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Island Oyster - Now Hiring: Dishwasher / Porter
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Island Oyster is seeking a Dishwasher / Porter with upscale, high-volume restaurant experience. Working closely with nationally-acclaimed culinary director, Kerry Heffernan, Dishwasher / Porters are an integral part of our award-winning back-of-house team. VENUE Island Oyster Island Oyster is a one-of-a-kind summer destination in New York City, recently nominated for a James Beard Foundation award for Best Restaurant Design. Featuring easygoing summer fare, a tropically inspired cocktail program and panoramic views of New York Harbor and downtown Manhattan, Island Oyster offers "a true island experience" (CNN). It's "a sight worth leaving Manhattan to see" (Vogue). COMPANY Crew Crew is an innovative hospitality group that creates and operates experience focused restaurants and nautical ventures in New York and beyond. With a focus on stunning locations, committed employees, engaged leadership, and appealing food and beverage offerings, Crew has created an outstanding work environment with leading industry pay and great opportunities for advancement. Crew is built on a simple premise: creating experiences that we love and sharing them with the world. Whether it’s sipping cocktails on a historic schooner overlooking New York Harbor or enjoying sustainable oysters in a cozy New Orleans hideaway, we focus on making the places we wish existed. Crew's award-winning restaurants include Grand Banks (Tribeca), Holywater (Tribeca), Pilot (Brooklyn Heights), High Tide (Dumbo), Drift In (West Village), Island Oyster, (Governors Island), and Seaworthy (New Orleans). And there are more on the way. Crew’s flagship restaurant, Grand Banks, was named "The Absolute Best Waterfront Restaurant in New York" by New York Magazine, one of the “Best Waterfront Restaurants in the World” by CNN Travel, "Best Outdoor Dining in New York City" by The Village Voice, "Best Oyster Bar in New York City" by The New York Observer, and one of the "Three Best Bars in New York" by Conde Nast Traveler. Seaworthy topped Eater's monthly Heatmap of New Orleans Restaurants for six months post opening, and was named "Seafood Restaurant of the Year" by New Orleans Magazine, and one of New Orleans "Five Best New Restaurants" by the Times Picayune. Vogue has named Grand Banks, Island Oyster, and Pilot the top three places to drink outside in New York City; AM New York named Pilot the Best Boat Bar in New York City; and Island Oyster was nominated for a James Beard Foundation Award for Restaurant Design. Holywater, Crew’s most recent venture, spent it’s first six months on Eaters list of NYC’s Hottest New Cocktail bars and it’s launch was celebrated by The New York Times, Town & Country, Elle Decor, and more. https://crewny.com/ DETAILS Job Overview Position Summary Our Dishwasher / Porters are integral to our operation, as they ensure the cleanliness and sanitation of their work area. Porters are professional, friendly, hardworking, and have a willingness to learn and grow on the job. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Clean and sanitize all glassware and china Comply with Crew and Department of Health established sanitation standards, personal hygiene, and health standards; observe proper food preparation and handling techniques and safety protocols Comply with Crew safety plan and standards as set forth in training materials Dispose of all trash, cardboard, etc. from kitchen and service areas as required Exercise sound judgement taking into account safety, customer needs, and environmental factors Keep work area neat and clean at all times to ensure DOH standards are met Maintain cleanliness of all storage areas and back of house areas by emptying trash, sweeping and mopping floors, etc. Perform daily cleaning and sanitation tasks as directed Report to work in a neat and clean uniform; maintain well-groomed hair and personal hygiene as established by company policy Set up and breakdown station to specification; perform cleaning tasks at the conclusion of each service and prepare for the following service Clean and stock bathrooms Work with venues on DOH compliance Minimum Qualifications Ability to perform essential job functions when working in a high business volume, fast-paced environment Ability to walk, stand, and/or bend continuously and for extended periods of time as required to perform essential job functions Able to lift 50+ lbs. Able to work nights, weekends and holidays, and variable schedule, per the needs of the business Organizational skills Polished personal presentation; grooming meets Company standards, as outlined by Employee Handbook Willingness to work in outdoor climate conditions Must have a positive attitude and work well within a team Working proficiency of written and spoken English Physical Demands and Work Environment The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the functions of this job, an employee must walk, stand, or remain stationary during entire the shift. Employee must be able to continuously reach, bend, lift, carry, stoop and wipe with the potential for slipping or tripping. Employee must frequently wash their hands and lift or move up to 35 pounds. ENVIRONMENT Company Culture We were raised in the hospitality industry and have come to believe that the highest calling is treating people well, making them feel at home, and communing over good food and drinks. It brings us all together. We believe everyone should work in an environment where they are well compensated, culturally enriched, and treated with respect. Across the spectrum of our workforce, our employees take home industry leading income. POLICY Equal Opportunity Employer Crew (including affiliates) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. Note This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship. BENEFITS Paid Safe and Sick Leave Commuter Benefits Employee Discount
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