Server

  • Morini - New Jersey
  • Bernardsville, New Jersey
  • Full Time
Required Years of Experience

2 years

Job Details

About Us:

Osteria Morini brings the soulful cuisine and convivial spirit of Emilia-Romagna in northern Italy to local vibrant neighborhoods. The menus at Osteria Morini center around the Northern Italian ingredients that have become hallmarks of Italian cuisine - balsamic, Parmigiano Reggiano, mortadella, and prosciutto, to name a few. Signature fresh pastas are made in house daily and featured alongside simply prepared grilled meats, seafood and salads. Desserts are simple and classic, like tiramisu or chocolate budino. Beverage is made up of a robust Italian wine and cocktail list.

What We're Looking For:

We are seeking a dedicated full time/or part time seasoned server to join the Morini team! The ideal candidate will have a passion for guest experience and hospitality, with prior relevant experience and a genuine desire to be part of a talented team and highly acclaimed restaurant. As the Morini Server, you will be highly motivated, effective and hospitable in a fast-paced team environment.

Responsibilities include:

  • Manage and assume full responsibility of each guests dining experience from start to finish with exceptional leadership and organizational skills
  • Exhibit full knowledge of all food, wine, and spirits offered by the restaurant and combine that knowledge in combination with engaging sales mentality and techniques to guide guests through the menus as part of enhancing dining experience and driving revenue
  • Engage with clients in a warm, friendly and vibrant manner, in line with Altamarea Group service and hospitality style
  • Multitask, as needed, between assisting guests, bussing tables, running food and drinks, performing wine service, maintaining water levels, and any other service / operational duties promptly, calmly and seamlessly, while also maintaining new COVID-19 health and safety protocols
  • Respond immediately to guests needs and requests, and promptly communicate any guest concerns with management, as well as assist in coordinating guest recovery efforts with management
  • Process all guest orders through the POS system per restaurant standards and ensure all food and beverage delivered promptly and accurately

Requirements include:

  • Strong background in full-service dining and knowledge of service standards
  • Basic knowledge of wine and spirits with food pairing
  • Adept with all restaurant technology (i.e., POS)
  • Highly organized, efficient, and meticulous with attention-to-detail on all operational matters
  • Ability to communicate openly and effectively with clients and management
  • Ability to multi-task and perform in high-volume, high-intensity restaurant
  • Demonstrate warm, friendly, high-energy personality with positive attitude and open-minded and team-oriented mindset
  • Beverage/Food handler's card may be required according to local and/or state requirements
  • Flexible schedule and open availability (full-time) to meet business needs
What We Offer

At Altamarea Group, we are committed to creating a supportive and professionally rewarding work environment for all of our team members. We are also pleased to offer the following benefits for our employees:

  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits with wide range of coverage options for families (30 days from date of hire)
  • Paid Time Off (progressive with tenure)
  • Career Development and Growth Opportunities
  • Employee Dining Discount at All Altamarea Group Restaurants
  • 401(k) Plan (one year from date of hire)

Altamarea Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

Compensation Details

Compensation: Hourly ($15.49) plus tips

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, 401k, Dining Discounts

Required Skills

Leadership

Ability to work in a fast paced environment

Strong Background in Full Service Dining and Knowledge of Service Standards

Customer Service Skills

At Least one year of Bartending Experience

Problem Solving Skills

Basic Knowledge of Wine and Spirits With Food Pairing

Time Management Skills

Organizational Skills

Crisis Management

Adaptability to Changing Situations

Health and safety awareness

Adept With All Restaurant Technology (I.E., Pos)

Conflict Resolution skills

Service Standards

Ability to Follow Protocols

Highly Organized, Efficient, and Meticulous With Attention to Detail on All Operational Matters

Initiative in Guest Recovery Efforts

Interpersonal Skills

Professionalism

Knowledge of Food, Wine, and Spirits

Ability to Follow Health and Safety Protocols

Ability to Communicate Openly and Effectively With Clients and Management

Flexibility in scheduling

Food and Beverage Knowledge

Team Collaboration

Ability to Multi Task and Perform in High Volume, High Intensity Restaurant

Attention to Customer Needs

Sales Skills

Ability to Handle Stress

Demonstrate Warm, Friendly, High Energy Personality With Positive Attitude and Open Minded and Team Oriented Mindset

Initiative

Wine and Spirits Expertise

Cultural Awareness in Food and Beverage

Sales Mentality

high volume restaurant experience

Communication Skills

POS system proficiency

Engaging With Clients

Knowledge of Food and Wine Pairing

Multitasking

Service Standards Knowledge

Knowledge of POS system

Customer Service

multi tasking

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Time Management

Food Handling

Problem Solving

High energy personality

Adaptability

Flexibility

Team Oriented Mindset

Food Handler's Card (May Be Required)

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Job ID: 482552049
Originally Posted on: 6/24/2025

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