Server Assistant

Vecino is a James Beard-nominated modern Mexican restaurant and agave bar opening in Cleveland's Tremont neighborhood. Named one of the 41 best Mexican restaurants in the country by The New York Times, with recognition from Esquire, Eater, the Detroit Free Press, and 50 Best Discovery.

Everything starts with masa and fire. Heirloom corn, nixtamalized and ground fresh each morning on an in-house molino. A kitchen that cooks over live wood fire, drawing on Mexico City, Oaxaca, and the Great Lakes. Now hiring the opening team in Cleveland.

Vecino Server Assistants must work quickly and efficiently while displaying a strong teamwork mentality and maintaining a polished personal appearance and a friendly demeanor. This position is the backbone of support for our frontline service staff, and requires a willingness and desire to help the greater good.

Responsibilities

• Daily cleaning duties as required by management
• Completion of all side work, before, during, and after the shift as required by management
• Cleaning and arranging tables in the dining room
• Assisting all staff in the service of restaurant guests
• Running food and drinks
• Staying active and attentive to all guest’s needs at all times
• Removing trash from service areas

Requirements

• The ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment while maintaining a calm composure and a friendly demeanor
• Use of good communication skills with and showing respect to all fellow employees and management
• The ability to deliver food to tables and provide food descriptions
• Coming to work on time, and with a positive attitude every shift
• Following all policies and procedures as listed in the Employee Manual.
• Attention to cleanliness and safety
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds
• Food safety training will be considered a plus

Pay: $5.50 per hour

Expected hours: 25.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Work Location: In person