Neiman Marcus Seasonal Restaurant Server

About Neiman Marcus

Neiman Marcus is an established U.S. luxury department store renowned for a curated assortment of high-end fashion, accessories and lifestyle products and for creating exceptional customer experiences. The brand is positioned within the Saks Global portfolio and is recognized for elevated in-store activations, exclusive events and a service-led retail philosophy.

Role & Responsibilities

• Serve the assigned dining-area section in a professional and gracious manner.
• Use thorough knowledge of food preparation and culinary terminology to provide customers with detailed information about menu items.
• Apply knowledge of wine, beer, and spirits, including technical and service procedures.
• Interact graciously with the public while handling multiple duties simultaneously.
• Participate in daily pre-shift meetings.
• Follow established accounting procedures for transactions, use authorized payment methods, and maintain knowledge of the POS system.
• Carry out assigned pre-shift, post-shift, daily, and weekly duties.
• Perform duties that may involve lifting objects such as tables, chairs, and highchairs.
• Clean and maintain the restaurant and workstation.
• Maintain high hygiene standards, including keeping the uniform, clothing, shoes, hair, and nails clean and professionally maintained to prevent food-contamination risks.
• Exercise integrity in managing the schedule, clock in before and clock out after each scheduled shift, and follow established procedures for schedule and shift changes.
• Take appropriate lunch breaks when applicable and record them accordingly.
• Coordinate holidays, vacation, and other time off with management while considering the restaurant's needs.

Qualifications

• Experience serving food and beverages and following proper table-service guidelines.
• Ability to work autonomously.
• Motivated and results-driven.
• Thorough knowledge of service sequence and proper placement of table settings, food, and beverages as indicated by the kitchen ticket and guidebook.
• Thorough knowledge of food preparation and culinary terminology.
• Ability to interact graciously with the public and handle multiple duties simultaneously.
• Exceptional customer-service and problem-solving skills.
• A “win together” mentality.
• Ability to stand, bend, climb stairs, and lift and carry 35 pounds.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule based on business needs, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Skills

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred.

Benefits

Eligible full-time employees receive medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) retirement plan; basic and supplemental life insurance; disability insurance; additional voluntary benefits, including critical illness, hospital, and accident insurance; and an employee discount. Benefits are subject to applicable eligibility requirements.

Culture

Neiman Marcus emphasizes an elevated, customer-centric retail culture where meticulous service and attention to detail define the in-store experience. The retailer promotes a collaborative environment with clear pathways for career progression across retail, distribution, digital and corporate functions.

About Cerulean

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