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Musaafer - NYC
York, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 1/12/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/12/2026
Season is over and there’s no money to be made in January, right? Wrong.Join a team where the restaurant is fully booked—no matter the day of the week or the time of year.NOW HIRING: CAPTAINS📍 New York City✨ From the team behind Musaafer, a Michelin-starred destination (2024 & 2025)Five months in, and our New York City location is already one of the hardest reservations in the country—fully booked 14 days in advance, even in January. While many restaurants slow down after the holidays, our dining room remains electric, nightly.This is the NYC flagship of Musaafer, the celebrated Houston restaurant that earned a Michelin star two years in a row. The response has been overwhelming: national press, viral buzz, and a dining room filled with guests who are here for something special.If you’re a seasoned hospitality professional looking for volume, consistency, and excellence, this is where you want to be.Constant National & Social Media Attention — See Us in ActionOur dining room isn’t just full — it’s being talked about, shared, and sought after across major food platforms and tastemakers. This visibility drives consistent demand, high guest expectations, and a motivated, celebratory dining room every night.Featured among NYC’s Toughest Restaurant Reservations — The Infatuation👉 https://www.theinfatuation.com/new-york/guides/toughest-restaurant-reservations-nycNamed One of the Most Beautiful New Restaurants in America (2025) — Robb Report👉 https://robbreport.com/food-drink/dining/lists/most-beautiful-new-restaurants-america-2025-1237404703/Beli — #1 New Indian Restaurant of 2025👉 https://www.instagram.com/reel/DSGuVlbDFSy/?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheetOne of the most influential dining discovery platforms ranked Musaafer as the top new Indian restaurant of the year, highlighting both cuisine and the overall guest experience.Beli — #1 New Restaurant (All Categories)👉 https://www.instagram.com/reel/DRxOsQ6gAQp/?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheetAcross all cuisines, Musaafer NYC was named the number one new restaurant, placing us at the very top of New York’s competitive dining landscape.SistersSnacking — Favorite Meal of 2025👉 https://www.instagram.com/p/DPPMIaCAWit/?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheetA widely followed NYC food authority spotlighted Musaafer as their single favorite meal of the year, driving a surge of highly engaged, food-savvy guests.This level of recognition translates directly to:A consistently full dining roomGuests who are excited, informed, and ready to engageStrong check averages and reliable earning potentialA service environment where excellence is expected — and rewardedWho You AreA polished, confident Captain with 2 years of fine-dining experienceIdeally experienced in Michelin-starred or nationally recognized restaurantsA leader on the floor—able to guide service, support teammates, and elevate the guest experienceCalm under pressure in a high-volume, high-expectation environmentDeeply passionate about hospitality, storytelling, and refined serviceKnowledgeable in global cuisine, wine, and elevated tableside serviceCollaborative, communicative, and excited to help build a long-term legacy teamWhat We OfferA leadership role in one of NYC’s most in-demand dining roomsConsistent volume year-round (no “slow season” here)Competitive pay in a strong tip environmentClear growth opportunities within a respected, expanding hospitality groupImmersive training rooted in Michelin-level standardsA culture grounded in excellence, respect, warmth, and prideCompensation DetailsTraining wage: $16.50/hour (paid training)Post-training tipped wage: $11.00/hour(based on $16.50 – $5.50 tip credit)This is more than a job.It’s a chance to lead on the floor of a restaurant that’s already part of New York’s dining conversation—and just getting started.📩 Apply now with your resume and a brief note about what excites you most about joining the Musaafer NYC team.Come where the room is full, the standards are high, and the opportunities are real—even in January. More detail about Musaafer - NYC part of The Spice Route Co., please visit https://culinaryagents.com/entities/919906-Musaafer---NYC

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