Front of House Staff

2 years

About Community Kitchen
Community Kitchen is a nonprofit social enterprise committed to reimagining food access through public restaurants. Our innovative model prioritizes equitable sourcing, fair wages, accessible pricing, and delicious, nutritious meals for all.

About Community Kitchens Pilot Restaurant
The pilot restaurant will serve as a critical step in Community Kitchens journey to create scalable solutions for food justice, climate, and public health. The pilot will be a unique non-profit restaurant operation with an emphasis on community engagement and exploration of innovative models of pricing, payment, service, and community-building. Operating for dinner service four days per week, plus private events on most weeks, the pilot will run service July-November 2025 at Lower Eastside Girls Club in New York City.

About the Role
As a Pilot Hospitality Team Member, you are the face of Community Kitchen, creating a welcoming, inclusive, and uplifting environment for every guest. Youll guide guests through their experience with warmth and professionalism, ensuring a seamless service from arrival to departure.

Key Responsibilities

• Greet guests warmly and assist with seating and service flow
  
  
• Provide informed, enthusiastic descriptions of the menu and ingredients, including our equitable sourcing practices
  
  
• Operate the POS system to process orders and payments efficiently
  
  
• Ensure proper pacing and coordination with the kitchen for timely food delivery
  
  
• Clear and reset tables with care and attention to detail
  
  
• Uphold Community Kitchens values of hospitality, food justice, and inclusivity
  
  
• Assist with community engagement activities such as surveys or casual conversations about our mission
  
  
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of all FOH spaces
  
  
• Support event service on designated private dining nights

Qualifications

• Previous Front of House experience in restaurants, pop-ups, or hospitality preferred
  
  
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  
  
• Passion for community-building, hospitality, and equitable food systems
  
  
• Comfortable with dynamic service formats (counter, seated, communal, etc.)
  
  
• Able to stand for extended periods and carry up to 30 lbs

Job Type, Start Date, and Duration
This is an on-site, temporary, full-time independent contractor role starting as early as August 18th 2025.

Compensation: Hourly ($32.00)

Benefits & Perks: Potential Bonuses

Customer Service Orientation

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Problem Solving Skills

Adaptability

Time Management

Cultural Sensitivity

Empathy

Active Listening

Organizational Skills

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Positive Attitude

Engagement in Community Initiatives

Knowledge of Food Justice Principles

Ability to Follow Health and Safety Standards

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