurant will offer everything from morning coffee and croissants (to eat-in or take-out) to handcrafted late-night cocktails. Menus will reflect Boulud’s signature seasonal French cuisine showcasing the finest ingredients, with a focus on casual everyday dining and a light twist on bistro favorites. Pre- and post-theatre crowds will enjoy Boulud’s express menus and seamless service as the perfect complement to their evening, now with even more space and an extra dose of French charm.
Responsibilities
- Provide polished, professional, and engaging service in a fast-paced fine dining environment
- Demonstrate thorough knowledge of menus, including seasonal dishes, daily specials, and beverage offerings
- Guide guests through the menu with confidence, making thoughtful recommendations and upselling when appropriate
- Ensure accuracy in order taking, timing, and delivery of food and beverages
- Anticipate guest needs and respond promptly to ensure a seamless dining experience
- Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked service station
- Collaborate with kitchen and front-of-house team members to ensure smooth service flow
- Uphold all company standards for service, appearance, and hygiene
- Handle guest concerns professionally and escalate when necessary
Requirements
- Minimum of 3+ years of serving experience in a fine dining or upscale restaurant
- Strong knowledge of French cuisine and wine is highly preferred
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to multitask and perform well under pressure
- Professional demeanor with a genuine passion for hospitality
- Availability to work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs
- Comfortable working in a high-volume environment