Captain Al Coro
- Date Posted February 06, 2022
- Location New York, NY
- Category Business / Culinary
- Job type Full-Time
In the summer of 2021, Kent and Katz partnered with Melissa Rodriguez to take over the restaurant space at 85 Tenth Avenue. They will be opening three concepts there: Al Coro, a fine-dining Italian restaurant, Mel's, a pizza restaurant, and Discolo, a cocktail bar. Job description
As a Captain at Al Coro, you will be responsible for guiding and enhancing service from the initial greet through the guests’ departure, ensuring a thoughtful and engaged service and willingness for guests’ return. You will also be tasked with leading your team through a detail-focused service and creating calm in high-pressure situations. Your commitment to company standards and values is a must.
At Al Coro we value our employees and are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming work culture. We believe in a ‘whole house’ mentality and we expect all departments (Pastry, Savory, Dining Room, and Facilities) to support and motivate each other to achieve our goal of guest satisfaction. As an employee, you will interact with all of these departments regularly and should be able to communicate effectively and respectfully with your co-workers & managers.
Al Coro is anticipated to open in March 2022.
This is a full time position and requires flexible schedule availability: including nights, weekends and lunches. The restaurant will be closed for Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day.
Our restaurants offer access to insurance enrollments (must maintain 25 hours per week), no cost life insurance, a short term disability policy, an Employee Assistance Program (with access to free mental health counseling), 40% dining discounts at group restaurants, referral bonuses, and more!
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Have a warm, positive, and noticeably appreciative demeanor towards guests and colleagues
- Must demonstrate strong food, wine, and spirits knowledge and eagerness to continue education
- Be comfortable using a digital point of sales system.
- Be able to effectively communicate, give and take constructive criticism, and productively lead in a small team dynamic.
- Must be able to easily adapt and improvise in order to personalize service for each guest
- Must have a strong focus, heightened attention to detail, precise organizational skills and a passion for the hospitality industry
- Have full schedule availability, including weekends and holidays
SERVICE
- The Captain is responsible for but is not limited to the following tasks
- Coordinating polished and personalized service for each table with the assistance of the Sommelier and Front Server
- Engaging in thoughtful yet concise conversation with the guest
- Managing and maintaining a multiple-table section following the required steps of service
- Learning and maintaining menu and beverage knowledge
- Maintaining warm and professional composure with colleagues and guests
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- The Captain should
- Be able to stand for extended periods of time [over 5 hours]
- Be able to lift and carry 50 pounds steadily
- Be comfortable repetitive movements like bending, sitting, walking extended distances including up and down flights of stairs.
- Be comfortable with heights, elevators and small spaces.
- Comprehensive Benefits Package [medical, vision, dental, life, short term disability
- Pre-Tax Deductions for Commuters
- Paid Time Off Policy
- Paid Sick Time Policy
- Employee Assistance Program
- Provide a work environment where you and your guests will want to return
- Provide opportunities for growth within the Hospitality industry