Server

Culinary Agents is working with the team at The Pocket Jazz Club to connect them with talented hospitality professionals.

The Pocket Jazz Club - Now Hiring: Server

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If you're looking to be on a winning team, The Pocket might be the place for you.

The Pocket is a 170-seat jazz club, full bar, and restaurant opening June 2026 in Times Square. Operating with a two-show nightly format, we exist to support and grow the jazz community by welcoming listeners into the New York jazz scene. Our mission is to delight guests through unparalleled dining and listening experiences that are captivating, warm, unique, and memorable. We plan to expand into weekend brunch and late-night programming in the future.

We're hiring full and part-time team members of all ages and backgrounds. We're looking for enthusiasm, intelligence, integrity, and humility. We provide a positive work environment, excellent training, and mentorship from a leadership team focused on growing your career alongside the business.

The Server is responsible for delivering exceptional hospitality and an elevated dining experience to guests across two shows nightly. This position reports directly to the General Manager.

Responsibilities

• Serve a section of up to 10+ tables during two-show service
• Take orders, serve food and beverages, process payments
• Maintain knowledge of our extensive food, cocktail, and wine program
• Execute table turns between first and second show
• Coordinate with kitchen, bar, and floor management
• Complete opening and closing side work
• Handle guest questions and special requests
• Maintain section cleanliness and organization
• Build relationships with regular guests and contribute to guest notes
• Support team members during high-volume service

Requirements

• 2+ years fine dining or upscale restaurant experience
• Comprehensive knowledge of food, wine, and spirits
• Ability to multitask during high-volume service
• Physical ability to stand 6+ hours and lift 50 lbs
• Evening and weekend availability
• Professional appearance
• NYC Food Handler's Certificate (or willingness to obtain)

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly wage: $11.35/hour + tips
• State applicable time off
• Dining Benefit: 50% discount on all food and beverage at The Pocket
• Show Tickets: Complimentary tickets to performances, subject to availability (not available for sold-out shows)

The above represents the expected wage for this position. In determining your pay, we'll consider your experience and other job-related factors.

The responsibilities outlined above are not exhaustive. This role may be required to take on other duties or projects as necessary to support organizational goals.

The Pocket is an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

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