Are you passionate about providing exceptional service in a dynamic and reimagined environment? We're thrilled to announce the reopening of Tavern Midtown, now transformed and elevated to new heights! As we embark on this exciting journey, we're looking for team members passionate about elevated hospitality and cuisine.

At Tavern Midtown, we're not just reopening; we're pioneering. Our new concept promises a fresh perspective on elevated service & cuisine, offering guests an unparalleled dining experience that blends innovation with tradition. As a member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to this transformation and be a part of something truly special.

We're looking for passionate individuals who are committed to excellence in hospitality. We invite you to bring your unique talents and enthusiasm to our team. From chefs and servers to bartenders and hosts, we have positions available for every skill set and level of experience.

Key Responsibilities:
Hospitality

• Positive, welcoming, sincere - engage Guests and unique individuals and valued members of our community
• Expertly performs the role of ?Ambassador? and ?Experience Guide?
• Prioritizes the experience of the Guest over personal motivations/interests
• Identifies and executes the ?hospitality value add? opportunities

Professionalism

• Arrives at scheduled time in perfect uniform/appearance standard compliance
• Focused on performance, productivity, and teamwork for the entirety of the shift, start to finish
• Avoids unproductive complaining and negative attitude to managers and teammates - a toxic presence
• Poise under pressure and pace - ?Stage Presence?
• Comprehends, masters, and promotes all team standards and policies as a team leader, and promoter of our mission

Teamwork

• Demonstrates a team-first mindset, versus a ?mercenary maverick?
• Diligently runs food as a priority
• Supports table service of teammates in neighboring sections (water refills, pre-bussing, table maintenance, re-marking, step gaps, etc.)
• Sets up the team for success with strong execution of opening, running, and closing duties
• Communicates to leadership and teammates when help/assistance is needed
• Seeks to provide help/assistance to teammates (across job functions)
• Provides and receives feedback to and from teammates and leadership team in a positive, professional manner
• Mentors and supports teammates that possess the opportunity for improvement
• Product Knowledge
• Concept specific knowledge/testing
• Food menu knowledge/testing

Technical Proficiency

• Deliver food with proper description (no auctioning, allergy and modification awareness)
• Dining/food service steps (greet time, check times, beverage napkins, marking, pre-bussing, beverage service, check ready)
• Table and seat number knowledge (pivot points)
• Efficiency (prioritization, pace, preparation, organization)
• Proper dish etiquette (do not throw - gentle placement, shapes in shapes, stack, and separating)
• Follows safety protocols (glass clean up, spill site)
• Proficiency with opening, running and closing tasks. Examples include: clean surfaces, floor, equipment; stock : plates, spoons, knives, glassware, ToGo containers; fill beverage or ice dispensers; maintain adequate supplies of items such as clean linens, silverware, glassware, dishes, or trays; fill water pitchers; fill server station ice bins; keep expo line organized and clean; other tasks as directed
• Communication to partner service team (servers, bartenders) and leadership (front-of-house and back-of-house)
• Coordinate with expo and other Team Members on prioritization
• Anticipate guest needs
• POS expertise
• Proper glassware handling
• Display focus, accuracy, and a sense of urgency/speed when executing all assigned tasks
• Must have a basic knowledge of dining room and service procedures.
• Health code adherence

Lightbulb Mindset:

• Seeks to continually improve, to master functions and knowledge; relishes new challenges; embraces innovation; seizes opportunities to expand and sharpen personal/professional skill set; possesses a growth mindset
• Embraces the tremendous dignity and honor of serving and connecting with the individuals of our community as our meaningful purpose, and the mission of the team

Holds oneself, teammates, and leadership team to the highest level of accountability

Benefits Include:
World-class training
Growth opportunities
Free health care
Free parking or Free monthly bus pass
Free mental health resources
Employee assistance program
Free life insurance
50% off food at all M Street concepts
and much more!

Core Qualifications

• Must be able to lift and maneuver up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to work in a standing position for a long period of time
• Experience preferred; hospitality or customer service
• Effective communicator
• Collaborative mindset
• Organized
• Open and receptive to feedback

M Street Entertainment Group is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, protected veteran status, or disability.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $7.25 - $24.00 per hour

Work Location: In person